Good Day
La Crosse
Sunday, August 17th, 2025
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Good morning, La Crosse. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ News 8 Now hosted its 'Stuff the Bus' pickup event at Dahl YMCA on August 16th — community members donated items for local use. News8000
- ➤ 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. News8000
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ 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. News8000
- ➤ 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. WIZM
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Great River Folk Festival 2025
10 AM – 4 PM — Riverside Park — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate folk music with a vibrant community atmosphere and performances.
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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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~ George Bernard Shaw
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