Tuesday, September 17th, 2024

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Good morning, La Crosse. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ La Crosse County Salvation Army collaborates with Kwik Trip for the Coats For Kids program to collect winter clothing for children, emphasizing the importance of teaching compassion through action. News8000
- ➤ Local nonprofits at the 2nd annual Nonprofit Vendor Fair in La Crosse offer resources like childcare and financial counseling to employers, aiming to improve employee wellbeing. News8000
- ➤ La Crosse's Oktoberfest bans throwing candy during Torchlight Parade for safety reasons, allowing distribution on foot during the Maple Leaf Parade. WEAU
- ➤ La Crosse city council allocates $195,000 for extended private security in parks and downtown to enforce camping ban, alongside $75,000 for cleanup initiatives. La Crosse Tribune
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Human remains found in the Mississippi River are identified as James Mummer, who went missing at the age of 17 in 2018, with no signs of injury or trauma. WEAU
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The annual La Crosse Oktoberfest medallion hunt has started, with daily clues for a chance to win prizes including $500 and festival merchandise. News8000
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Spence Elementary School in La Crosse hosts its annual 5th Grade Leadership Camp to enhance students' leadership skills for future roles. WIProud
- ➤ Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers visited the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse to discuss budget concerns and tour the campus with Chancellor James Beeby. La Crosse Tribune
- ➤ The University of Wisconsin system anticipates a slight increase in enrollment, signaling a positive trend amid challenges, with significant contributions from both UW-Madison and UW-La Crosse. La Crosse Tribune
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Mom's Day Out: Autumn Wreath Making Workshop
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Oktoberfest USA – Craft Beer Night
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Oktoberfest Celebration Featuring Junk FM
Celebrate German culture at the Midwest's longest-running Oktoberfest with music, food, parades, and traditional activities.
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