GOOD MORNING, COULEE

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

🍎 AppleFest is here. Got questions? I’ve got you covered. Here’s everything you need to know about AppleFest in La Crescent »

🧘‍♀️ Get your zen going with Living Simply Well’s 8 Limbs of Yoga Philosophy class this weekend »

🕰️ A little local history to look back on from the archives of the Murphy Digital Collection.

🎨 Petite Picassos is today—in case you are looking for a place to bring the kids this morning »

😂 Charlie Berens is in Rochester this weekend. Ope, here’s the link »

There’s nowhere else I’d rather be than right here—and I mean it.

Let’s go. 👇

THOUGHT

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“The clearest way into the Universe is through a forest wilderness.”

John Muir

THE GOOD WORD

📖 Alacrity (noun) — uh-LACK-rih-tee
❤️ Cheerful eagerness and brisk, willing readiness.
💡 Why it's good: The alacrity neighbors show when someone needs a hand is the heart of this town.

MUSIC

Lying to Myself - bennytheghost

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(GOOD) NEWS

Vikings remain perfect in conference play with shutout win over Timberwolves // News 8 Now »
Oktoberfest La Crosse parade marshals are named // WIZM »
Maid-Rite fundraiser a big hit at Harry J. Olson Senior Center // WIZM »
Vernon County Fair opens for 169th year with hundreds of exhibits, new inclusive events // WXOW »

WEATHER

🌅 Sunrise: 6:46am · 🌇 Sunset: 7:11pm · 🌙 Waxing Crescent (42%)

👗 What to Wear: A light jacket over short sleeves — scattered showers taper off right around sunrise, so toss an umbrella in the bag for the early commute and you're set the rest of the day.

THURSDAY // ☁️ Cloudy
High 72°, Low 59° · Gray from start to finish, though the clouds finally break for a mild evening.

FRIDAY // 🌧️ Rain — High 64°, Low 61°
SATURDAY // ⛈️ Thundershowers — High 69°, Low 57°
SUNDAY // 🌦️ PM Showers — High 65°, Low 55°
MONDAY // 🌧️ Showers — High 61°, Low 54°
TUESDAY // 🌦️ AM Showers — High 64°, Low 51°
WEDNESDAY // ⛅ Partly Cloudy — High 68°, Low 52°

HAPPENINGS

📚 Adulting 101: College Admissions | Main Library, Main Level Auditorium (Auditorium A) Thu, Sep 17 · 5:30–7:00PM · Join admissions representatives for a presentation and Q&A about college applications, deadlines, and financial aid. Light refreshments will be served. Learn More →

🤝 La Crosse Community Job Fair | La Crosse Library Thu, Sep 17 · 11:00AM–2:00PM · La Crosse Community Job Fair: Connect with local employers, explore opportunities, and land your next great job! Discover Learn More →

⚖️ Constitution Day: "Protecting the Rule of Law, Judicial Independence, and Civility" with Deanell Reece Tacha and Beverly B. Martin | Viterbo Fine Arts Center Lobby Thu, Sep 17 · 7:00PM · Hear two distinguished Learn More →

🎨 Third Thursday | Minnesota Marine Art Museum Thu, Sep 17 · 5:00–8:00PM · Join the Minnesota Marine Art Museum for Third Thursdays, featuring extended gallery hours, a program highlight, and "Happier Hour" at Waterbar Cafe & Provisions. Learn More →

🎨 Makerspace | La Crescent Public Library Thu, Sep 17 · 3:00–5:00PM · Come create, build, and explore at the library Makerspace! This event offers STEAM activities for all ages, including arts & crafts, blocks & Legos, marble mazes, gears, and electricity & magnetism kits. Learn More →

🎸 The UnLucky 7s | Alpine Inn Fri, Sep 18 · 8:00PM · The UnLucky 7s will be performing at Alpine Inn for an evening of great tunes. Learn More →

💃 Salsa in the Street 2026 | The ARC Fri, Sep 18 · 6:00–11:00PM · Join River City Dancers/Breitlow Ballroom, Peter's Biergarten, and others for Salsa in the Street, a free indoor dance party featuring a beginner Salsa lesson, live music from Salsa del Soul, and late-night Latin dancing with DJ Max. Beverages will be available for purchase. Learn More →

Hidden Hills Petting Farm — Open Day 🐐 | Hidden Hills Petting Farm Sat, Sep 19 · 10:00AM–6:00PM · Come on down to Hidden Hills! Pet, feed, and admire a large variety of farm animals — plus fun activities like the Barrel Train Ride, Towers & Chains, Sponge Wars, Magnetic Fishing Pond, Battle Course, Down Hill Trikes, Scavenger Hunts, and Little Critter Corner. Learn More →

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HISTORY

ℹ️ Photograph featuring a view of William Taylor competing in the long jump for Wisconsin State College-La Crosse at the State meet in La Crosse, WI, 1953.

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