Good morning, La Crosse.

City crews are filling in a 150+year-old cistern discovered 40+ft beneath King Street during construction outside the Pump House Regional Arts Center.

The work will finish as the rebuilt street covers the site.

Nine ducklings fell into a storm drain on Thursday afternoon in La Crescent, and Public Works and police stepped in to help return them to a nearby landing — the mother duck stayed close until the rescue was complete.

The annual Catfish Days festival is underway today in downtown La Crosse.

The event (featuring catfish cook-offs and live local music) brings the community together for a day of local tradition.

Parts of 2nd St. (from Copeland Ave to La Crosse St) and a block of La Crosse St. (between 3rd and 2nd St. North) will close from Monday, July 13 to Friday, July 17 for road and catch basin work; access is limited to Hampton Inn guests and G.E.C.U. customers.

Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire earned national recognition — ranking among the best hospitals based on rigorous evaluations of care and innovation.

The honor highlights its commitment to quality health services.

The La Crosse Common Council approved rezoning of Bridgeview Plaza on Rose Street to allow Eagle Bay Properties to demolish parts of the strip mall and build 201 market-rate apartments with underground parking, suites, and greenspace—preserving current tenants.

Demolition begins this fall with project completion expected in late 2029.

La Crosse Loggers Game Night

5:05-8:05 p.m. — Copeland Park — $16-$29 — Enjoy a night of baseball with food, drinks, and community fellowship.

34th Annual Rail Fair - Onalaska

10 a.m.-4 p.m. — Onalaska Omni Center — $8, kids under 12 free — Explore an exciting railroad show with models, antique toys, and opportunities to buy, sell, and trade.

La Crosse Steam vs. Minot Honeybees

6:35-9:35 p.m. — Copeland Park — Tickets starting at $38 — Experience the excitement of the La Crosse Steam taking on the Minot Honeybees live.

Wausau Ignite vs. La Crosse Steam

6:35-10:35 p.m. — Copeland Park — VIP ticket options available — Experience top-notch seating and a memorable tailgate party at the La Crosse Steam game.

LFA 237: Tardio vs. Lee

5:30-8:30 p.m. — La Crosse Center — Tickets available — Witness an exciting bantamweight clash between Carlos Tardio and Mackson Lee in LFA 237.

Smith's 10th Anniversary Celebration

Saturday — Smith's Bike Shop — Free — Celebrate a decade of biking with a fun ride and post-ride party.

Glenn Miller Orchestra Concert

7-10 p.m. — Weber Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets from $39 — Experience an unforgettable evening of iconic swing music from the world-famous Glenn Miller Orchestra.