Good Day
La Crosse
Tuesday, August 19th, 2025
Good morning, La Crosse. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The La Crosse Public Library broke ground on a $3 million renovation that will add classrooms, meeting rooms, and an upgraded computer lab to expand digital access for residents. The project is fully funded by a state grant and construction will be complete in January — modernizing a vital community resource. News8000
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A new mural transforms a once blank wall on north side La Crosse—showing the community's history through vivid art. News8000
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 1,000 School District of La Crosse staff gathered at Logan High School for a welcome-back celebration—part pep rally and part reunion—to prepare for the new school year. Superintendent Aaron Engel praised teachers for their key role in the community while teacher Jill Schams said staff from all nineteen schools met to share ideas before students return on Thursday. WEAU
- ➤ The School District of La Crosse will offer free all-day 4K preschool classes from 7:45 a.m. to 2:20 p.m. at six locations starting this school year—district families can use both morning and afternoon transportation. News8000
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials warned on Aug 18 that traffic on Hwy 16 will be heavier and said drivers should plan for delays — a notice that may affect commuter routes. News8000
- ➤ Senator Pfaff and Representative Jacobson introduced a bill to create a three-day back-to-school sales tax holiday that makes eligible clothing and school supplies sold at or below $150 and $100 tax free—aiming to ease costs for families. The proposal follows similar programs in 17 states and seeks to help parents save money. WEAU
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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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