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La Crosse
Monday, September 8th, 2025
Good morning, La Crosse. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Operation: RiverWatch is back for the school year — students can join to help keep the community safe. La Crosse Tribune
- ➤ La Crosse area firefighters will fill the Boot to support the Muscular Dystrophy Association — inviting local donations and volunteers to help raise funds for ongoing research. La Crosse Tribune
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday evening the Trempealeau County Sheriff's Office responded to a crash on S River Road and Rabbit Run Road in the Town of Preston when a white SUV hit a front-end loader—the SUV driver was trapped in his car and flown by Mayo Air to a nearby hospital with severe injuries while the passenger was taken by ambulance with minor injuries. News8000
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A court has postponed Diontae Booth's attempted homicide trial, which was set for next week after he allegedly shot his former girlfriend last May—his new trial date will be set after a scheduling conference on Sept. 11. WIZM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Washington-Spivey is holding public meetings today—where residents can learn about city plans and share their feedback—with officials planning to use the input to guide future decisions. News8000
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Herb Mocktail Happy Hour
4-5 p.m. — Art House La Crosse — $45 — Explore herbal flavors while crafting seasonal mocktails using fresh ingredients.
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Oktoberfest Race Weekend - Day 1
3 PM — La Crosse Fairgrounds Speedway — Access included with subscription — Experience an exciting day of racing events featuring multiple tours and series.
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TLW Fall Convention & Trade Show
9 a.m. - 6 p.m. — La Crosse Center — Check Official Website — A gathering for industry professionals featuring keynote speakers and an expansive trade show floor.
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