Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.
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🏘️ Community
La Crosse Mayor Shaundel Washington-Spivey announced that he will host a series of community roundtables starting in August to gather ideas for improving La Crosse.
The first event — 'Level Up La Crosse! Opportunity Knocks' — is set for August 21 at the La Crosse Center south ballroom from 5-7 p.m. and is free to attend.
🎭 Culture
Ashley for the Arts will begin on August 7th—announcement on Jul 31 provided the start date without detailing planned activities.
Terry Bauer previewed Thursday’s Moon Tunes at Riverside Park, where Fayme Rochelle & the Wax Wings and the Saner & Gibbons Band will perform free live music from 5:30-8 p.m. Local food and drink vendors, free train rides for kids & bike valet parking will be provided at the event.
🎓 Education
The School District of La Crosse began construction on the Central High School district office and presented a final exterior design for the New Elementary School while interior and landscaping plans continued to develop.
Exterior improvements on State Road were underway and a preliminary building code review with the state was completed — design work will continue as construction ramps up.
T.U.G.G.'s Andy Hughes and Central Booster Club’s Jocelyn Buxton previewed Saturday’s first-ever Riverhawk Rally at All-Star Lanes, where Hughes will perform an acoustic show and take requests—while the fundraiser offers raffles, silent auctions and tip boards with a $60 ticket that includes dinner and a pint glass.
🌲 Environment
Residents in La Crosse face an unhealthy air quality warning today from smoke drifting south from Canadian wildfires & many continue outdoor activities despite rising breathing problems.
Local hospitals report more patients with respiratory issues and officials advise those at risk to stay indoors.
🏛️ Government
Ramona Gonzalez, the county’s first female judge who served for 30 years, ended her job Thursday—Joe Veenstra will take the oath at the courthouse today— marking a change in county leadership.
The City of La Crosse explained its reasons for keeping two northside rail crossings open at a Tuesday hearing — arguing that closing them would hurt local property owners and businesses.
DOT officials presented accident data supporting a plan to close some crossings to vehicles — while critics, including council member Barb Janssen and neighborhood groups, opposed the proposal and accepted public comments until midnight tonight.
🎉 La Crosse Events
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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.
Great River Folk Festival 2025
10 AM – 4 PM — Riverside Park — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate folk music with a vibrant community atmosphere and performances.
The Avett Brothers Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — La Crosse Center — Ticket prices vary from $69 — Enjoy a night of folk rock from the renowned Avett Brothers.
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