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La Crosse
Tuesday, December 9th, 2025
Good morning, La Crosse. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Children's Miracle Network Holiday Basket Raffle returns in La Crosse, offering gift baskets to win while supporting local pediatric care. Emplify by Gundersen employees and local businesses donated baskets and $1 raffle tickets are sold at clinic locations in La Crosse and Onalaska (complete list online). News8000
- ➤ Winona community will hold its annual Toys for Kids event to collect toy donations for families in need; local volunteers organize the drive to accept new + gently used toys for those facing seasonal challenges. News8000
- ➤ The Fire Department and Water Utility launched Hydro Helpers to have local youth keep a three-foot winter clearance around hydrants for quicker firefighter access—volunteers will be invited to a thank-you celebration. Youth aged 17 and under can sign up as residents of La Crosse. WIZM
- ➤ Burns Park reopened in La Crosse on Dec. 8 after a three-month closure for maintenance and upgrades (city officials confirmed the schedule), allowing residents to resume outdoor activities. News8000
- ➤ Amtrak’s Borealis train through La Crosse ran at 97% capacity in July but had lower overall ridership compared to last year due to fewer available seats after Superliner cars (210 seats) replaced Horizon cars (286 seats), according to Minnesota DOT official Greg Mathis. WIZM
- ➤ U.S. Cellular donated $5,000 worth of essential supplies (diapers, wipes, snacks) to The Parenting Place, a key support for families in need. The company is accepting further donations at all local stores to aid community assistance. News8000
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Music legend Bob Dylan will perform at the La Crosse Center in March, giving local fans a chance to see him live. News8000
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The La Crosse Fire Department reminds residents that the warming center at 713 St. James St. will open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. if the National Weather Service issues a blizzard, cold weather, or extreme cold warning — city officials will announce openings with 24 hours notice. WEAU
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Emplify Health by Gundersen hosted a panel discussion in La Crosse to address the rising violence against healthcare workers; legal experts, law enforcement officials and healthcare professionals reviewed reporting protocols and support resources (including input from the county district attorney). News8000
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A Holly Jazzy Christmas
7:30 p.m. — Cappella Performing Arts Center — Ticket info unavailable — Experience a magical evening of holiday classics with Debbie O'Keefe and the La Crosse Jazz Orchestra.
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One Christmas Eve
7:30-9:30 p.m. — La Crosse Community Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a diverse cast navigating love and second chances in a festive holiday show.
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2nd Annual A Home for the Holidays Gala
5:30-11:00 p.m. — Radisson Hotel La Crosse — $100.00 — Celebrate the season with cocktails, dinner, auctions, dancing, and surprises at this delightful fundraiser.
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