Good morning, La Crosse.

Coulee Region Humane Society is hosting its 21st annual Adoptathon—featuring a 1990s NirPawNa theme that invites community members to adopt pets and support local animal welfare efforts.

The La Crosse Public Library renovation project will begin Monday with a $3 million grant that will improve technology access and add new facilities — the project is set to modernize the library.

A man faces felony DUI charges after his vehicle got stuck in the sand at Pettibone Park beach—he allegedly possessed a concealed weapon.

William Brink, a 56-year-old man from Melrose, is facing charges for robbery with use of force, battery, and second degree recklessly endangering safety after he robbed a BP gas station in Holmen on August 7 — he fled, was later found on State Road 35 on August 9, and is now held in La Crosse County Jail with a court appearance set for today.

La Crosse Police are asking the public to help locate Ronald McLain Jr., a 26-year-old missing since Sunday near the 1500 block of West Avenue South — he was last seen at noon wearing a green sweatshirt, gray pants, and a black stocking hat.

Oktoberfest USA announced Monday that general admission tickets are available for the 64th annual Oktoberfest celebration, which will run from September 25 to 28.

Online tickets cost $29.99 if bought by September 11 + in-person tickets are $25, with military sales at the box office and free entry offered on September 28 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The City of La Crosse will shut off water for four hours today from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on far southside homes near the corner of Mormon Coulee Road and Calvert Road to replace a fire hydrant—residents should run the water until it runs clear if it becomes discolored.

City officials reviewed a project design plan for Highway 35 from South Avenue to the interstate that proposes replacing on-street parking—removing at least 20 spaces—with bike lanes, and Wis-DOT planners said detailed designs will be completed in the next few years with construction set to begin no earlier than 2029.

Nearly one year after the city banned overnight camping on city-owned property, hundreds of residents still lack a safe place to sleep as the Pathways Home program grew placements from 10 to 178.

Service providers say the ban removed a centralized location at Houska Park—making it harder to reach those in need.

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.

SLiD EP Release Party

9-11:30 p.m. — Popcorn Tavern — $5 admission — Celebrate the debut EP release of SLiD with special performances by The Reach Outs and Fernando Mendoza.

Touch a Truck

10 a.m. - noon — Viking Elementary School, 500 E Wall St, Holmen, WI — Free entry — Experience the thrill of climbing and exploring trucks and large vehicles, including a helicopter landing!

Elvis Explosion Gospel Show

10:00-11:30 a.m. — La Crosse Center — Ticket sales available — Experience an uplifting Elvis-themed gospel performance.

Social Security and Retirement Planning

7:00 p.m. — Lunda Center - Western Technical College — Free entry — Discover strategies for maximizing your Social Security benefits and retirement income.

Raise Your Glass 2025

6-9 p.m. — La Crosse Distilling Co. — Fundraiser — Taste a variety of beverages while supporting the Great Rivers United Way.

Whose Live Anyway?

7:30-9 p.m. — Viterbo University Fine Arts Center — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughs with world-renowned improv artists performing comedic acrobatics.