Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of July.
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🏘️ Community
The 15th annual Youth Outdoor Fest was held on Saturday at Pettibone Park in La Crosse and featured free activities for local children.
Kids tested archery, cast fly rods, kayaked and even rode a donkey (an event open to all) to enjoy the outdoors.
About 200 kids in the Coulee Region competed in a mini triathlon on Saturday hosted by La Crosse YMCA—each finishing with a medal after running, biking and swimming.
Someone who bought a Wisconsin Lottery Powerball ticket at the Kwik Trip store at 2800 Abbey Road in Onalaska became $50,000 richer after matching four of five numbers plus the Powerball in Wednesday's drawing.
The win is one of seven $50,000 prizes announced, and winners have 180 days to claim their prize — no big jackpot was won.
🚧 Accidents
Rescuers continued searching for those missing after floods yesterday, and officials said teams will comb affected areas+rescue operations remain ongoing until all survivors are located.
🚨 Crime
A 22-year-old Illinois man accused of scamming a La Crosse diocese official out of $86,000 by posing as a fraud investigator pleaded not guilty at his preliminary hearing on Friday and is bound over for trial on charges of theft and money laundering with a $50,000 cash bond.
🎭 Culture
Coulee Region artists showcased their work at the Second Saturday Art Market held at Civic Center Plaza in Downtown La Crosse on Saturday.
Live music and food vendors enhanced the event—two more art markets are scheduled on August 9th and September 13th.
🎉 La Crosse Events
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La Crosse Loggers vs. Rochester Honkers
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Copeland Park — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling matchup between local baseball rivals in La Crosse.
La Crosse Loggers vs. Duluth Huskies
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Copeland Park — Ticket info available — Watch the La Crosse Loggers take on the Duluth Huskies in this thrilling baseball matchup.
Music Fest with Amadans
3-4 p.m. — Burns Park, La Crosse, WI — Free entry — Enjoy a lively morning of Irish music, dancing, and crafts for all ages.
La Crosse Loggers vs. Duluth Huskies
6:35-8:05 PM — Copeland Park — Ticketed event — Catch the action as the La Crosse Loggers take on the Duluth Huskies in an exciting summer baseball matchup.
La Crosse Steam vs. Wausau Ignite Softball Game
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Copeland Park — Ticket purchases support a charitable cause — Enjoy a thrilling softball match while contributing to a great initiative.
Live Music with Taylor James Donskey & Esther B. Saw
7-10 p.m. — Another Green World — $10 cash, BYOB — Enjoy an evening of music in a cozy plant shop atmosphere.
Yoga for Dancers
4-5:30 p.m. — I&E Dance Studio — Free entry — Engage in a yoga practice followed by an open dialogue on body image for women.
La Crosse Steam vs. Wausau Ignite
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Copeland Park — Tickets vary — Watch an exciting softball game while supporting a great cause.
Let Freedom Ring Concert Series
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Riverside Park — Free event — Celebrate the 95th season of the La Crosse Concert Band with heartfelt performances along the Mississippi River.
La Crosse Loggers Showdown Against Waterloo Bucks
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Copeland Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting baseball match featuring the hometown Loggers taking on the Bucks.
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