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La Crosse
Friday, October 24th, 2025
Good morning, La Crosse. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rotary Clubs near La Crosse held their second annual fundraiser titled Pickleball for Polio at Blue Zone on the North Side last Thursday night—supporting Rotary International's drive to end polio by raising funds through tournaments and raffles. News8000
- ➤ La Crosse Public Library will close early Monday from 4—7 p.m. to hold a drop-in celebration of life for Medora Nelson-Ferris, a children’s librarian who died last month in a hit-and-run crash; regular hours resume Tuesday. News8000
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Storyteller Terry Visger—chair of the La Crosse Storytelling Festival—will perform tomorrow at Pump House Regional Arts Center for the 23rd Annual Tales of the Creepy and Scary, an event for audiences 13 and older. She shared a brief excerpt from her new tale today at WIZM after drawing on her 25 years of experience. WIZM
- ➤ University of Wisconsin-La Crosse hosted its annual free Art Open House on Oct. 23rd—community members visited to enjoy artwork from students and faculty. News8000
- ➤ The Rivoli Arts District is hosting the Uncanny Exhibit that features 13 themed rooms created by 25 local artists to capture the Halloween spirit. Teddy Eck said guests can interact with the displays — tickets cost $15 for general admission and $10 for students — as the exhibit encourages hands-on exploration. News8000
- ➤ The Nature Place in Myrick Park will host its fourth annual Music in the Marsh on November 13 with Grammy Award-winning Dom Flemons set to perform while doors open at 6 p.m. Director Rebecca Schwarz previewed the event on October 23 during La Crosse Talk and discussed how federal funding cuts have made planning more challenging — organizers expect tickets to sell out quickly. WIZM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students from Logan High School and North Woods Elementary joined for a story walk that displayed pages from Shel Silverstein’s 'The Giving Tree' while high school mentors helped younger readers build confidence; this 10-year program has added over 800 reading hours each year. News8000
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials are reviewing a Riverside Festival plan that proposes a public market area and hundreds of new housing units near the river by redeveloping the southside festgrounds — the proposal will be discussed by the city plan commission on November 3 and by a council committee on November 4. WIZM
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Officials broke ground on the C&C Residences housing project in La Crosse that will bring 36 residential units including 24 studio apartments and 12 townhomes. The project features a community garden and a focus on sustainability; construction will continue through winter with an opening scheduled for spring 2026. News8000
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nick Trim widened his lead at the Mercury B.A.S.S. Nation Championship after catching a 21-pound fish on Day 1 at the Upper Mississippi River tournament presented by Lowrance—his strong start boosts his chances for the upcoming rounds. La Crosse Tribune
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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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