Wednesday, May 6
Edition #356

GOOD MORNING, COULEE
Thanks for joining me this morning. In today’s newsletter…
💰 Have fun and contribute to good causes at BBBB’s Bingo tonight at the Omni Center »
💼 Gather round. We’ve got the best and most interesting job opportunities from around the Coulee Region to share with you.
🌱 Loving Spring? You’re about to love it even more. The Central High School Plant Sale is upon us this Thursday »
🐱 Our pet of the week would like to challenge you to a game of yahtzee
It’s always great to start the morning with you. Let’s do this. 👇
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TODAY’S THOUGHT
“Real generosity toward the future lies in giving all to the present.”
SONG OF THE DAY
I Ain’t Worried - OneRepublic

TODAY’S (GOOD) NEWS
La Crosse celebrates Teacher appreciation week with thank a teacher day // WXOW »
Family and Children's Center opens new mental health facility in Caledonia // News 8 Now »
Trempealeau Elementary students get down and dirty for playground fundraiser // News 8 Now »
La Crosse foundation delivers breakfast to nearly 1,000 teachers for appreciation day // News 8 Now »
Hy-Vee Veterans Support: Free coffee weekly throughout May, free breakfast May 20 // News 8 Now »
WEATHER REPORT
🌅 Sunrise: 5:49am · 🌇 Sunset: 8:14pm · 🌙 Waning Gibbous (81.2%)
WEDNESDAY // 🌥️ Partly Cloudy · High 53°, Low 37° · Clouds build by afternoon
THURSDAY // 🌥️ Mostly Cloudy · High 63°, Low 40° · Gray but mild
FRIDAY // 🌥️ Cloudy · High 71°, Low 48° · Warm under the clouds
SATURDAY // 🌤️ Partly Cloudy · High 71°, Low 42° · Warm and pleasant
SUNDAY // 🌤️ Partly Cloudy · High 62°, Low 38° · Cool-down arrives — layer up
MONDAY // 🌤️ Partly Cloudy · High 65°, Low 45° · Mild rebound to start the week
TUESDAY // 🌤️ AM Clouds/PM Sun · High 71°, Low 51° · Warming back up nicely
⚠️ Heads Up: Friday and Saturday both hit 71° — great stretch to get outside. Sunday drops back to 62°, so enjoy the warmth while it lasts.
HAPPENINGS
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🎨 Featured Event Sip & Paint: Oval Cut FloralsPresented by All Glazed Up 📅 Saturday, May 9, 2026 📍 All Glazed Up — 313 Pearl St, La Crosse 🎟️ $30 A perfect Mother's Day gift idea — treat her to a night of painting and good vibes, or snag the finished piece for home decor. All skill levels welcome! View Event Details → |
🎵 Lone Goat Rodeo [LIVE] at GPC - Ft. Jamie Sterling // Wed, May 6 // 5:00PM–8:00PM // Grounded Patio Cafe // Event Link ➡️
Enjoy an evening of Poetic Original Americana music with Lone Goat Rodeo featuring Jamie Sterling at Grounded Patio Cafe.
🎷 Jazz Night // Thu, May 7 // 7:30PM–11:30PM // Popcorn Tavern // Event Link ➡️
Loose grooves, smooth swings, and cozy jazz vibes all night long at Popcorn Tavern. Come sip, listen close, and let the music do its thing.
🃏 Cribbage Night // Thu, May 7 // 6:30PM // Trempealeau Hotel, Restaurant and Saloon // Event Link ➡️
Break away from playing online and have some fun with cribbage. Winners receive a $10 gift card and bragging rights. A tournament will be held on May 21st.
📚 Finding Your Third Place: Author Talk with Dr. Rick Kyte // Thu, May 7 // 11:30AM–1:00PM // Pump House Regional Arts Center // Event Link ➡️
Join Dr. Rick Kyte for an author talk and discussion on the importance of "third places" for building community and fostering connections. This event is part of La Crosse Housing Week and includes lunch.
❓ The Wired Rooster Trivia Night // Fri, May 8 // 6:00PM // The Wired Rooster // Event Link ➡️
Join The Wired Rooster for a night of trivia! Admission is free, form a team of up to 4 people.
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PET OF THE WEEK

🤝 Friends…meet Whiskey Gene (cool name)
COULEE CALLS IT
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
📋 Title: Farm to Table Manager
📍 Location: Sparta, WI (Coulee Connections, LLC)
💰 Pay: $45,000–$50,000 per year
⏰ Type: Full-time
📝 Summary: Coulee Connections is hiring a Farm to Table Manager to oversee all aspects of their sustainable farming operation — from crop production and animal husbandry to equipment maintenance and team leadership. You'll ensure fresh, quality ingredients move seamlessly from the fields to the table, with a focus on responsible stewardship and community engagement.
📋 Title: Landscape Foreman
📍 Location: Onalaska, WI (Ziegler's Landscape by Design)
💰 Pay: $80,000–$90,000 per year
⏰ Type: Full-time (local work only — no nights or weekends)
📝 Summary: Ziegler's Landscape by Design is looking for a skilled Landscape Foreman to lead crews and manage projects across landscaping, construction, and equipment operation. You'll read landscape plans, operate heavy equipment, and build everything from fences to gazebos. Benefits include 401K and paid holidays.
📋 Title: Retail Sales Associate
📍 Location: La Crosse, WI (Touch of Class)
💰 Pay: $16–$18 per hour
⏰ Type: Part-time / Full-time
📝 Summary: Touch of Class, a boutique on Main Street in La Crosse, is hiring a Sales Associate to deliver exceptional customer service, assist with product demos, manage merchandising, and handle POS transactions. Bilingual abilities are a plus. Benefits include employee discount, flexible schedule, and PTO.
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