☀️🕰 Good Thursday Morning, Coulee

March 27, 2025

Author

Caleb Lombardo
March 27, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 13 minutes

Good morning. ☀️

The universe has brought us together for yet another morning. I’m grateful for that.

Today on Good Morning, Coulee:

🕰 some local history, courtesy of the amazing Murphy Digital Collection

🤝 we’ll hype up a local business—cause that’s what we’re all about, baby

😎 gettin’ pretty warm out….

Alright, buddies. Let’s get to it. 👇

Good vibes. 👇

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  • Tomah appoints new police chief (News 8000)

  • School District of Bangor announces new elementary principal (News 8000)

  • Turtle Stack Brewery hosts Pints for a Purpose event supporting ORA Trails (News 8000)

  • La Crosse Hy-Vee and Lions Club partner for free diabetes screenings (News 8000)

  • Celebrate Women's History Month with inspiring films in La Crosse (WXOW)

From the Murphy Digital Collection: Black and white image featuring two children sitting on a rock outcropping. Grandad Bluff is at the heart of Hixon Forest, which was bought in 1851 by Judge George Gale. The bluff and the surrounding area was sold again and used for large scale quarrying. The citizens of La Crosse were extremely upset about the bluff being used for quarrying, that Ellen Hixon bought the bluff and surrounding landscape in 1909 to prevent it from further destruction. In 1912, Grandad Bluff was donated to the city of La Crosse as a park. Hixon Forest currently is roughly 800 acres and 10 miles of trails.

🤝 Help Me Get the Word Out!

🪐 March Public Planetarium Program: “More Than Meets the Eye” @ Cowley Hall // Saturday, 1:00pm-2:15pm // [LINK]

🎥 March Cult Movie Night: Wayne’s World & UHF @ Rivoli // Saturday, 5pm // [LINK]

🤝 Mini Makers Market @ Omega Bakery // Saturday, 9:30am-1:30pm // [LINK]

✂️ Kids Craft - Coffee Filter Flowers @ Children’s Museum of La Crosse // Today, 11:30am-2:30pm // [LINK]

✍️ Local Author Talk with Melina Packer @ Pearl Street Books // Today, 6:30pm-7:30pm // [LINK]

🔵 Bingo Night @ Elmaro Vineyard // Friday, 7pm-9pm // [LINK]

Hey friends! Today, I want to shine a spotlight on something truly special: La Crosse American Jiu Jitsu! If you’re local to the La Crosse area, or just someone who loves to support businesses that make a real difference in their community, this small but mighty martial arts academy deserves your attention. Why? Because it’s so much more than just a place to learn self-defense—it’s a welcoming, empowering, and inclusive space that’s changing lives, one class at a time.

1. A Family-Oriented Martial Arts Academy At its core, La Crosse American Jiu Jitsu feels like home. This isn’t your typical martial arts school with a rigid, impersonal atmosphere. It’s a space where families come together, grow together, and learn together. It’s not uncommon to see parents and kids training side by side, cheering each other on, and celebrating each other’s progress.

2. Empowering Kids Against Bullying and Building Confidence We all know how tough childhood and adolescence can be, especially when it comes to facing challenges like bullying. That’s why La Crosse American Jiu Jitsu is on a mission to empower kids to stand tall, believe in themselves, and navigate life with courage and resilience. Through their carefully designed programs, kids don’t just learn martial arts techniques; they learn self-respect, discipline, and the importance of kindness.

3. Inclusive Classes for Everyone If you’ve ever felt intimidated by the thought of joining a martial arts class, La Crosse American Jiu Jitsu is here to change that. Their classes are designed to be inclusive and welcoming for everyone—women, men, children, seniors, and people of all fitness levels. Whether you’re looking to get active, learn self-defense, or just try something new, there’s a space for you on the mat.

In a world where we’re often so disconnected, places like La Crosse American Jiu Jitsu remind us of the power of community, kindness, and personal growth. They’re not just teaching martial arts—they’re helping build stronger, more confident individuals and families. Whether you want to empower your kids, try something new for yourself, or just support a business that’s making a positive impact, this academy is worth checking out.

THURSDAY 3/27

1:00pm // South Side Neighborhood Center // Music Cafe (ages 50+)

5:00pm // Starlite Lounge // John Paulson (jazz)

6:30pm // Schmidty’s Bar & Restaurant // Spies of Good Report

7:00pm // Mary Cody’s // Andy Hughes (variety, fusion)

9:00pm // Popcorn Tavern // Blues Night w/ Dave Orr & Friends

FRIDAY 3/28

5:00pm // Grounded Patio Cafe // Zeke Fitz

6:00pm // La Crosse Moose Lodge // Time Travelers (mix, jazz and classic rock)

6:00pm // Trempealeau Hotel // Lou Shields ($5 recommended)

7:00pm // Onalaska American Legion // Daddy’s Girls

7:00pm // Robin’s Nest // Andy Hughes (variety, fusion)

8:00pm // Popcorn Tavern // The Brothers Allmanac ($10 cover)

8:00pm // Our Corner Bar // The Luke and Cheech Show

9:30pm // No Name Bar (Winona) // Afflatus, Max & The Fellow Traveler and Simon Cropp ($7 cover)

SATURDAY 3/29

2:00pm-11:00pm // Popcorn Tavern // Rockin’ for Rebecca Charity Concert ($15 donation)

2:00pm // Elmaro Vineyard // Doug Mahlum

3:00pm // Trempealeau Hotel // Mike Munson ($6 cover)

7:00pm // Leo & Leona’s (Bangor) // Molly MaGuires (rock & roll) ($15 tickets)

7:00pm // Genzie’s Gameday Pub // Pulse 8

7:00pm // Saxon Hall (Brownsville) // Kevin Ryan (acoustic, guitar)

7:00pm // Stockyard Grill & Saloon // Bryce Thomaschefsky

7:30pm // Starlite Lounge // Larry Price (jazz)

8:00pm // Fox Hollow Golf Course // Boogie and the Yo-yoz ($15 tickets)

8:00pm // Dewey’s Side Street Saloon // Banter

8:00pm // Whiskey River Bar & Grill // Sunshine Drive

8:00pm // Robin’s Nest // Double Take

8:00pm // Nordic Lanes (Rushford) // Solo Acoustic

SUNDAY 3/30

1:00pm // Angry’s Way Out // Double J Express

1:00pm // Concordia Ballroom // Ray’s Jolly Chaps ($10 at door)

1:00pm // Elmaro Vineyard // Jaggedease (rock, blues, jazz)

2:00pm // Trempealeau Hotel // Gregg “Cheech” Hall

4:00pm // Two Fathoms Brewing (Winona) // Jake Allen

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Have a great day, my friends. ❤️

See you in the morning, neighbor! ☀️

-Caleb

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