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La Crosse Homeless Services Coordinator shares six-month plan on Pathways Home
LA CROSSE (WKBT)-- The city and county will be improving resources for the homeless community in La Crosse over the next six months, including more help for those experiencing drug addiction and mental illness.
Five area Lions Clubs raise and donate nearly $11,000 to La Crosse Area Children’s Miracle Network and two local food pantries
VIROQUA, Wis. – Five Lions Clubs in our area including Coon Valley, Viroqua, St. Joseph Ridge, Cashton, and Westby clubs recently sponsored their 17th annual Lions Golf Tournament at the Viroqua Hills Golf Course. Together the five clubs raised money to donate to the La Crosse Area Children’s Miracle Network and two local food pantries.
West Salem School District holds threat assessment training
WEST SALEM, Wis. (WKBT) -- Educators, administrators and law enforcement personnel gathered at West Salem's Heider Center on Wednesday to learn how threat assessment strategies can prevent violence in schools.
Christmas in July: La Crosse’s Salvation Army holds a giving campaign due to rising needs
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WEAU) - It’s a sound you typically hear during the holiday season, but this summer Salvation Army volunteers are ringing their bells. The nonprofit in La Crosse is having its first-ever July giving campaign. Usually, the Salvation Army asks for donations during the holiday season... but...
Study at UW-La Crosse explores PFAS impact on survival of fish
PFAS chemicals have been linked to a range of negative health impacts, like liver damage, decreased birth weight and some cancers. A researcher at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is now working to measure how these chemicals are impacting the health of fish populations, informing potential groundwater policies and future study of human health.
Victim Succumbs to Injuries After Stolen Truck From St. Cloud Leads to Multiple-Car Collision in Becker
(KNSI) – A man seriously injured after a truck reported stolen out of St. Cloud caused a multiple-car crash in Becker has died. Investigators say on July 6th, around 3:15 Saturday afternoon, a Sherburne County Sheriff’s Deputy was trying to stop the driver of a Dodge Ram when the suspect crashed into two vehicles at the intersection of Highway 10 and Liberty Lane. The suspect then drove off the road to the right and hit a Subaru Outback that was in a gas station parking lot.
Kriete acquires La Crosse Truck Center
LA CROSSE, Wis. — Kriete Truck Centers, headquartered in Milwaukee with 10 locations across Wisconsin, has acquired La Crosse Truck Center in La Crosse, Wisconsin. “We’re thrilled to continue expanding our ability to serve customers across the state and provide our associates with additional opportunities to learn and grow,” said Kriete Truck Centers President and CEO David Kriete. “As stewards of our brands, our community and our customers, we couldn’t be more excited about this key milestone in achieving our mission.”
Winona Sportsman’s Club Youth Trap Shooting
The Winona Sportsman’s Club recently held its 16th annual Youth Trap Shooting Program on Wednesday nights during the beginning weeks of summer. Sixty-two participants and experienced coaches took part in the five-week program. Instruction and coached practice were a part of each week’s session. Thanks to all the...
New Minnesota Laws For Kids Riding In Cars Go Into Effect August 1st
A new child restraint law will come into effect for Minnesotans on August 1st. The new law includes a requirement that all children under 13 years old MUST sit in the back seat of any motor vehicle that has one. “Every driver who transports a child or children under the...
Delegates explore areas outside Milwaukee
RIPON, Wis. — While the political action is in Milwaukee this week, some attractions outside that metropolitan area are also expecting an uptick from visitors. The Little White School House in Ripon recounts the background and formation of the Republican Party 170 years ago. Ron Wright is in Wisconsin...
Year-round school begins at Northside Elementary in La Crosse
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – It was back to school for one elementary school in La Crosse this morning. First News at Nine’s Dashal Mentzel explains why they start before summer ends and go all year long. Northside Elementary School officially began its 2024-2025 school year on Monday...
Bryce Stoltz named CSC Academic All-American
AUSTIN, Texas – Winona State University gymnastics student-athlete, Bryce Stoltz, earned College Sports Communicators Second Team Academic All-America® honors after an outstanding season in competition and in the classroom. Stoltz, a junior from Highlands Ranch, Colo., holds an impressive 4.0 GPA in Nursing. Throughout the season, Stoltz posted...
Winona Health golf fundraiser coming in August
Tournament participants last year helped the Winona Health Foundation’s Ben and Adith Miller Patient Care Fund assist 364 patients with $564,000 in medical care. Since its inception, the tournment has helped 8,200 people pay $15.8 million in medical costs.
Family of Osseo-Fairchild School District Employee Sets Up Fund for Disadvantage Students
The Osseo-Fairchild School District extends their deepest gratitude to Wayne, Kevin, and Rob Larson for establishing the "Seymour Larson Fund for Disadvantaged Students" at Osseo-Fairchild Elementary School in honor of their father. Seymour, a dedicated staff member for 25 years, was well known for his quiet acts of kindness towards...
MHKY: 9 Cardinals named AHCA All-American Scholars
WINONA, Minn. — For the second year in a row, the Saint Mary's University men's hockey team boasted nine players who were named Krampade/AHCA All-American Scholars by the American Hockey Coaches. To qualify, a student-athlete must have attained a 3.75 GPA for each semester during the 2023-24 school year;...
No more vacant Shopkos, after south side La Crosse Aldi grocery store opens next week
Another Shopko conversion is almost done in La Crosse. The city is getting its first Aldi discount grocery store. Aldi will open July 25, replacing the old Shopko at 4344 Mormon Coulee Road. A ribbon cutting is scheduled for 8 a.m. The first 100 customers will receive a gift bag...
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