Wednesday, June 3

Edition #376

GOOD MORNING, COULEE

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

☕️ Community + coffee. That’s what Moms Walk & Storytime afterward has to offer at Groovy Grounds Bistro in La Crescent this morning. Here’s the info »

😋 Fork & Fable hosts Dimensional Brewing Company for Seafood Burrito Night in their latest culinary adventure »

🛍 You’ll wanna bookmark this page. It’s got all the local farmers markets »

🍿 Celebrate the start of summer and let the kids stay up late tomorrow night at West Salem Village Park for a special showing of Lilo & Stitch. Aloha kakahiaka »

💼 If you’re looking for your next gig, check out our jobs section.

Alright, my friends. Let’s get going. 👇

THOUGHT

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(GOOD) NEWS

UW-La Crosse to host state track championships this weekend, expecting 20,000 visitors // News 8 Now »
Loggers erase early deficit to improve to 6-1 // News 8 Now »
Volunteers clean up Coon Valley park ahead of 2026 Father's Day outing // News 8 Now »
Ready for the moment; Caledonia prepares for first state tournament in program history // News 8 Now »
Sleepy Hollow Ford hosts 'Drive for Your Community' fundraiser // News 8 Now »
Menards to serve as drop site for local food pantries through June, July // WXOW »
$2,700 donated to Jack & Kathy Lucey foundation to give AI therapy dogs to people with Alzheimer's // WXOW »
Four young peregrine falcons receive tracking bands in La Crosse // WXOW »

WEATHER

🌅 Sunrise: 5:24am · 🌇 Sunset: 8:42pm · 🌙 Waning Gibbous (92.1%)

WEDNESDAY // 🌤️ Mostly Sunny · High 84°, Low 63° · Sunny with a few afternoon clouds — gorgeous

THURSDAY // 🌥️ Mostly Cloudy · High 82°, Low 65° · Warm but gray

FRIDAY // ⛈️ Thunderstorms · High 80°, Low 65° · 75% storm chance — plan around it

SATURDAY // 🌤️ Partly Cloudy · High 89°, Low 66° · Storms clear, hottest day of the week

SUNDAY // 🌤️ Partly Cloudy · High 87°, Low 67° · Still warm and pleasant

MONDAY // ⛈️ Isolated Thunderstorms · High 84°, Low 68° · Storms possible — stay aware

TUESDAY // ⛈️ Scattered Thunderstorms · High 86°, Low 68° · Another unsettled day

⚠️ Heads Up: Friday brings a 75% storm chance — the week's biggest rain day. Saturday rebounds beautifully to 89°, so shift any outdoor plans there if you can.

HAPPENINGS

🔬 Mad Science of Milwaukee | Onalaska Public Library Wed, Jun 3 · 6:30–7:15PM · Unearth the secrets of dinosaurs! Explore fossils, skulls, and epic science demos that bring ancient giants and their legendary stories to life. Learn More →

🎷 Paul Leithold Trio | Sweet Beats Jazz & Dessert Lounge Wed, Jun 3 · 5:30–8:30PM · Enjoy an evening of jazz standards with the Paul Leithold Trio featuring Paul Leithold, Eric Graham, and Dave Kies. Learn More →

🍺 BEER BY BIKE BRIGADE BINGO FOR THE MUSEUM | City of Onalaska Omni Center Wed, Jun 3 · 4:00PM · Join Beer By Bike Brigade for a night of Bingo at the Omni Center to support The Children's Museum of La Crosse. There will be a cash bar and a raffle. Learn More →

📅 Wednesday Moms Walk at Groovy Grounds | Groovy Grounds Bistro + Coffee Wed, Jun 3 · 9:00AM–12:00PM · Join other moms for a relaxed, self-guided walk, allowing you to move your body, connect with others, and enjoy coffee, breakfast, or a chat afterwards. Kids are welcome to join with strollers, bikes, or scooters. Learn More →

🎵 Moon Tunes: The La Crosse Confluence | Riverside Park Thu, Jun 4 · 5:30–8:00PM · Valley View Rotary's 15th Anniversary Moon Tunes kicks off with The La Crosse Confluence. Learn More →

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JOBS

📋 Title: Material Project Manager

📍 Location: La Crosse, WI (Trane Technologies)

💰 Pay: $75,700–$135,835 per year

⏰ Type: Full-time (On-site, 5 days)

📝 Summary: Trane Technologies is hiring a Material Project Manager to lead and improve material movement, storage, and logistics processes across their La Crosse facilities. You'll optimize warehouse operations, develop material handling systems, and support lean manufacturing principles at one of the region's largest employers.

🔗 Apply here

📋 Title: Network and Security Administrator

📍 Location: La Crosse, WI (Nesnah Ventures LLC)

💰 Pay: $80,000–$100,000 per year

⏰ Type: Full-time

📝 Summary: Nesnah Ventures, a family-owned private equity firm, is hiring a Network and Security Administrator to manage networks, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and IT systems across their portfolio of companies. Requires 4+ years in technology with experience in Microsoft Azure, Active Directory, and network security tools like Palo Alto Firewalls and Cisco/Meraki Switches.

🔗 Apply here

📋 Title: Sales / Sports Breaker

📍 Location: Winona, MN (Northland Breaks)

💰 Pay: $17.50–$26.66 per hour

⏰ Type: Part-time / Full-time

📝 Summary: Northland Breaks is hiring a Sports Breaker to host live sports card breaks on Whatnot, create engaging content, and grow their brand across digital platforms. You'll manage live streams using OBS, run targeted breaks, track analytics, and support e-commerce efforts. A fun opportunity for a sports enthusiast with live streaming and digital marketing experience.

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