Good Day
La Crosse
Wednesday, September 17th, 2025
Good morning, La Crosse. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Inga Orth is hosting her annual event today at St. Isidore’s Dairy in Trempealeau County—she is auctioning her former show clothes to support Farmer’s Angel Network—which helps farmers facing high suicide rates. WIProud
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, Schnuck Markets' parent company acquired Skogen's Festival Foods in a deal that expands its operations to 155 stores by purchasing 42 Wisconsin locations. Festival Foods will keep its name and operate from Onalaska until the deal closes in late October — Mark Skogen will step down as CEO after the transaction. News8000
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Western Technical College held a ribbon cutting ceremony for its remodeled student center, bookstore, and new Basic Needs Center that will help with food, transportation, and housing— the event also doubled as a food drive. News8000
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Ukrainian delegation visited La Crosse on Friday as part of the Open World program to study IT tools for healthcare and veteran services while staying with Rotary members—focusing on building local bonds. They met with UW-La Crosse leaders and will visit local organizations to exchange practical ideas for lasting benefits—an effort aimed at strengthening community ties. WIZM
- ➤ Congressman Derrick Van Orden proposed new legislation to cut federal funding for entities that celebrate political violence following Charlie Kirk’s death—he threatened to cut funds to Eau Claire and criticized a Western Technical College board member’s comments while local officials vowed to secure needed resources. WIProud
- ➤ Governor Tony Evers visited La Crosse Tuesday to tour a home on Sunrise Drive that featured clean energy installations and enrollment in federal rebate programs for heat pumps and water heaters — he proclaimed the week as National Clean Energy Week to underline Wisconsin's plan for a carbon-free electricity future. News8000
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Monty Gilbertson previewed the 20th Annual Chaseburg Area Cancer Walk on La Crosse Talk on Sept. 15 — saying funds will stay local to help pay for cancer research, gas, and food cards — while urging people to join the event. The walk, titled '20 years of Hope,' will allow same-day registration at 11 a.m. and start at 4 p.m. this Saturday — with food trucks, raffles, and kids’ activities planned — to continue its long history of raising money. WIZM
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ La Crosse leaders celebrated the groundbreaking of the Haven on Main apartment complex on Tuesday morning—70 units with half reserved for people with disabilities—and community efforts helped fund the project to address local housing needs. Construction will finish in September 2026—residents are expected to move in by the end of that year. WEAU
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The UWL football team won 38-14 against Carnegie Mellon in Pittsburgh on September 16, ending Carnegie Mellon's 24-game home winning streak. Head Coach Matt Janus said the team is preparing for Saturday's home opener against Wayne State at Roger Harring Stadium. WIProud
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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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6th Annual Drive the Road to Recovery
Join us for an unforgettable evening of inspiring stories, delicious food, and performance by the ATCWW choir. Every dollar we raise goes directly to the care of women who are struggling with addiction. We hope to see you there!
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Lend Me a Tenor
7:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. — La Crosse Community Theatre — Check event page for pricing — Experience a madcap comedy featuring mistaken identities and operatic chaos.
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Football Match: Wisconsin-La Crosse Eagles vs. UW-Eau Claire Blugolds
11:30 AM – 9:00 PM — Veterans Memorial Field Sports Complex — Ticket prices vary — Catch the football action as UW-La Crosse takes on UW-Eau Claire live.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.
~ Jesus
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