Holmen Show Choir Invitational Returns This Weekend, Welcoming Schools From Three States

HOLMEN, Wis. — Get your jazz hands ready! Holmen High School and Holmen Middle School will host their annual two-day Show Choir Invitational on Friday, Jan. 9, and Saturday, Jan. 10, welcoming thousands of students, families, and spectators to the community for one of the region’s largest performing arts events.

Live jazz venue combines family friendly options with an upscale dining experience

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Rivoli Arts District hosts New Year's bash with pajama party and movie

LA CROSSE (WKBT) -- The Rivoli Arts District celebrated the new year with a family-friendly bash that combined entertainment, food and festive traditions in a comfortable setting for all ages.

Learning Club programs for January

Kara Eggers will show a documentary to the Winona Learning Club about the history of the Frozen River Film Festival since it began in January 2006. This presentation will at 10 a.m. on Monday, January 12, in the Wanek Room of the Winona County History Center. Kara, director of FRFF, will also speak about its coming season from February 1-6 at different locations in Winona, including The ARC (former Masonic Temple). As always, the public is welcome to attend.

Living Local – S1E15, The Board Store Feature of the Week… Melissa Kay McCarthy

LA CROSSE, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – What is a Holiday gathering if the host doesn’t provide a gift for you? With that in mind, for The Board Store Home Improvements Feature of the Week, Steven gives you the holiday sounds of local musician, Melissa Kay McCarthy.

14 Wisconsin All-You-Can-Eat Spots Where Comfort Food Takes Center Stage

Bring your stretchy pants, because Wisconsin’s most comforting all-you-can-eat spots are calling your name. From sizzling steaks to broasted chicken and lakeside fish fries, these places serve big flavors with even bigger portions. You will find friendly vibes, fair prices, and plates piled high enough to make grandma proud. Ready to plan a delicious road trip that feels like a warm hug with every bite?

Rivoli Theatre hosts 'Christmas Crafternoon' with special showing of 'The Muppet Christmas Carol'

La Crosse’s own rising star Andre Previn Peck shines at Holiday Glories concert

LA CROSSE (WKBT) -- La Crosse was treated to a spectacular musical evening as local rising star Andre Previn Peck took the stage with the La Crosse Symphony Orchestra for the much-anticipated Holiday Glories concert.

Coon Valley families gather for festive 'Community Christmas' event

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Outstanding Educator: Viking Elementary in Holmen has a teacher living her musical dreams

HOLMEN, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – Beth Waldron is a music teacher at Viking Elementary in Holmen. Her dreams of being a music teacher began in college, after initially planning to be a theatre major. “I had a lot of fun doing that, but I realized very quickly that was going to be a little bit different […]

Hollandberry Pannekoeken La Crosse shares progresss

LA CROSSE, Wis. — Hollandberry Pannekoeken continues work on its first Wisconsin location at the former Wells Fargo drive-through building in downtown La Crosse. According to a social media update shared one week ago, construction has moved forward at a steady pace. Crews are remodeling the space to prepare it for a full-service restaurant. As a result, the building is starting to take shape.

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

FRIDAY & SATURDAY – THE FINAL WEEKEND OF THE SPARTA KRISKINDLMARKT. The annual Kriskindlmarkt in Sparta has one weekend left to check out their festive shopping experience with 34 huts featuring local crafters & vendors, a bunch of unique food booths selling all sorts of goodies, and live entertainment to enjoy.

These 2 Wisconsin restaurants make Yelp list of best ramen in US

Yelp has released a list of the 100 top ramen restaurants in the United States – and two are in Wisconsin. "From Los Angeles and New York to small-town Wisconsin, ramen shops have become some of America’s most popular and affordable places to eat, thanks to passionate chefs, creative menus and a community of noodle-obsessed fans," the Yelp article said. The two Wisconsin ramen restaurants on the list are Kin by Rice N Roll in Wauwatosa, which takes the No. 35 spot, and Matsumoto Ramen House in Sparta – located about 30 miles east of La Crosse – which places eighth. The Sparta restaurant, 106 N. Water St., offers bowls of ramen "that rival anything you'd find in a bigger city," Yelp said. The counter-order restaurant is run by Michele Bills, who was raised in Japan, and her husband, Tucker, and features a small menu of select ramen styles. Birch owners share details, opening date for new restaurant, CASSIS Kin by Rice N Roll, 7484 W. State St., offers a more upscale dining experience, with a menu that includes sushi and Thai dishes in addition to ramen. 6 of the best Wauwatosa restaurants for date night According to Yelp, the

Pump House hosts adult dance party to beat holiday stress

LA CROSSE (WKBT) -- It's time to shake off the holiday stress with a dance party.