Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 25th of October.
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🚧 Accidents
La Crosse Public Library will hold a memorial service on Oct.
27 for Medora Nelson-Farris—the beloved children's librarian killed in a hit-and-run accident.
🎓 Education
La Crosse Central Spanish teacher John Havlicek discussed education legislation in Madison on Oct.
21 in the WIZM studio, focusing on bills about voucher schools, open records and state health insurance for educators. He has taught for 32 years and mistakenly mentioned retirement — a comment that adds nuance to his long career in teaching.
🌲 Environment
Solar on La Crosse Schools finished its final project by installing 276 solar panels on Southern Bluffs Elementary after years of volunteer work that saved the district over $75,000 in energy costs, and the group has passed the torch to the school district to lead future solar projects.
🏛️ Government
City crews will begin leaf collection on Monday, Oct.
27 and continue through Nov. 21—each covering a designated section to clear La Crosse.
Dr. Anthony Chergosky — a UW-La Crosse political science professor — hosted a Halloween-themed edition of La Crosse Talk on WIZM that compared candy choices and discussed proposed bills on legalizing medical marijuana gummies and sports gambling.
🎉 La Crosse Events
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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.
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.
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.
Holiday Pop-Up Shops
10 AM – 1 PM — The Charmant Hotel — Free — Discover handmade treasures from local artisans in a festive holiday atmosphere.
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.
🏠 La Crosse Real Estate
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