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Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025

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Good morning, La Crosse. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of July.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The La Crosse Interstate Fair kicked off on a balmy Thursday afternoon as contestants and spectators filled the livestock barns in West Salem — marking the start of a busy day at the event.  La Crosse Tribune
  • At Coulee Region Humane Society in Onalaska, 2-year-old Zanzibar is available for adoption thanks to a donation from the Andy and Connie Ziemelis Charitable Fund (through the Home Sweet Home Program). She is spayed, vaccinated, microchipped and FIV/FeLV negative as she learns to trust people in her quiet foster home with a feline friend to ease her timid nature.  WIProud

CRIME NEWS

  • Police and volunteers continue to search for 22-year-old Viterbo grad student Eliotte Heinz, who disappeared early Sunday when she was last seen walking on Front Street South at 3:22 a.m. as drones and dive teams scan the Mississippi River near the blue bridges—family members urge anyone with tips to come forward.  News8000
  • 23-year-old corrections officer Christopher Loecken—accused of domestic battery and strangulation—was arrested in Black River Falls on July 20th after deputies received a call from a woman about a domestic incident, with Trempealeau County deputies assisting due to a conflict of interest.  WIProud

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • La Crosse County made parks more accessible to people with physical disabilities by adding ADA—compliant fishing docks, kayak launches, parking spots, bathrooms, trails and sidewalks in several parks. Facilities director Ryan Westpfahl said the enhancements are part of the county’s DEI plan and come as park attendance increased compared to this time last year.  WIProud

EVENTS

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  • 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.

    Thu, 7/24/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 7/26/25

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  • 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.

    Sun, 7/27/25

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  • 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.

    Tue, 7/29/25

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  • 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.

    Wed, 7/30/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 7/31/25

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  • La Crosse Steam vs. Wausau Ignite

    6:35-8:05 p.m. — Copeland Park — Tickets vary — Enjoy a night of thrilling softball while supporting a charitable cause.

    Fri, 8/1/25

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  • Meet the Magic 3

    10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — The Court Above Main — Free entry — Dive into a day of magic with character meet-and-greets, activities, and more fun for all ages.

    Sat, 8/16/25

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