Good morning, La Crosse.

Community members took part in the Great Pumpkin Giveaway today, choosing pumpkins in exchange for donations directed to Sparta Area Cancer Support.

The fundraiser reached out to people in Sparta, Melvina, and Leon—helping local families affected by cancer during the fall season.

Residents in La Crosse celebrated Oktoberfest '25, which ended on October 5 with live music and traditional food—drawing neighbors together in a festive display of local culture.

The event showcased community traditions and a shared spirit of celebration.

Ecker’s Ecktoberfest combined German traditions with apple picking at a community event on Oct 5—an occasion that brought residents together to enjoy a blend of heritage and harvest.

The Teen Car Control Clinic will teach teens how to drive safely and handle their cars in La Crosse.

Program organizers said the event is designed to build driving skills and reduce accidents on the road—helping young drivers learn through hands-on training.

Local teenagers participated in a hands-on driving clinic in La Crosse this weekend where experienced instructors taught emergency maneuvers to avoid accidents.

Organized by local healthcare providers, the training focused on real-world scenarios—like wet pavement and obstacles—to build safer driving habits.

A teen car control clinic was held on Oct 5 to give local teen drivers a chance to learn safe car handling skills—organizers said the event offered practical training for real-world driving.

The program aimed to boost participants’ confidence behind the wheel.

The City of La Crosse will start its annual leaf collection on October 27 and run for four weeks.

Drop-off sites open October 24—marked with orange fencing—and are for leaves only; residents must place piles within 3 feet of the curb.

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!

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.

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.

The Texas Tenors Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Viterbo University Fine Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable evening of country, pop, and classical music with The Texas Tenors.

Wisconsin-La Crosse Eagles vs UW Oshkosh Titans Football

1-6 p.m. — Veterans Memorial Field Sports Complex — Ticket prices vary — Witness an exciting football showdown between the Eagles and Titans.

Mixed Parkinson's Disease Exercise Program

4:30-5:30 p.m. — STAR Center La Crosse — Free entry — Engage in a beneficial exercise session designed specifically for individuals with Parkinson's Disease.

Roy Wood Jr. Live Comedy Show

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Viterbo University Fine Arts Center — Check ticket availability — Enjoy an engaging night of comedy with Roy Wood Jr.'s sharp wit and storytelling.