Good morning, La Crosse.

A local donor has given land to support improvements for parks + the fire department.

City officials say the donation will enhance community amenities and boost public safety in La Crosse.

At Good Shepherd Lutheran Church on Mormon Coulee Road, about 170 residents joined emergency responders on Tuesday for National Night Out.

The event featured live music and a car show, giving community members a chance to meet local police, fire crews and ambulance staff in a friendly setting.

Retired firefighter Richard (Duffy) Daffinson donated 31 acres to support community services in Holmen.

Four acres will serve as a new fire station while 27 acres will go to parks and recreation, with the land valued at $1.24 million.

Ace Hardware at Nelson Agri Center is hosting a WWE-themed fundraiser today where customers donate $5 to receive a decorative bucket offering a 20% discount on merchandise and support local children’s healthcare through Children’s Miracle Network via Emplify by Gundersen.

Chef Jimmy Wilson from Bay Harbor senior living is a finalist in the national Favorite Chef competition with a chance to win $25,000 + a cooking experience with Carla Hall and a feature in Taste of Home; votes are open until 9 p.m. today.

Ashley for the Arts returns for its 17th year at Memorial Park in Arcadia from Aug.

6-8, offering three days of live music, art and family friendly activities. Headlining acts include Lanie Gardner, Corey Kent and Keith Urban.

The Oktoberfest grounds are being brightened with Irish flags, shamrocks & beer signs as Irishfest is getting ready for family fun today through Sunday.

Organizers will honor former founder Pat Stephens with a toast at 7:30 p.m.

La Crosse hosts its first Hmong Community Health Fair today to offer free health screenings and educational resources to local residents.

Organizers say the event aims to support community wellness and provide culturally sensitive care.

Evelyn Peters presented her PFAS research at UW-La Crosse on Aug.

5, comparing French Island and Peshtigo where over 300 surveys showed more than 20% of households reported cancer+ Campbell board member Lee Donahue attended to learn how the study can guide future actions in other communities.