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1-Minute Marketing Data
1-Minute Data of the Week: Marketing That WorkDISCLAIMER: Engage Greater La Crosse is providing this data knowing that it is provided by an email system that benefits from the results of this data. We do so to educate on...
Improving the Highway 53 Corridor: A Plan
Vision: “Put the Highway 53 Corridor and adjacent neighborhoods on the path to be an even greater place to live, work, and play for all people through balanced strategies." The Highway 53 Corridor Master Plan creates a 15-20 year plan to enhance La Crosse's...
DNR: More Water for French Island + Listening Session
DNR to French Island/Town of CampbellThe Wisconsin Dept.of Natural Resources (DNR) issued the following news release Thursday afternoon. Virtual Listening Session Sept. 9 To ensure access to safe drinking water, the...
What's In and Out of the La Crosse City Improvements Budget
What's In and What's Out of the City of La Crosse's Capital Improvement Budget -- impacting roads, trails, and quality of life projects.[dsm_dual_heading before_text="We reviewed the 300+ page document page so you can "...
Local businesses opening or moving in 2021 can get $10,000
There's a $10,000 check waiting for a local business going into that empty commercial space you drive past everyday may soon hold a startup company, a nonprofit, or an additional location. Plus, all businesses that moved...
Will You Thrive in 2022?
It's official, the latest recession only lasted from February-April of 2020, with the United States being the fastest country to rebound, according to the National Bureau of Economic Research. Unprecedented federal and...
Best Wishes Bob Good
Best WishesICONIC PHOTOGRAPHER OF ALL THINGS FUN IN GREATER LA CROSSEYou've seen his work -- eye-catching, electrifying photos that capture the zest of La Crosse's musical acts, businesses, memory-making events, and real...
LATEST NEWS
La Crosse Reduces Lane on Copeland Ave Bridge Over La Crosse Until Sept 24
ENDS SEPTEMBER 24Temporary Lane Reduction-Copeland Ave Bridge over the La Crosse River Aug 2-Sept 24, 2021 Post Date: 07/30/2021 Temporary Lane Reduction: Copeland Ave Bridge over the La Crosse River Beginning Monday,...
Riviera SalonSpa to Open on Northside of La Crosse
OPENING SOONKimberly & Jarod Byers Buy Building Kimberly & Jarrod Byer are purchasing the building at 1215 Caledonia Street, formerly held by Uptowne Cycle. She will be opening the Riviera SalonSpa. Jarrod owns and...
Wisconsin Jobs Climbing, Still Not Back Where They Were
This graph, pulled from the US Bureau of Labor for Wisconsin shows job growth. It doesn't show that the total employees aren't back to the level of February 2020.The latest report for Wisconsin from the US Bureau of Labor...
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North La Crosse Business Association Meeting October 6, 2021
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12:00 pm - 1:00 pmLeader Ethics: County Leadership During Politically Divided Times
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BUSINESS NEWS
PPP Application 2021 Preparation
The following is from PKC 3 LLC, an Onalaska-based accounting firm with credit to the AICPA (American Institute of Certified Public Accountants). Learn more about them:One More ResourceFrom Sheri Miller, Owner, PKC 3 LLC...
Marketing Your Business During COVID
Marketing During COVID As the world changed around us, so must our marketing. Where people are, what they are concerned about. When they engage. This means what we send, how long it is, and when we send it must as well. ...
Spotlight: Great Harvest During COVID
Great Harvest Bread CoMeet Jennifer Williamson, Owner of the La Crosse, WI Location
Community Spotlight: North La Crosse Church Sends Message of Support Local
Northside Community ChurchMeet Derek Mueller as he tells his church members why they should support local businesses.
Business Spotlight: Orange Thumb
Orange ThumbMeet Sarah Cox, owner of Orange Thumb in West Salem who shares space with co-female owner of a floral business called Stems. Cox carries products made by local companies in addition to her clothing selections.
Business Spotlight: Donna Elsen's Paper Love
Paper LoveMeet Donna Elsen, one of the scrapiest people around as she creates paper dolls and cards, sold inside the Orange Thumb in West Salem. She is one of several local vendors inside the store.
Government
What's In and Out of the La Crosse City Improvements Budget
What's In and What's Out of the City of La Crosse's Capital Improvement Budget -- impacting roads, trails, and quality of life projects.[dsm_dual_heading before_text="We reviewed the 300+ page document page so you can "...
La Crosse Reduces Lane on Copeland Ave Bridge Over La Crosse Until Sept 24
ENDS SEPTEMBER 24Temporary Lane Reduction-Copeland Ave Bridge over the La Crosse River Aug 2-Sept 24, 2021 Post Date: 07/30/2021 Temporary Lane Reduction: Copeland Ave Bridge over the La Crosse River Beginning Monday,...
Road Construction Schedule
La Crosse County Road Projects By Project Year 2021 US 14/South Ave. (Green Bay St. to Ward Ave.), City of La Crosse I-90 Bridges Rehabilitation - Includes bridges over the Black River, the Bainbridge I-90 Overpass, and over the Mississippi...
17 Things You Didn't Know Were In the La Crosse City Capital Improvement Plan that Impact You
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La Crosse Street Construction
La Crosse Street ReconstructionLa Crosse Street is going to be rebuilt in Spring of 2022. Same width, but improving safety. See what’s planned. Comment quickly.
IRS Publishes Business Interest Deduction Changes
A heads-up that the IRS is changing limitations on the business interest expense expense deduction. The change is part of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act enacted in December 2017 and the first COVID Act enacted in March 2020....
COMMUNITY
How to Volunteer / Help Ft McCoy Afghanistan Refugees
ENGAGENEWS OUT OF THE FORTBackground from Ft McCoy The Department of Defense recently approved a request for assistance from the Department of State to provide temporary housing, sustainment, and support inside the United...
Coulee Region Mom's
Very Active Facebook Group A safe space for all Coulee Region moms to connect, meet, share advice and wisdom, chat, learn, and get support.
Spotlight: Delania Heller Everybody Needs a Helping Hand
Thanksgiving MealsMeet Your Neighbor Delania Heller & Everyone Needs a Helping Hand
Community Spotlight: North La Crosse Church Sends Message of Support Local
Northside Community ChurchMeet Derek Mueller as he tells his church members why they should support local businesses.
Nonprofits Hurting Due to Local Businesses Hurting
Impact of Businesses Hurting on NonprofitsHear from local business owners and Jake Erickson at the Boys & Girls Club how it's important to keep supporting locally-owned businesses during the COVID pandemic.
Businesses Launch Get On Living Safely in Greater La Crosse
Get on Living StrongerMore than 60 businesses contributed to this campaign led by the North La Crosse Business Association to remind people that they need to get on living safely to help our small, local businesses keep...
RESOURCES
Connect with La Crosse Neighborhood Associations
La Crosse is home to 11 neighborhood groups. While they represent a large portion of the city, there are still some unrepresented areas. An umbrella organization called the La Crosse Neighborhoods, Inc. (LCNI) allows them...
Coulee Region Business Owners/Key Deciders
Facebook Group This group unites people working *on* their business that is located in the Coulee Region. Join if you are the owner or control operations, sales/marketing, finance. This group recognizes the need to connect...
Coulee Region Mom's
Very Active Facebook Group A safe space for all Coulee Region moms to connect, meet, share advice and wisdom, chat, learn, and get support.
Holistic Moms Network: La Crosse, WI Area Chapter
Lunch, Learn, Connect
Holmen Network Group
Networking opportunity in Holmen, WI
