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1 week ago | 
news8000.com | Andrew Ehrler
LA CROSSE (WKBT) -- Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin is set to hold a blood drive in La Crosse Thursday. The blood drive will take place at the La Crosse County Health and Human Services Auditorium from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The event is free and open to all eligible donors. The need for blood donations continues year-round, with hospitals requiring a steady supply to treat patients undergoing surgeries, cancer treatments, and emergency care.
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1 week ago | 
news8000.com | Andrew Ehrler
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) -- Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin is set to hold a blood drive in La Crosse Thursday. The blood drive will take place at the La Crosse County Health and Human Services Auditorium from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The event is free and open to all eligible donors. The need for blood donations continues year-round, with hospitals requiring a steady supply to treat patients undergoing surgeries, cancer treatments, and emergency care.
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1 week ago | 
news8000.com | Andrew Ehrler
DES MOINES, Iowa (WKBT) -- Iowa lawmakers have approved legislation that would fundamentally change how vote recounts are conducted in close elections, removing political party representatives from the process and placing the responsibility solely with county election officials. The bill, which now awaits Governor Kim Reynolds' signature, eliminates the current system of recount boards that include members from both candidates and a mutually agreed-upon third party.
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1 week ago | 
news8000.com | Andrew Ehrler
WEST SALEM, Wis. (WKBT) -- Culvert work has begun on a stretch of County Highway B near West Salem and Bangor. According to the La Crosse County Highway Department, the road will be closed from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday. The construction focuses on the area near Linse and Dovenberg Roads. The culvert replacement aims to improve drainage and prevent potential flooding issues in the area. Previous TREMPEALEAU COUNTY, Wis.
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1 week ago | 
news8000.com | Andrew Ehrler
LA CROSSE (WKBT) -- For many Americans, a yearly spring-cleaning routine can not only help you clean up your home but also relieve stress. With Tax Day just over the horizon and tariff uncertainty underway, having your assets and debts organized may help you get a better grasp on how you are sitting financially and help you plan for the future.
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1 week ago | 
news8000.com | Andrew Ehrler
BANGOR, Wis. (WKBT) -- La Crosse County Highway crews are closing a portion of County Road B in Bangor Monday to replace a culvert. The road will be shut down from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. as crews work on the infrastructure project. The closure affects County Road B south of Interstate 90, specifically near the curve west of Prairie Road. County officials have not provided a detour route that would help drivers get around the closure. Previous ONALASKA, Wis.
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1 week ago | 
news8000.com | Andrew Ehrler
OSSEO, Wis. (WKBT) -- Motorists traveling near Osseo will need to find alternate routes Monday as a section of US 10 closes for a major construction project. The closure affects US 10 between County Road K and Rose Lane, where crews will begin work on utility replacement and repairs to the Buffalo River Bridge. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation has established a detour route using State Route 121 and County Highway HH to guide drivers around the construction zone.
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1 week ago | 
news8000.com | Andrew Ehrler
LA CROSSE (WKBT) -- Every week for Foodie Friday, we talk with the businesspeople and culinary artisans behind outstanding La Crosse-area restaurants, bakeries, cafes, bars, food trucks, and more. We want to help our viewers get in touch with the dynamic food scene of the greater Coulee Region while also supporting local, independent businesses.
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2 weeks ago | 
news8000.com | Andrew Ehrler
MADISON (WKBT) -- Wisconsin residents will have an opportunity to test their severe weather safety plans Thursday as officials conduct statewide tornado drills. The drills, scheduled for 1:45 p.m. and 6:45 p.m., are a key component of Wisconsin's Severe Weather Awareness Week - an annual initiative designed to prepare residents for the state's severe weather season. During the drill times, weather radio alerts will be activated, and many communities will sound their emergency sirens.
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2 weeks ago | 
news8000.com | Andrew Ehrler
BLAIR, Wis. (WKBT) -- Trempealeau County drivers may have to add some extra time to their daily commute Wednesday, as crews repair a water main in the city of Blair. According to WisDOT, the repairs will be conducted on WIS 95 near South Peterson Avenue. During the repairs, crews will be shutting down lanes between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. and will be conducting flagging operations to help drivers navigate the ongoing lane closures. Previous MADISON, Wis.
