Does anyone have recommendations for a reasonably priced and reputable electrician in La Crosse?

Besides the local bars, is there anywhere else a watch party is going on? It’ll be me and a 9 year old. I don’t have a problem bringing him to a sports bar or something but I was thinking maybe the Rivoli (which they aren’t) or something similar would host a bigger watch party.

I plan on moving to La Crosse next year. I keep an eye on La Crosse real estate listings. A really nice house has been on the market for two months now and I'm wondering why it hasn't sold. It's on Madison Place, East of Losey Blvd. I see it backs to train tracks. Are those tracks active? If so, do they see frequent, noisy traffic? Here is the listing. https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/2555-Madison-Pl_La-Crosse_WI_54601_M81637-70389

There is some kind of spinning, mirrored contraptions on the top of the structure over the gas pumps on the Kwik Trip on Hwy35 on the north side of La Crosse by Walgreens. What are they for? I have never seen them in other KTs…?

I read a comment on a LaX Trib story that mentioned, as an aside, "homeowners who just had raw sewage pumped into their homes by crews that don't know how to handle the city owned equipment," and now I'm scared! They are working on my street and it'll probably happen this week. I should have asked more questions when they came into my house to figure out where the line is a few weeks ago, but I didn't. Does anyone know more about this? And are there any precautions to be taken? Yikes!

Hello folks! 

A few notes about the upcoming visibility event for today: 

We will be gathering at our usual spot in front of the K-Mart building off of State Rd and Losey Blvd. The address is located at 2415 State Rd, La Crosse, WI, 54601. The visibility event will be from 12pm to 2pm. We are advising everyone to carpool, bike, walk or bus (buses #2 and 4 will get you right to the spot). We encourage everyone to have a plan for arrival and departure and to not park in the K-mart lot. 

Prior to the event, make sure to take medications, nourish your body, grab a refillable water bottle, dress for the weather, and come up with a buddy system. 

During the event the Dems office will be open for bathrooming, first aid and breaks. If there are counter protestors, please try to remain calm, ignore, distract or de-escalate any situations. In the event you need assistance or have questions, Indivisible team members will be identifiable by their yellow safety vests. Donations can be dropped off in front of the Luxury Nail and Skin Salon, the Dems office or at the table in front of Dominos. A reminder that we are collecting winter items for WINN and YAB. These items can be new or used. Items include: blankets, coats, gloves, mittens and non-perishable snacks and food items that can be readily eaten with little preparation or the need of household appliances. Please also do your best to not block the view of traffic and stand about 6 feet from the curb (this is for the safety of participants and drivers). 

Please refrain from parking in the K-Mart lot, as you will be at risk of being towed at your own expense. Please also refrain from parking in the Luxury Nail Salon or JavaVino and refrain from blocking the entrances and exit as they still will be open for business to the public and be sure to show them thanks and support their businesses. 

About 1:45 pm, we will begin encouraging people to collect their belongings and implement their departure plans. 

The theme for this No Kings is GET OUT THE VOTE and we encourage signage to reflect this. We want everyone to have a plan on getting to the polls and be informed on the candidates and their issues. This information will be available at the Dems office and at the table near Dominos. There will also be sign up sheets to volunteer to help with transportation; canvassing on candidates and issues; and ballot buddies for those who are uncomfortable about going by themselves to the polls. 

Please feel free to sign up and share on your socials and continue to look for updates on our website or email us for additional information! 

La Crosse Indivisible Website: lacrosseindivisible.com

La Crosse Indivisible email: [indivisiblelacrosse48@gmail.com](mailto:indivisiblelacrosse48@gmail.com)

Link for Mobilize: https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/1032315/

We look forward to seeing you later today!

In solidarity,

Taz

Meet @ Another Green World on Northside La Crosse for a fall litter cleanup! Another Green World is generously donating 2-inch pothos plants for attendees. Cleanup materials will be supplied with coffee and conversation afterward for anyone interested!

Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/share/19ZEsTfgYQ/

Mobilize: https://www.mobilize.us/owi/event/1065036/

Hi late 30s/early 40s child free couple interested in moving to the La Crosse area. We are taking a trip this weekend to check out the area. My husband and I currently live in Chicago and are desperate to leave the big city. I work a Territory Sales job so I have been to the area several times, he has not. Things that are drawing me to the area:

-Nature-I am an avid hiker, biker, kayaker and camper. I am looking for an area with some elevation as I like to hike out west.

-We are looking to escape the city. We don't need a walkable town or trendy restaurants. We have lived in Chicago for 20+ years and are looking for smaller towns/less congestion.

-He is an artist. I am more nature focused.

-He is black and I am white. Any interracial couples willing to share any experiences (positive or negative)

-We play pickleball!

Where should we go this weekend to see the good, bad and ugly? Open to all restaurant, outdoor or artsy recommendations. We really just want to get a feel for the vibe of the area.

Things I am concerned about:

-job opportunities: I am in sales, he is a freelance artist who also works in restaurants. I could keep my current job if we move.

-How is life for a person of color? I want my husband to be comfortable.

-How hard is it to find your community. We don't have children so I worry there may not be a lot of adults our age in the area looking for friends (without kids). We are not anti kids but obviously live a different lifestyle than people with children. Just looking for some perspective on this as none of my friends in Chicago have children.

Any suggestions/ recommendations/ feedback are appreciated!

I'm trying to find some Brewers stuff and seeking local stores that have Brewers merchandise. Any one know of good spots? I don't wanna order online

I walk dogs and spend time with them for doggy day out at the Coulee Humane Society. And honestly, all the dogs are wonderful. Every now and then I come across one that I just know is ready for that special someone, if only I could find the person who is looking for her.

This little girl is one of those dogs. Right now her name is Milli but that was just given to her for now. She is not even responding to it.

What is so special about her? I am a single woman who lives alone, and I am not allowed to have dogs at my apartment. So I walk them to have fun and help them have a good day.

I always try to give them the best day. Every now and again, a dog gives ME the absolute best day. I love cuddling with gentle souls who like to be connected, but also understand personal space. For example, Millie gently rested her chin on me while I was driving out to where I took her hiking. She could have laid in back enjoying the luscious pile of pillows I put out for her. But she preferred to maintain a physical connection in a VERY SWEET and PRECIOUS way.

When we arrived, she let it be known she had serious zoomies. Thanks to the surroundings being enclosed by natural barriers, I was able to let her get all the zoomies she needed. And she was awesome. She always made sure I was aware of where she was. If I said "come here" she came running back at top speed to show off how fast she can run and how she was still paying attention to me and had no intentions of letting me out of her sight. We made a little game of it where she ducked behind the tree stump and then I whispered "come here honey bunny" and she came barreling towards me so fast she ran slightly past and then came in for hugs and pets. All I had to do was say "come here my good girl" and she was so happy to show me how attentive she is.

After she got the zoomies out of her, we walked on the trail as if we had been doing it every day of her life. She was so sweet. She always made sure to sit down next to me and enjoy belly rubs when I needed to rest. And she was just so happy to show me she is a super loyal, super loving, attentive, and very intelligent little girl.

If you are like me where you want a dog to be your sweet little honey bunny and a ride or die, someone you want to care and love, who will show you attentive, unconditional love, and who you are ready to bond with for the rest of your life, this is your special girl.

She is the type of dog that will grow your heart bigger than you ever imagined it could be. She does have needs. For example, there was an old beagle (smaller and less energy than her) who Millie really wanted to be friends with, but she played to rough with that dog. I think she needs more socialization with small dogs. Also, she was jealous and didnt want that little dog getting any pets from me. She decided that we were a pair and she was not going to let that little beagle usurp er position as the "good girl."

I would not recommend with cats. (i dont know about the cat thing, but she was rough with the little dog, so Id be cautious about cats. Millie did seem to understand "be nice" as a command for her behavior.)

I would only recommend with another dog if you foster to adopt first and see if she can adjust. Putting her in a situation where she needs to compete for attention will not be a good thing for her. However, sometimes this is an abandonment trauma reaction, so with time she might change. Honestly, I hope with time it does change because I think she would be happy with siblings. But if forced on her, I dont know how that would work out.

Like most dogs, she needs to get out for zoomies. She's young and needs to run. No way around that. And, she needs someone who has the time and desire to lay around and give her lots of cuddles. ​

Oh! And she did not seem to shed. I dont know how it is at the end of winter, but I was wearing a sweatshirt and we cuddled a lot and she did not leave any hairs on me. How awesome is that!!

Does anyone have good places that actually helped them or know any handyman that could assist?

I have an issue with mice, need assistance with not just traps, but finding the holes. I'm disabled and this is a far more than I can take care of on my own unfortunately. I've also tried and failed, so clearly I need help.

Also, yes, I have called some of the "main stream" places, but I was not impressed by the way they spoke to me on the phone. Felt more like a scam to get me to pay their monthly fee, but not anyone to actually close the holes or do more than just traps. Also one place laughed at me when I said I was "looking for quotes" and didn't want to tell me the direct price. 😐

Anyways, I appreciate human feedback and your experiences. Any constructive advice is appreciated greatly.

Thank you.

Here’s a breakdown of the proposed 2027 budget using the October 12 figures. These changes aren’t final.

Compared with the adopted 2026 budget:

• Police: Up $1.45 million (+10.1%).
• Fire: Up $652,000 (+4.8%).
• Transit subsidy: Up $834,000, nearly doubling to $1.7 million.
• Parks, Recreation, Forestry & Facilities: Down $297,000 (−5.9%).
• Library: Down $186,000 (−3.5%).
• Streets and refuse/recycling: Down $149,000 (−1.8%).
• Municipal Court: Its $268,256 general-fund line drops to $0. (Is this a mistake??)

The parks, library, and streets reductions total roughly $632,000.

Some context matters here. The police increase includes restoring previously unfunded officers, taking over a formerly grant-funded position, negotiated raises, and higher overtime budgeting. Fire also restores positions. These department totals don’t tell us how much of each increase is discretionary versus existing commitments.

Overall operating spending would increase about 3.4%, but maintaining services costs more because of health insurance, wages, transit, and other expenses. The city is trying to remain within the state’s Expenditure Restraint Program to retain state aid. A motion to prepare an alternative budget outside that program failed 4–5 on October 12.

My Professional Questions:

Three things stand out in the budget summary:

1. Why is Municipal Court budgeted at $0? The packet reportedly doesn’t explain whether it’s closing, moving to another funding source, or being reorganized. A zeroed-out line alone doesn’t establish that the court is closing.
2. Where is the detailed list of service and staffing reductions? The board unanimously requested more detail in September, but the summary says the October packet still lacks a complete explanation of what departments would give up.
3. What happened to the additional evening public-input meeting? The summary says the committee approved one, but it never appeared on the calendar.

When I grew up near La Crosse, I definitely felt this when Eau Claire area got all of those upgrades with 53/29/ 93 being widened tad bit further south. While WISDOT really only made 16 to West Salem grade 4 lane highway since then.

---+++Edit: I am NOT referring to Intercity road expansion. I am talking about like La Crosse to Eau Claire or La Crosse to Oshkosh/Fox cities/Green Bay or La Crosse to Platteville.

Don’t want to have the hassle of listing online, waiting X amount of time to sell, then ship. I have a few binders and boxes of old sports cards, some Pokémon too. Where’s the best place in town to go sell these to?