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Winstars 14U softball wins state championship
The Winstars Velocity 14U Red team represented the Winona area well in the Minnesota State Softball Championships that were held from July 20-21 in Mankato, Minn. The Winstars were rolling on Saturday as they put up three blowout wins against 612 Fastpitch Minneapolis 10-2, Becker Blast 8-0, and Chisago Lakes 18-2. The Winstars team had a strong showing against the 3-0 Luverne team Sunday morning but lost the game 8-7 in the last inning as Luverne hit a walk-off double to advance to the championship game. The WinStars were then forced to play against a tough Eagan team to try to win their way back into the championship game. The WinStars girls refused to give up as they battled their way to victory in a12-8 win against Eagan. This win against Eagan earned themselves a chance at redemption against Luverne in the championship game(s). The Winstars needed to beat the undefeated Luverne team twice if they wanted to bring home a state championship due to Luverne being undefeated heading into the final game.
Interview: Carvers from around the world soon to converge in Eau Claire
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) - The U.S. Open Chainsaw Sculpture Championship is heading to Eau Claire’s Carson Park once again. The event is August 2-4 with live music and food trucks available as well. A Pre-Championship Party with no event admission will be held August 1 from 5-8 p.m....
Higher than normal volume of ‘Pets in car” cases in Eau Claire
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – Eau Claire Police say they are seeing higher than normal cases of animals being left in hot cars. This can be bad for pets due to suffering from heat exhaustion and discomfort as cars can heat up quickly. The police department says they will contact pet owners after responding to a call, but if no progress has been made they will break the car window.
St. Croix EDC 2023 Small Business of the Year Winner named – Part I
HUDSON, WI – Dave Brummel has a larger-than-life personality. In many ways, he is at heart, a showman. In another life he might have donned a top hat, epaulets and a whip as the ringmaster in The Greatest Show on Earth. His enthusiasm is infectious, and he always has a story or two up his sleeve.
LCPD continues to investigate Madeline Edman's disappearance
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WEAU) - July 29 marks the 19th anniversary of the disappearance of Madeline Edman who was 15 years old when she went missing in La Crosse. According to a news release posted by the La Crosse Police Department on July 24, the agency continues to actively investigate her disappearance.
Wisconsin Weekend Weather: La Crosse to Warm Up Significantly
La Crosse, WI – Drier conditions are expected to prevail across La Crosse and the surrounding areas, continuing into the first half of the weekend. As the week progresses, temperatures will remain seasonable, culminating in a significant warm-up by the weekend. According to the US National Weather Service La...
Minocqua Brewing Co. to brew beer in honor of VP Kamala Harris' presidential bid
MINOCQUA, Wis. — A Wisconsin brewery is capitalizing on Vice President Kamala Harris' presidential bid. Minocqua Brewing Co. is beginning production of Hope Expresso Stout. A four-pack is $17 and is available for presale right now. They'll ship in September. The owner of Minocqua Brewing Co. previously launched an...
Two motorcycle riders die after crashing into hill at a Crawford County intersection
A motorcycle reportedly crashed into a rocky hillside near Boscobel late Monday night, killing the two people who were riding on the cycle. The Crawford County sheriff’s office says the motorcycle driven by 43-year-old David Fillyaw of Muscoda crossed a Wisconsin River bridge on Highway 61 at a high rate of speed, and hit the rock wall head-on, instead of turning onto Highway 60 at an intersection.
Explore all things Irish during La Crosse’s Irishfest from August 9-11
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – The 19th annual Irishfest is coming to La Crosse just around the corner, and will have fun for all ages. Possibly one of the most notable parts of this year’s event is a performance by Gaelic Storm, a Celtic band founded in California in 1996. The band appeared in the Titanic film in 1997, also recording songs on the soundtrack for the movie.
Take steps to prevent mosquito bites this wet summer
If you think mosquitoes are peskier this summer than they have been the past couple of years, you’re probably not alone. But that doesn’t mean your outdoor adventures have to end with a dozen itchy red bumps on your body. With the frequent rain events already this summer,...
Rochester Police Find Body of Young Man During Welfare Check
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News)- The Rochester Police Department is investigating the death of a young man. Limited information is available. Communications Coordinator Amanda Grayson says officers found his body during a welfare check on Sunday. Police conducted the check at a residence in the 10 block of 6th Ave. in...
Studies show hospital admissions will be on the rise soon
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WEAU) - Multiple national research companies are reporting hospitals across the nation will be seeing more patients over the next decade. Recent studies from Kaufman Hall and Sg2 show hospital volumes are expected to grow significantly. Gundersen Health System President Heather Schimmers believes there are multiple reasons why numbers could rise.
Big Ten’s Drunkest City Approves Alcohol Sales At College Football Games
It took longer than many might’ve expected, but Wisconsin football fans will soon be able to purchase alcohol inside Camp Randall Stadium. The announcement was made on Monday during the start of Big Ten Media Days. That’s huge news for a campus that loves its booze. Madison, Wisconsin is the conference’s drunkest city according to […] The post Big Ten’s Drunkest City Approves Alcohol Sales At College Football Games appeared first on BroBible.
Democratic group launches $20M ad campaign targeting Trump after Biden steps aside
A major Democratic super PAC is launching a $20 million ad campaign in battleground states hitting former President Trump over the events of Jan. 6, 2021, following the Republican convention and the change atop the Democratic ticket. American Bridge 21st Century, which is also the party’s main opposition research outfit, will begin airing ads on…
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