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Oktoberfest brought $26 million to La Crosse region last year, according to tourism study

Oktoberfest has been a big attraction for La Crosse since the 1960’s, and it’s a large moneymaker for the local tourism industry. An economic study conducted by...

Business2 years ago

Ft. McCoy says it brings in $2.5 billion a year in economic benefit to the area

Monroe County’s military base had an economic impact of $2.5 billion on the region last year. Fort McCoy reports the fiscal 2022 contribution was about $600...

Coronavirus5 years ago

Fund created to help La Crosse area residents now out of work due to COVID-19

Community members in La Crosse are stepping up for workers who have seen their income stop due to the closure of several businesses because of the...

Business5 years ago

Wisconsin bars, restaurants ordered to close by 5 p.m. Tuesday, except for delivery and pickup

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers ordered a statewide ban on all gatherings of more than 10 people as of 5 p.m. Tuesday, and...

Entertainment6 years ago

City council unanimously approves La Crosse Center expansion plan

It was unanimous. The La Crosse City Council voted 12-0 Thursday night to approve the latest La Crosse Center expansion plan. Several negotiations and compromises were...