☀️🕰 Good Thursday Morning, Coulee

April 3, 2025

Author

Caleb Lombardo
April 03, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 12 minutes

Happy Thursday, my friends. Boy, do we have a busy day ahead.

Today on Good Morning, Coulee:

🕰 we’ll take you through a little bit of local history

🌟 GM Coulee highlights a deserving local small business

🗞 busy news day today!

Alright, my friends. Let’s get to it. 👇

Good vibes. 👇

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  • La Crosse Police Department celebrates the promotion of six officers during ceremony (News 8000)

  • Emplify Health to create first-of-its-kind behavioral health unit at La Crosse campus (News 8000)

  • Six semi-finalists announced in La Crescent-Hokah superintendent search (News 8000)

  • Coulee Region students crash WIZM studio to promote iFeed event Saturday (WIZM)

  • Holmen one of several area districts whose voters turned down referendum questions (WIZM)

  • La Crosse School Board sees incumbent, two newcomers win on Tuesday (WIZM)

  • New faces for La Crosse’s Common Council after election day (WIZM)

  • Shaundel Washington-Spivey wins, becomes La Crosse’s first black, openly-gay mayor (WIZM)

  • La Crosse County Historical Society sets up new exhibit for Hmong Heritage Month (WXOW)

  • Experience Frozen the Musical with unique puppetry from a La Crosse artist (WXOW)

Though the Kellogg House no longer stands, its legacy lives on through the story of its builder, Mark H. Kellogg—a trailblazing telegrapher and journalist whose life bridged the early days of La Crosse and one of the most infamous battles in American history. Kellogg arrived in La Crosse in 1851 and quickly became a vital voice in the growing river town, serving as the city’s first press telegrapher, a newspaper editor, and even a local fireman.

He left La Crosse to cover the western frontier, ultimately losing his life alongside Custer at the Battle of Little Big Horn in 1876. Known for his ability to "make the paper talk," Kellogg was a bold and curious storyteller—an early example of the on-the-scene reporting we rely on today. His former home was a symbol of both personal ambition and the evolving identity of La Crosse itself.

🤝 Help Me Get the Word Out!

🌼 Local Spotlight: Sunshine Floral
Tucked into the heart of La Crosse, Sunshine Floral has been brightening days and marking life’s moments with blooms for years. This family-owned and operated shop is known for more than just its vibrant arrangements—it’s the kind of place where customer service still comes with a smile and every detail matters.

With a focus on quality and care, the team at Sunshine Floral goes the extra mile to make sure each floral gift is just right—whether it's a grand bouquet or a single, meaningful stem. Their friendly, professional staff brings warmth and a personal touch to every order, making them a trusted go-to for celebrations, condolences, and everything in between.

For Sunshine Floral, flowers aren’t just a product—they’re a way to connect. And that’s exactly the kind of business that helps La Crosse bloom. 🌸

THURSDAY 4/3

7:00pm // the Root Note // Open Mic

7:15pm // John’s Bar // Hillbilly Trio Acoustic Master Jam

FRIDAY 4/4

5:00pm // Trempealeau Hotel // Kris & Lisa Risch (originals, oldies, folk rock) ($6 cover)

5:30pm // Hatchery Riverside // Sal N Dean

5:30pm // Boot Hill Pub // Quenten Brown (acoustic rhythm & roll)

6:00pm // Footjoy Farm // SLiD with Toaster Ghost

7:00pm // Caledonia High School Performing Arts Center // ROLL ON: Alabama Tribute ($35 tickets)

7:00pm // Onalaska American Legion // Down East (variety)

7:00pm // Cat Daddy’s // Andy Hughes (james taylor, stevie nicks tribute) ($20 tickets)

7:00pm // Westby Area Performing Arts Center // Dan Sebranek

7:30pm // Pump House // Mason Jennings ($35 tickets)

7:30pm // Bluff View House Concerts // Frank Critelli ($15 suggested donation)

8:00pm // Popcorn Tavern // Saltydog w/ Tom Freund ($10 cover)

8:00pm // Features West Salem // Spies of Good Report (acoustic)

9:30pm // No Name Bar (Winona) // Clay Fulton and the Lost Forty & Michael Gay (rock) ($8 cover)

SATURDAY 4/5

2:00pm // Elmaro Vineyard // Josie Legler (guitar, covers of modern tunes)

5:00pm // Popcorn Tavern // Hans Mayer & Hot Sauce ($10 cover)

6:00pm // Twin Bluffs Bar (Winona) // Hillbilly Fever

6:00pm // the Root Note // Driftless Hardcore Collective ($10 tickets)

6:00pm // Art House La Crosse // Sam Gauthier (storytelling and experimental sounds) ($5 cover)

7:00pm // Old Main Cultural Center (Galesville) // Patina ($10 tickets)

7:00pm // Trempealeau Hotel // Horace Greene (synth pop and psychedelia) (at will donation)

7:30pm // Viterbo Nola Starling Recital Hall // Out of Our Minds Chamber Music - SMOKE ON THE WATER

8:00pm // HD Tavern // Abbey Spencer

8:00pm // Genzie’s Gameday Pub // Spare Parts Project

8:00pm // Whiskey River Bar and Grill // The Dweebs

9:00pm // Rumors Bar and Grill (Mindoro) // Redline Outlaw Band (country rock crossover)

SUNDAY 4/6

1:00pm // Concordia Ballroom // Leon Olson Show ($10 at door)

2:00pm // Trempealeau Hotel // Payton Eilers

3:00pm // Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe // Passion Sunday Concert

5:00pm // Robin’s Nest // Charlie Rauls (country, pop, classic rock)

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Thanks for reading! ❤️

See you in the morning, neighbor! ☀️

-Caleb

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