Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of July.
Good morning, La Crosse.
💼 Business
Merchants Bank celebrated 150 years of serving customers with a community picnic held Wednesday in Onalaska—attendees enjoyed a cookout and refreshments while the bank thanked loyal customers and supported local nonprofits Hunger Task Force and ABLE Inc.
🚨 Crime
The La Crosse Police Department said that on Wednesday, July 23, the body of college student Eliotte Heinz, missing since July 20, was recovered from the Mississippi River near Brownsville in Minnesota + an autopsy will determine the cause of death.
🎭 Culture
Terry Bauer, co-founder of Moon Tunes, previewed today’s Riverside Park concert featuring High Mileage and Sunshine Drive — he appeared in the studio on La Crosse Talk to discuss details of the live event.
🏛️ Government
Vernon County emergency dispatchers Cyndal Johannes and Dylan Krause were recognized by Emplify Health for their quick actions during a cardiac arrest in Viroqua on February 3 — a response that helped the patient survive and leave the hospital.
Sheriff Roy Torgerson said their work plays a key role in the emergency chain of survival.
🎉 La Crosse Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Great River Folk Festival 2025
10 AM – 4 PM — Riverside Park — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate folk music with a vibrant community atmosphere and performances.
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