Good morning, my friends! ☀️

Today on Good Morning, Coulee:

🏡 We will feature a local organization that highlights amazing female leaders

🌳 Do you need a trusted tree service?

📰 Packed news day (with lots of sports updates)

Welcome to another week with Good Morning, Coulee. Let’s get into it! 👇

🎶 Song of the Day

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💬 Today’s Thought

📰 Quick Hits

• In-person absentee voting begins March 18 in La Crosse (WXOW)

• State Road repair project could get approval from La Crosse council this week (WIZM)

• Central, Aquinas boys advance to regional finals (WXOW)

• How Sweet It Is; UW-La Crosse moving on to First NCAA D3 Sweet 16 in program history (News 8000)

• Candy Land comes to life at La Crosse Public Library (News 8000)

• Restructuring deal could cause City Brewing Co. to change hands (News 8000)

• Local non-profit hosts bingo fundraiser for transportation support programs (News 8000)

• Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater La Crosse hosts groundbreaking for new addition (WEAU)

• Caledonia girls basketball survives Dover-Eyota to win Section 1AA Championship (KTTC News)

🌤 Weather

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🏡 In The Community: Women With Purpose

Pull up a chair, because Women With Purpose is about to make your lunch break a whole lot more inspiring (and delicious 🍴). This series of lunches celebrates powerhouse women in leadership from right here in our community—think movers, shakers, and magic-makers who are carving paths and breaking molds.

Each event is a chance to hear their stories, soak up their wisdom, and ask a few questions of your own. Whether you're looking for a dose of motivation, a spark of connection, or just a great meal with great company, this is the table you’ll want to be at.

You're Invited to join Women with Purpose for an inspiring evening on Thursday, March 20th, at the La Crosse Country Club!

🌟 Kick off the night at 5:30 p.m. with a lively social hour featuring live music by Tom Conrad Rocks. 🍽️ Enjoy a delicious dinner while connecting with friends and 🎤 Be inspired by our guest speaker, Pam Chaney, Owner/Operator of Chick-fil-A Onalaska, as she shares "Your Passion, Your Purpose, and You." 🤝 Learn about our Purposeful Partner, Kicking Bear, and the incredible work they’re doing in our community.

This is an evening you won’t want to miss! RSVP today at https://cr.wwpwi.org/lunch. Tickets at $30 (+cash bar available). Mark your calendar and join us for connection, encouragement, and purpose.

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Our Sponsors

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🍔 Community Night @ Milwaukee Burger Company // 6pm-9pm // [LINK]

🎙 Open Mic Night @ Dewey’s Side Street Saloon // 6pm // [LINK]

🪑 Chair Fitness @ La Crosse Public Library // 9:00am-9:30am // [LINK]

😀 Be Happy Sparta Grand Opening // 6:30am-4:00pm // [LINK]

🦎 Monday Mornings @ La Crosse Public Library // 10am-11am // [LINK]

🤿 Dive Unit K9 Fundraiser @ Crooked Pint // March 17, 4pm-9pm // [LINK] - Funds raised will go toward sending the K9 teams to training, seminars and purchasing equipment.

❤️ Listening in These Times of Ours @ FSC (Zoom) // 6:00pm-7:30pm // [LINK] - Many are weary and worried in the midst of this deep divide in our country. Join us for a listening session to express your thoughts and feelings as we gather to hear one another's perspectives. We will be invited to look for signs of hope, courage and healing, and also what sustains us in these times of ours.

☘️ Irishfest St. Patrick’s Day Parade // Saturday, 12pm // [LINK]

🍄 La Crosse Science Cafe @ JavaVino // Friday, 6pm // [LINK] - Make your plans now to learn come learn about the fascinating and strange fungal kingdom!

📖 Adult Story Time: Beyond the Shire @ Turtle Stack Brewery // Tuesday, 6:30pm-8:00pm // [LINK] - This month's theme is Beyond the Shire, focusing on fantasy stories! Beer and beverages are available for purchase.

🤸‍♀️ Pre-School Open Gym @ Performance Elite Gymnastics // 11am-12pm // [LINK]

🏊‍♀️ Pre-School Swim Club @ Houser YMCA // 9:00am-9:45am // [LINK]

✂️ Make & Play Mondays @ La Crosse Public Library // 4pm-5pm // [LINK]

📕 Baby Bop Story Time @ Onalaska Public Library // 12:00pm-12:30pm // [LINK]

🎶 Music & Motion @ Wild Child Indoor Playground // 4pm-5pm // [LINK]

📗 Tales for Twos Story Time @ Onalaska Public Library // 10:00am-10:20am // [LINK]

🎥 Free Movies @ Holmen Public Library // 2:15pm-4:15pm // [LINK]

📘 Library Learners Story Time @ Onalaska Public Library // 6:30pm-6:55pm // [LINK]

🏀 Local Sports Scores

Friday 3/7

Central Boys Basketball vs. Menasha // W 69-52

West Salem Boys Basketball vs. Fox Valley // W 77-51

Holmen Boys Basketball vs. Kimberly // L 60-80

Aquinas Boys Basketball vs. Bangor // W 87-45

Luther Boys Basketball @ Durand // W 66-61

Onalaska Boys Basketball vs. Tomah // W 87-60

Saturday 3/8

Onalaska Boys Basketball @ Mosinee // W 80-67

Luther Boys Basketball @ Regis // W 70-67

West Salem Boys Basketball @ Central // W 66-58

Aquinas Boys Basketball @ Fall Creek // W 60-51

West Salem Girls Basketball vs. Edgewood // L 42-67

Aquinas Girls Basketball @ Cuba City // L 43-47

🎶 Live Music

Tuesday 3/11

9:00pm // Popcorn Tavern // Open Mic

Wednesday 3/12

5:00pm // Grounded Patio Cafe // R2 Acoustic

7:30pm // Lowe Center for the Arts, Annett Recital Hall // UWL Concert Choir & Treble Chorus, Spring Concert

Thursday 3/13

7:30pm // Lowe Center for the Arts, Annett Recital Hall // UWL Symphonic Band: Let There Be Light

Friday 3/14

5:00pm // Grounded Patio Cafe // Errk Grrk

Saturday 3/15

5:00pm // The Hatchery // Winnie & Q

Tomorrow on Good Morning, Coulee:

☘️ Need St. Paddy’s Day plans?

📸 Featured image from a local photographer

🏛 Updates from La Crosse County

See you in the morning! ☀️

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