RAA Announces Reception for Driftless: A Curated Exhibit

Join RAA for the opening reception of Driftless: A Curated Exhibit, featuring artwork inspired by the driftless region along the great Mississippi river. Light refreshments will. be served. Many artists throughout Minnesota and the surrounding driftless region submitted worksfor consideration in the exhibit. A selection of those submissions, curated by...

Three Things to do in & Around River City this weekend.

Glad I got the Christmas lights up earlier this week when the weather was more cooperative. Going to be much colder this weekend with a high of just 42° on Saturday, and even colder on Sunday with a high of just 34° expected!. Number one thing I’m doing...

Bangor residents celebrate early holiday cheer with festive community event

Foodie Friday: Thanksgiving superfoods with Hy-Vee dietician

LA CROSSE (WKBT) — Every week for Foodie Friday, we talk in studio with the businesspeople and culinary artisans behind outstanding restaurants, bakeries, cafes, bars, food trucks, and more.

7 All-You-Can-Eat Restaurants in Wisconsin That Still Serve Nostalgia on Every Plate

They don’t make places like these anymore—except in Wisconsin. Here, buffet tables still groan under the weight of golden fried chicken, creamy mashed potatoes, and enough dessert bars to make your inner child do a happy dance. Forget calorie counts and fancy menus. These are the spots where...

From previewing tick, tick … BOOM! to why it’s theatre and not theater with UW-L’s Nic Barilar

From why it’s theatre and not theater to working on our British accents and Muppet voices to the upcoming musical “tick, tick … BOOM!” getting underway this weekend with UW-La Crosse assistant professor of theatre and production director, Dr. Nic Barilar. La Crosse Talk airs weekdays...

This Wisconsin All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Has Locals Talking About Its Fried Chicken

In La Crosse, Wisconsin, North Country Steak Buffet has developed a devoted following—especially for its fried chicken, which local diners say keeps drawing them back for more. The buffet-style restaurant offers a wide variety of hot dishes, but it’s the crisp, well-seasoned chicken that often steals the spotlight. The setting is straightforward and welcoming: a large dining room, salad and taco bars, plenty of sides, and the self-serve buffet layout that gives you control of your plate and pace. But according to reviews, what makes this place memorable is how the fried chicken holds up under buffet lights—still crisp, tender, and flavorful. The chicken receives frequent praise: reviewers highlight that despite the buffet format, the coating stays crunchy and the meat remains juicy. One article noted the chicken “achieves that mythical balance—shatteringly crisp exterior giving way to tender, juicy meat that practically falls off the bone.” Beyond the chicken, the buffet offers steak, burgers, grilled chicken, a large salad bar, dessert selections and more—making it a full-meal destination rather than just a quick stop. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, North Country Steak Buffet offers a comfortable, hearty meal with one dish that keeps getting talked about: their fried chicken. If you find yourself in La Crosse and want something satisfying, this place might just be worth the visit.

13th Annual Freedom Honor Flight Veteran's Day breakfast

LA CROSSE (WKBT) -- The 13th Annual Freedom Honor Flight Veteran's Day breakfast is Tuesday, Nov. 11th.

After 45 Years of Piggy’s, Osteria Emilia Debuts La Crosse’s Red‑Sauce Supper Club at 501 Front

This article contains content summarized with AI. Learn more. At 501 Front Street South, a new “red‑sauce supper club” is stepping into the spotlight. Osteria Emilia opens as what it calls La Crosse’s only blend of Midwest supper‑club nostalgia and Italian‑American comfort—think spaghetti and meatballs, ice‑cream cocktails, and a come‑as‑you‑are room designed for lingering—from the team behind SAGRA Food & Wine.