Good morning, La Crosse.

News 8 Now hosted its 'Stuff the Bus' pickup event at Dahl YMCA on August 16th — community members donated items for local use.

The second annual Cannon Valley Bangarang Car Show brought cars, trucks and motorcycles together for a family friendly competition in Cannon Valley.

Families enjoyed classic cars, custom hot rods and entries in the show along with Hot Wheels racing, a flame throwing car and live music — all in one exciting event.

SSM Health child psychiatrist Dr. Ashvin Sood advises parents to talk with curiosity about online content so kids will feel safe to share screen time concerns.

He recommends role-playing scenarios and using parental controls—tools that may help families set clear digital boundaries as the school year begins.

La Crosse emergency services reported an increase in drug overdoses between July 21 and August 12—first responders suspect that a change in the drug mix, including opiates and fentanyl, is linked to the spike.

The La Crosse Fire Department and health providers advise users, their families, and friends always to test substances and have Narcan on hand.

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.

Coulee Rock Club Rock Swap

9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. — Onalaska Omni Center — Free entry — Explore a vibrant rock swap with the whole family.