Good Day
La Crosse
Thursday, September 4th, 2025
Good morning, La Crosse. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Hungry Peddler reopened after a summer closure—during which it completed extensive renovations that added new bathrooms, tables, chairs and carpeting and expanded its menu with a French onion burger and soup flights. The restaurant now operates with temporary hours and closes at 9 p.m. News8000
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The UWL planetarium will close permanently in December as Cowley Hall is demolished for a new Prairie Spring Science Center—ending a 57-year run of astronomy education for hundreds of thousands. Longtime director Bob Allen, who spent 50 years at UWL, said he enjoyed working there. News8000
- ➤ UW-La Crosse will permanently close its planetarium at the end of the fall semester due to Cowley Hall's demolition as the university prepares to build the new Prairie Springs Science Center—this facility has hosted stargazing programs since 1967 and welcomed over 400,000 visitors—marking the end of a historic era. WEAU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, the mayor proposed a new staff position to boost city services in La Crosse. The proposal now awaits review from city officials—exact details of the role have not yet been released. News8000
- ➤ City officials in La Crosse filed a lawsuit against fire truck manufacturers on September 3rd; the legal action now awaits further details as the court process unfolds — more updates are expected soon. News8000
- ➤ Today, La Crosse is updating its zoning code to simplify building processes—Planning Department Director Tim Acklin noted that the changes will cut multiple steps down to two for easier development. Community feedback is being gathered, with proposal ideas set for October and the ordinance change expected by City Council in the summer next year. WIProud
-
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.
-
Wisconsin-La Crosse vs. Wayne State Warriors Football
1-5 p.m. — Veterans Memorial Field Sports Complex — Tickets required — Enjoy an intense college football matchup between the Eagles and the Warriors.
-
40th Anniversary Celebration
4:30-7:00 p.m. — Franciscan Spirituality Center — Free entry — Celebrate four decades of community service and spirituality at this joyous anniversary event.
-
64th Oktoberfest USA
12:00 AM – 11:59 PM — Oktoberfest Grounds — Admission varies — Celebrate the longest-running Oktoberfest in the Midwest with parades, local food, and live music.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The world is changed by people who get up early.
~ Reid Hoffman
About Good Day La Crosse
Welcome to the Good Day La Crosse, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the La Crosse, Wisconsin community. If you like the Good Day La Crosse, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in La Crosse.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in La Crosse and across Wisconsin. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Good Day La Crosse
A free La Crosse community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://gooddaylacrosse.com/sitemap