Good morning, La Crosse.

A local nonprofit held its second annual Fall Fun Raiser yesterday in La Crosse to support children in need by offering games and activities.

The event united families for a day of community fun + fundraising.

La Crosse Public Library is hosting a Community Volunteer Fair from 4 to 6 p.m. on Thursday in collaboration with Coulee Region Volunteer Coordinators (CRVC), where nearly 20 organizations will share volunteer opportunities.

Xcel Energy reported that 8,737 customers on La Crosse's south side lost power as of 10:30 a.m. Sunday and restoration times varied, with some customers expected to have power restored by 1:30 p.m.

The 4000 Foundation, Limited will hold its 35th annual Great Tri-State Rail Sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct.

24 at Onalaska’s Omni Center (255 Riders Club Road), letting rail buyers and sellers connect.

Two Ukrainian families in Altoona share traditional dishes in an event called A Taste of Home that celebrates their heritage and offers community members a chance to connect with authentic flavors.

The program emphasizes cultural traditions and fosters community ties.

Dave Solie was inducted into the Onalaska High School Wall of Excellence Friday night inside the school library and honored during the halftime at the football game.

He thanked his family and colleagues for their support in his television and teaching career (all three of his children are Onalaska graduates).

On Sept. 29, Focus on Energy honored the School District of La Crosse and Kwik Trip at the Capitol with Governor Tony Evers for saving energy costs.

The district saved more than $10 million with smart upgrades (LED lighting, solar panels, and EV charging) and Kwik Trip uses energy-efficient designs.

UW-La Crosse professor Dr. Anthony Chergosky said on WIZM’s Rick Solem Show that Tom Tiffany’s campaign has used nearly $24 million from three local billionaires while 25% of voters remain unsure about his opponent — keeping the governor’s race very close.

The State of Wisconsin is accepting energy assistance applications for the upcoming heating season.

Residents with incomes at or below 60 percent of the state median can apply by phone, mail or online for help with bills, with average benefits expected to be $441 for heating and $257 for electricity.

On Saturday, Oct. 3, UW-La Crosse rallied for a 32-31 win over UW-Oshkosh when Kyle Haas threw a 12-yard touchdown pass to Braden Ott with 24 seconds remaining, followed by Keaton Arendt’s two-point conversion run.

Haas set a school record with 30 completions (498 career) and tied the touchdown mark.