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This Old Quarry In Wisconsin Is Getting A 7,000-Yard Golf Course

Developers are turning a former Wisconsin quarry into Whitehall Sands, a golf course designed around the property's mining history.

Eau Claire, WI · 2d

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Misdiagnosed musician back on stage again after Mayo Clinic finds rare condition

ROCHESTER, Minn. — A guitarist who has performed alongside John Mellencamp for nearly 50 years is back on stage after doctors at Mayo Clinic discovered a rare spinal condition that had left him in a wheelchair. Mike Wanchic faced the possibility of losing not only his mobility but the...

Rochester, MN · 1d
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Live music performance venue proposed for former downtown Micon theater

EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) - A live music performance venue is planning to open at the former downtown Micon Cinemas location. As WEAU 13 News reported in October, Micon Cinemas announced they were selling their downtown location. They cited extensive smoke damage and ongoing challenges related to parking as the reasons.

Eau Claire, WI · 1d
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Historic Eau Claire cemetery entered into state register

EAU CLAIRE — History is everywhere, according to UW-Eau Claire University Archivist Greg Kocken. It’s often just a matter of recognizing it. The State Historic Preservation Review Board has approved Forest Hill Cemetery to enter the State Register of Historic Places, a promising step into the location eventually being seen as an entrant in the national register, administered by the National Park Service (NPS). With Forest Hill Cemetery being a landscape, Kocken says those can be harder to see entered into the National Register of Historic Places compared to pieces of architecture — buildings often carry aesthetic markers of their respective eras, as well as encompassing famous figures or historic events that took place in the past. The university archivist argues that cemeteries as a whole have a place as important cultural landmarks though, and understanding their importance has become a noticeable trend in recent years. “Right now we’re starting to recognize that those cemeteries are important parts of our communities. They’re historic landscapes,” Kocken said. “They’re part of the cultural identity of a community. It’s more than just the memorials that are present there — it’s the cemetery itself as a part of the city, and recognizing that is

Eau Claire, WI · 2d

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The Menomonie Singers explore “Wonder” in November 21 and 22 concerts

For its November concerts, The Menomonie Singers will delve into the subject of. “Wonder” via the music of choral composers such as Elaine Hagenberg, Anton Armstrong, David Dickau, Dan Davison, Moses Hogan, Glenn McClure, and Kim Arneson. The choir will perform at Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd in Eau Claire on November 21 and at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Menomonie on November 22, 2026. Both performances are at 2 pm.

Eau Claire, WI · 2d

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Menomonie Public Library November Update

Join us at the Library for our Young Entrepreneur Craft Fair!. Every item is created and sold by talented youth entrepreneurs age 9 to 18. It is the perfect opportunity to find affordable, one-of-a-kind treasures while supporting local kids. Come out, bring some cash, and cheer on our community's young...

Menomonie, WI · 2d

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A century of rail history at La Crosse’s Amtrak station

On Jan. 31, 1927, a reported 6,000 people gathered to celebrate the opening of La Crosse’s new railroad station. The grand opening included a musical performance by local singer Grace McLindon Bartl, accompanied by a railroad quartet. The station replaced an earlier Milwaukee Road depot that burned on Christmas...

La Crosse, WI · 2d

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This Wisconsin Museum Is Packed With Vintage Cars And Every Kid Wants To Come Back

A recreated drive-in movie theater sits inside a car museum, and it plays classic films. That alone had me hooked. It honors a real drive-in that lit up local summer nights from 1949 to 1978. The cars are the main event, of course. The lineup runs from a 1911 Ford...

La Crosse, WI · 5d

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La Crosse commission advances plans for former library and Girl Scouts building

LA CROSSE (WKBT) -- The La Crosse City Plan Commission voted today to advance plans for two city-owned buildings.

La Crosse, WI · 4d

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North side La Crosse group sells approval to open former library as neighborhood center

A La Crosse group is seeking approval for plans to buy the former north side library on Kane Street, which was closed last summer in a budget-cutting move. Northside Neighborhood Center, Inc., has drawn up proposals for a reading room, live performance areas, and meeting space inside the 80-year-old building.

La Crosse, WI · 4d

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Cornhole players compete at American Cornhole Organization's La Crosse Major

LA CROSSE (WKBT) -- Cornhole players from across the region and beyond tested their skills at the American Cornhole Organization's La Crosse Major at the La Crosse Center.

La Crosse, WI · 6d

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Mill Day draws visitors despite cloudy, rainy start

Annual celebration features historic mill tours, food, vendors, and special recognition of Rep. Aaron Repinski for his role in securing $400,000 for preservation work. A little early-morning rain wasn't enough to dampen the spirit of Pickwick Mill Day, as more than 600 visitors, neighbors, and mill supporters gathered Saturday, September 12, at the historic Pickwick Mill to celebrate local history, community, and the continuing preservation of one of southeast Minnesota's most distinctive landmarks.

Winona County, MN · 10d

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McIntosh Memorial Library to host Food for Fines program

VIROQUA, Wis. –– The annual Food for Fines program to benefit a local food pantry will take place November 2-14, 2026, at the McIntosh Memorial Library in Viroqua. During the first two weeks of November patrons can bring non-perishable food items or hygiene products to the library circulation desk to have their fines reduced. For every item donated, $1.00 worth of fines will be removed for a maximum of $10.00.

Viroqua, WI · 10d

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Moon Tunes founders hand off La Crosse summer concert series to Valley View Rotary Club

LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) — After 15 years, the founders of Moon Tunes are stepping back and passing the reins to a longtime community partner.

La Crosse, WI · 12d

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Horror fans gather at the Rivoli Theater for “Shlocktoberfest”

LA CROSSE, Wis. – Horror fans gathered at the Rivoli Theatre in downtown La Crosse for the 5th annual Schlocktoberfest, a weekend-long celebration of horror films, cult classics and the fans who love them. The annual event brought moviegoers together to watch a lineup of horror favorites on the big screen, giving fans an opportunity […]

La Crosse, WI · 12d

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Creature Feature: Visiting writers’ event in downtown La Crosse

On Oct. 6, two writers, Matt Hart and Dobby Gibson, came to La Crosse to perform a visiting writers event. This event took place both on campus and at the Pump House in downtown La Crosse. The two writers were here to talk about the recently published book, Creature Feature, by Dean Young.

La Crosse, WI · 14d

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UW-La Crosse Screaming Eagles Marching Band invited to perform outside World Series Game 2 in Milwaukee

LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) — The UW-La Crosse Screaming Eagles Marching Band will take part in one of baseball's biggest events this weekend.

La Crosse, WI · 18d

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Pumpkinfest gets underway this week

The 4th annual Richland Center Pumpkinfest is fast approaching! Downtown businesses are encouraged to get into the spirit of Pumpkinfest by having your windows decorated by Monday (October 19) to celebrate. The community is also reminded to bring decorated pumpkins to the Richland County Courthouse this Wednesday (October 21) between 3:00 and 6:30 PM.

Richland County, WI · 19d