Good morning, La Crosse.

Rotary Lights concluded its final Friday Food Drive after volunteers collected non-perishable food and cash donations at the old K-Mart on State Road and the Onalaska Hy-Vee to help local families this summer—food donations will continue to be accepted at Moon Tunes events on Thursdays.

72-year-old La Crosse native David Fargo died after his bicycle veered into a vehicle on State Highway 35 in rural Stoddard on July 23 when 74-year-old Patricia Johnson struck him—authorities are investigating the crash.

Tyler Beeler, a 31-year-old from La Crosse, was sentenced to 64 months in federal prison after pleading guilty on May 8 to possessing 50 or more grams of methamphetamine for distribution — officers arrested him on August 30 when they found 223 grams in his vehicle and another 29 grams on him at a stop in the city.

An Onalaska man named Jonathon C.

Gerow, 41, was arrested by Holmen Police on Thursday night after he led officers on a high-speed chase on a stolen motorcycle near US Highway 53 at County Road MH—he lost control in a ditch before being taken to a medical center.

Jan Eriksen, past president of the local AAUW branch, previews today’s 67th annual art fair on the Green at Viterbo’s courtyard, which runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.—the free event features over 60 exhibiting artists, food trucks and booths, and an art raffle—while donations support scholarships for students at UW-La Crosse, Viterbo and Western Tech.

Scientists from the Minnesota DNR use a trawl on the Mississippi River near La Crosse to check for Asian carp eggs and signs of spawning, and they will test bait platforms from July 28 to Oct.

3. Samples collected on July 10 showed no evidence of reproduction—local officials ask residents to report sightings to help monitor the invasive fish's spread.

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.