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Hello La Crosse! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Family music legacy, a garden party, and surviving in space + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Local business challenges discussed: State lawmakers met with La Crosse Area Chamber on housing, childcare, and health costs. Sen. Brad Pfaff said tax policy is federal as proposals move to next year's session -- read the full discussion.
A family legacy in music: A new Behind the Counter feature spotlights Leithold Music, a La Crosse fixture since the late 1800s, where a family shares how instruments and relationships keep generations connected to music -- read the full story.
Family festival returns: Deecefest will return July 23–25 to Bluebird Campground and South Lanes, hosted by Gregg “Cheech” Hall. Day and weekend passes available. Kids 10 and under free with a ticketed adult -- get all the details.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Quick cool-down idea: Copeland Park Splash Pad is the easy, no-fuss way to let the kids burn energy while you snag five minutes of peace, with plenty of splashy fun and space to play. Pack a towel, bring snacks, and let the giggles take it from there.
Breakfast worth waking up for: From homestyle breakfasts to hearty lunch plates and hot coffee that actually wakes you up, Rosie's Cafe nails the cozy, no-fuss vibe locals love. Do yourself a favor and grab the signature homemade cinnamon roll. It’s cash only, so bring bills... or use their ATM.
Upgrade your nest: If your couch is plotting against your spine, swing by Sleep 4 Less Mattress, Furniture & Appliance Warehouse for one-stop shopping on mattresses, furniture, and appliances from brands you know, plus same-day La Crosse delivery and easy financing, so your back and budget can finally call a truce.
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Once your car passes 50,000 miles, the odds of a big repair climb fast. That's usually right when your factory coverage starts running out. Engine, transmission, electrical, they fail on their own timeline, and the bills run into the thousands. An extended warranty covers them before they hit. You receive a free year of Elite Benefits, plus 30 days to change your mind. *$300 off right now →
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🌳 North Woods International School Garden Party @ North Woods International | Wednesday (7/22) at 5:00 PM – If you want to touch grass without tackling weeds, the North Woods International School Garden Party delivers. Ms. Jessica leads hands-on, garden-themed fun while you wander the beds, breathe fresh air, and call it time well spent. Free, and open to everyone.
🛼 Hot Wheels & Deals $7 Summer Skate @ High Roller Skating Center | Thursday (7/23) at 11:30 AM – Midday summer nostalgia check at High Roller in La Crosse and Eau Claire, where $7 covers admission, skates, and playground time for the kids. Add the $4 pizza and drink, and suddenly lunch beats the drive-thru, and your inner 14-year-old gets a cameo.
🎉 Cheech's Deecefest 2026 @ Bluebird Family Camp | Thursday (7/23) at 5:00 PM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to trade lawn chores for live tunes, Deecefest delivers three days of music for 75 bucks out at Bluebird Family Camp. Pack the trusty camp chair, bring your neighbor, and yes, kids 10 and under are free.
🍦 A Night at Dairy Queen @ Dairy Queen Grill & Chill (Onalaska) | Thursday (7/23) at 6:00 PM – Whether you grew up treating Dairy Queen as date night or kid-bribery HQ, this guilt-free indulgence benefits Trinity of the Northside’s ministries. Cones, Blizzards, and nostalgia pair nicely with the feeling of doing community service, but sweeter.
🪱 Learn2Grow Kids Workshop: Recycle with Worms @ Kane Street Community Garden | Friday (7/24) at 9:00 AM – Nothing beats watching your kid dig in dirt you do not have to vacuum, at the Learn2Grow workshop in the Kane Street Community Garden, where worms, compost, and curious minds collide. Meet the worm farm, see scraps become soil, and call it science.
🌌 La Crosse Planetarium: Surviving In Space @ La Crosse Central High School | Friday (7/24) at 5:15 PM – Think you could survive space without misplacing your readers? Under the dome at Central High, the planetarium starts with a live tour of our ever-changing night sky, then delivers a full-dome primer on how to survive in space, kid-friendly, AC strong, and wonder guaranteed.
⚾ La Crosse Loggers Give-Back Night! @ Copeland Park | Friday (7/24) at 6:00 PM – Nothing beats a summer ballgame where you can cheer, snack, and accidentally teach the kids polite heckling. It’s Onalaska Elementary Night with the Loggers, and half your ticket goes right back to Northern Hills PTO, so your hot dog basically counts as philanthropy.
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07 — La Crosse report Weather forecastToday — High: 75°F — Low: 54°F — Precip: 0%
Sunny. High near 75, with temperatures falling to around 73 in the afternoon. North wind around 2 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 54. West wind around 1 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 79°F — Low: 59°F — Precip: 1%
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