Good morning, La Crosse.

A decorated local veteran was honored in a ceremony (in downtown La Crosse) today.

Local officials noted his service and commitment to the community.

La Crosse County officials said residents needing supplies for home projects should take advantage of the nearly full Reuse Room (with paints, stains, cleaning products, and garden supplies available free) open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Solid Waste Site.

120 planes landed at La Crosse Regional Airport yesterday in preparation for the largest civilian aircraft formation flight to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh.

The planes will begin engine start at 11:15 a.m. today, with taxiing at 11:30 a.m. and taking off by noon, weather permitting.

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is expanding its 4K program to give residents access to advanced digital technology on campus (officials say the effort will boost community learning).

School Board president Trevor Sprague said the district will repurpose the donated Trane facility into soccer fields, warehousing, and professional spaces while protecting a Ho-Chunk heritage site on its northeast corner, with a permanent plan to be shaped by up to five years of community input.

The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse will launch 4K programming at its Campus Child Center this fall through a partnership with the La Crosse School District — the program is open to all community members if enrollment spots remain.

Families seeking details can call the center.

A change of command ceremony took place at Fort McCoy on Friday, Jul.

17, where outgoing military leaders passed command to their successors (official remarks highlighted the transition).

Hixton resident Kenneth Johnson lost 135 pounds in 14 months with TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) and earned Wisconsin’s 2025 TOPS King title as he improved his health and mobility to better care for his grandchildren.

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.