Thursday, June 25

Edition #391

GOOD MORNING, COULEE

Thanks for joining me this morning. In today’s newsletter…

🏈 A look back at a little local history—from a time before football helmets

🐴 Looking for plans for this weekend? One of our sponsors, Hidden Hills Pet Farm, has something for everyone »

☕️ Beer by Bike Brigade, one of the most incredible positive forces for good in our community, is handing out free coffee today. They’re good neighbors to have »

🌱 Kane St. Community Garden is hosting a hands-on Kids Workshop focused on teaching them how certain plants work together to share nutrients and help each other survive. And that sounds pretty good to me »

📆 Did you know? Good Morning, Coulee has the most up-to-date, highly active events calendar in the Coulee Region? If you haven’t checked it out yet, do it now! »

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THOUGHT

“Imagine what our real neighborhoods would be like if each of us offered, as a matter of course, just one kind word to another person. There have been so many stories about the lack of real community, and they are tragic. It doesn't have to be that way.”

Fred Rogers

(GOOD) NEWS

  • Wisconsin natural areas program marks 75 years // News 8 Now »

  • Tomah mother celebrates her experience in a military family by writing children's book // WXOW »

  • UW’s Dr. Carson on 18 years of mapping the Driftless, ahead of Sparta visit // WIZM »

WEATHER

🌅 Sunrise: 5:23am · 🌇 Sunset: 8:51pm · 🌙 Waxing Gibbous (86.9%)

THURSDAY // ⛅ Partly Cloudy
High 78°, Low 56° · Cool start, comfortable finish — a great mid-week breather

FRIDAY // 🌥️ Mostly Cloudy
High 80°, Low 58° · Overcast but mild — good day to get things done

SATURDAY // ⛅ Partly Cloudy
High 82°, Low 67° · Warm and mostly pleasant — enjoy it before the heat builds

SUNDAY // ⛈️ AM Thunderstorms
High 87°, Low 76° · Storms early, then it clears — plan outdoor time for the afternoon

MONDAY // ⛅ Partly Cloudy
High 94°, Low 75° · Peak heat of the stretch — drink water, find some shade

TUESDAY // ⛈️ AM Thunderstorms
High 92°, Low 72° · Another stormy morning with heat lingering into the afternoon

WEDNESDAY // ⛈️ Isolated Thunderstorms
High 91°, Low 70° · Storm chances continue as July gets underway

⚠️ Heads Up: A stretch of 90°+ heat runs Monday through Wednesday with storm chances each morning — stay hydrated and check forecasts before early outdoor plans.

HAPPENINGS

🧘 Inner Anchor Yoga for Recovery | Living Simply Well Thu, Jun 25 · 6:00–7:00PM · A gentle, recovery-centered yoga class designed to support healing and resilience through predictable sequencing, conscious breathing, and accessible movement. Learn More →

La Crosse Loggers vs Minnesota Mud Puppies | Copeland Park Thu, Jun 25 · 6:35–9:35PM · Northwoods League baseball at Copeland Park. La Crosse Loggers home game vs Minnesota Mud Puppies. Learn More →

🐍 Reptiles around the World w/ Snake Discovery, LLC | Trempealeau Library Thu, Jun 25 · 2:00PM · Join us for learning & fun with REAL reptiles! Learn More →

🎸 Dave Orr's Blues Night | Popcorn Tavern Thu, Jun 25 · 8:00PM · Dave Orr leads a blues experience with gritty blues, vintage tone, and effortlessly smooth guitar work. Expect an in-the-moment session where nothing is off-limits and everything is felt! Learn More →

🥾 Bird & Bug Brigade Nature Hike with Author & iNaturalist Teresa Veraguth | La Crescent Community Building Thu, Jun 25 · 4:00PM · Join author and iNaturalist Teresa Veraguth for a nature hike to learn about birds, bugs, and local wildlife. Kids and grown-ups alike can enjoy this educational adventure. Learn More →

🛍️ Farmers Market at HCCC | HCCC Fri, Jun 26 · 3:30–7:00PM · Discover fresh produce and local crafts at the HCCC Farmers Market, a perfect family outing. Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere and support local vendors. Learn More →

🎵 Creekside 2026 Concert Series | Beaver Creek Love Lock Bridge Fri, Jun 26 · 6:00PM · The Creekside 2026 Concert Series kicks off on June 26th and will feature concerts every other week through August 21st. The event starts with food at 5:00 PM and music at 6:00 PM. Learn More →

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HISTORY

ℹ️ The State Normal School-La Crosse football team in 1916, La Crosse, WI. Dr. Sputh can be seen in the back row on the left.

COULEE CALLS IT

LIVE MUSIC

Thursday, June 25

3:30 PM // 1905 Tap & Brew // Live Music: Jay Hoffman | New Album Night | 1905 Tap & Brew // FREE

5:30 PM // Sweet Beats Jazz & Dessert Lounge // Lexie Lakmann // FREE

6:00 PM // Moxie's // Quenten Brown LIVE // FREE

6:00 PM // Trempealeau Hotel, Restaurant and Saloon // The Flyin' A's @ Trempealeau Hotel // FREE

7:00 PM // Villa St. Joseph Land // Sound Immersion at Sunset // FREE

8:00 PM // Popcorn Tavern // Dave Orr's Blues Night // FREE

Friday, June 26

2:00 PM // Elmaro Vineyard // Music by Doug Mahlum // FREE

5:00 PM // Big Al's Pizza // Tom Conrad — Music on the Patio at Big Al's // FREE

5:30 PM // Sweet Beats Jazz & Dessert Lounge // Greg Balfany Trio // FREE

5:30 PM // The Stone Barn // Allison Sky at The Stone Barn // FREE

6:00 PM // Fox Hollow Golf Course // Fool Hardy // FREE

6:00 PM // Lawrence Lake Marina // Remix LIVE // FREE

6:30 PM // Fox Hollow Golf Course // Foolhardy Band // FREE

6:30 PM // Time Travelers 5pc band // Moose Club Music - Time Travelers // FREE

7:00 PM // Hilltop Bar & Grill // Wire City Ramblers // FREE

7:00 PM // Adams St Pub // DIVE BAR KARAOKE! // FREE

7:00 PM // Trempealeau Hotel, Restaurant and Saloon // The Mascot Theory Duo at The Trempealeau Hotel // FREE

7:00 PM // Alpine Inn // Elvis Impersonator Tony Rocker LIVE // $5

8:00 PM // Robins Nest // The UnLucky 7s // FREE

8:00 PM // Whiskey River Bar and Grill // Payton Eilers @ Whiskey River // FREE

Saturday, June 27

1:00 PM // Onalaska American Legion Post 336 // The Pinski Brothers at Onalaska American Legion // FREE

2:00 PM // Elmaro Vineyard // Music by Prank Williams // FREE

3:00 PM // Reads Landing Brewing Company // Allison Sky at Reads Landing Brewing Company // FREE

4:00 PM // The Red Pines // Andy Hughes Live at Red Pines // FREE

5:30 PM // Sweet Beats Jazz & Dessert Lounge // H30 - Instrumental // FREE

6:00 PM // Peter's Biergarten // Mike Munson // FREE

6:00 PM // Two Fathoms Brewing // Fayme Rochelle Trio // FREE

6:00 PM // Big Al's Pizza // Uncle Brew & Pirate Charly 5 till 8 // FREE

7:00 PM // Angry's Way Out // Don Harvey Duo // FREE

7:00 PM // Moxie's // Down East // FREE

7:00 PM // Cat Daddy's Bar & Grill // Spare Parts Project // FREE

7:00 PM // Elsies Bar & Grill // Ann Christoffer and Friends // FREE

7:00 PM // Hei N Löw Bar & Patio // Greg Gall at Hei N Low Tap // FREE

8:00 PM // Popcorn Tavern // ALBORN with Dead Amsterdam & Static Affliction // $10

8:00 PM // HD Tavern // Quenten Brown LIVE // FREE

8:00 PM // Alpine Inn // Self-Titled Trio Live at The Alpine Inn // FREE

9:30 PM // No Name Bar // Afflatus + Joe Pie Weed // $7

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