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La Crosse
Friday, November 7th, 2025
Good morning, La Crosse. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Nonprofit Couleecap in La Crosse received over $750,000 in federal HUD funds to expand its Permanent Selective Housing program that offers wrap-around care — such as rental assistance and staffing support — to help chronically homeless individuals gain stable housing. WEAU
- ➤ Marine Credit Union Foundation donated $10,000 to Eau Claire’s Feed My People Food Bank this holiday season (each dollar delivers two meals) and will also support Hunger Task Force in La Crosse and Feeding America in Milwaukee. Credit Union CEO Tom Knothe said the donation comes as part of a year-end food drive to help ensure families have nutritious meals (the effort stretches community impact). WEAU
- ➤ Officials with the Salvation Army in La Crosse have considered indoor renovations at the 8th Street shelter to add space for 18 more people by relocating the upstairs chapel. Congressman Derrick Van Orden visited the shelter recently, but officials said new construction is unlikely—city zoning limits further expansion. WIZM
- ➤ YWCA La Crosse hosted its Tribute to Outstanding Women Awards event yesterday—honoring local community leaders for their service. News8000
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ UW-La Crosse students will perform the musical tick, tick … BOOM! today at Frederick Theatre in Morris Hall with a 7:30 p.m. opening, and shows are scheduled through next week. UW-L assistant professor Dr. Nic Barilar said the show uses a unique three-sided stage – a feature not seen in the theatre before. WIZM
- ➤ UWL held its New Music Festival on November 6 — the event featured live music at the campus as local audiences enjoyed the performances. News8000
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The FAA announced flight cuts due to a government shutdown and low staffing, causing delays and cancellations for travelers heading to the Coulee Region and other busy areas. Local travel agencies and Chippewa Valley Regional Airport advised checking with airlines for updates as Sun Country Airlines will adjust schedules starting today — officials are monitoring the situation closely. WEAU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ District officials revealed new renderings for a planned elementary school today—showing a design with spacious classrooms and a playground to meet growing student needs. The plans will guide future construction and help improve education for local students. News8000
- ➤ On Nov. 4, school board president Deb Suchla spoke on La Crosse Talk about plans to fix a $2M budget gap by closing three schools and building a new elementary school — and she discussed a new rule limiting cellphones and students skipping class. She also explained food shortages after SNAP cuts and said the board honored local businesses for their support — moves that will shape district plans. WIZM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Sen. Pfaff hosted a roundtable at Black River Beach center on Wednesday where residents discussed keeping health care costs low. Analysts forecast that over 200,000 people may lose coverage under Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act in the next decade — panelists warned that rising costs could force families to drop their insurance and reduce available insurers. WIZM
- ➤ Burns and Cameron parks remain fenced off in downtown La Crosse as the city works on a plan to address safety issues such as drug use and violence after the parks closed on September 4—City officials said the plan will guide when the parks reopen and might serve as a model for addressing safety issues in other areas. WIZM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ La Crosse County's Hillview Health Care Campus is nearing completion on a $20 million renovation that will upgrade critical health services for residents — the project is set to finish soon. La Crosse Tribune
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The title 'Christmas on Commercial Street' signals that holiday festivities will be held on Commercial Street — event details are still to be announced. News8000
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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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VILLAGE GIFT & HOME GRAND OPENING
VILLAGE GIFT & HOME GRAND OPENING EVENT NOW THROUGH DECEMBER 14 located next to Domino's in La Crosse's Village Shopping Center. In store SPECIALS, DRAWINGS, FUN STUFF for ALL AGES OPEN M-F 10-6, Sat 10-4, Sun Noon-4/ Facebook/Instagram/[email protected]/608-792-3904
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One Christmas Eve
7:30-9:30 p.m. — La Crosse Community Theatre — Learn more and purchase tickets here — Enjoy a diverse cast navigating love and chance during a festive performance.
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St. Nicholas Celebration
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Franciscan Spirituality Center — Free entry — Celebrate the spirit of generosity with traditions honoring St. Nicholas for all ages.
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One Christmas Eve
7:30-9:30 p.m. — La Crosse Community Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a humorous and heartwarming performance with a diverse cast navigating love and second chances during the holiday season.
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Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.
~ Henry Ford
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