Good Day
La Crosse
Thursday, October 16th, 2025
Good morning, La Crosse. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Organizers announced that Rotary Lights in Riverside Park will open November 28 and run until January 1 with three million lights, new displays including a deer jumping over the street, a volcano, and animated setups, plus classic events like carriage rides, reindeer, and an ice rink. Volunteers will set up the park, collect food for local pantries, and Baxter the stuffed puppy—sold to benefit the Salvation Army—will go on sale November 1. WIZM
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Local farmers met today at Darin and Jo Ann Von Ruden's farm in Westby to discuss how tariffs and trade challenges are hurting their sales and income. Local elected officials attended the session to hear that low crop prices and high input costs are putting financial pressure on regional producers—farmers detailed mounting financial stress as part of the Motorcade for Trade Tour. News8000
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The La Crosse school district hosted its final farewell tour of the Hogan building on October 15th—letting staff and community members visit the historic site before demolition begins. The event marked the final step before the district moves forward with razing the building. News8000
- ➤ La Crosse school district hosted a farewell tour of the Hogan building Wednesday night — letting community members say goodbye before the planned demolition clears the way for a new three-story elementary school for about 550 students from Emerson and Spence — while Habitat for Humanity ReStore will save parts of the building for community reuse. News8000
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Milwaukee County Housing Administrator Jim Mathy joined La Crosse Talk on Oct. 14 to discuss homelessness and the Pathways Home plan—he described his meetings with community leaders, a documentary screening, and plans to expand housing access while building public trust in the initiative. WIZM
- ➤ Officer Josh Rollins of the La Crosse Police Department was honored on Tuesday as First Responder of the Year by State Rep. Jill Billings for his work with the Neighborhood Resource Unit and community outreach. He has served since 2014 and earned a Life Preservation Award for performing CPR in 2019 — a testament to his dedication to local service. News8000
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A La Crosse restaurant will host its fifth annual breast cancer fundraiser 'Burgers for Boobs' on Oct. 22 from 11 a.m. until close, donating $5 from every burger and all servers' tips to support local patients. The funds will be split — half to the Mississippi Sisters Dragon Boat team and half to a family affected by the disease, with a goal to exceed last year's $17,000 and reach $20,000. News8000
- ➤ A Dunn County couple faced extreme challenges when Gary Kaiser needed life-saving carotid artery surgery but had to travel over 100 miles after rural hospital closures left no local options. Local EMS noted rising healthcare costs and delays are forcing many patients to seek distant care — a trend that continues to strain the health system. WEAU
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Badger West Apartments broke ground on Oct 15 in La Crosse — the project marks the start of construction for a new apartment complex. News8000
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The La Crosse Does departed for Toronto to play in the first international granny basketball game and will face the Toronto Chill on Saturday while using special rules for athletes aged 50—designed to keep the game competitive. News8000
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Ben Folds Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Viterbo University Fine Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable evening of music with Ben Folds’ captivating piano performances and witty lyrics.
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Holiday Pop-Up Shops
10 AM – 1 PM — The Charmant Hotel — Free — Discover handmade treasures from local artisans in a festive holiday atmosphere.
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Clawhammer Banjo Basics with Brennan Henry Allsworth
9:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Art House La Crosse — $40-$70 — Learn the art of clawhammer banjo from an experienced instructor while exploring music theory and techniques.
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