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VIROQUA, Wis. (WEAU) - U.S. Department of Agriculture Under Secretary Glen Smith toured the American Hazelnut Company in Viroqua.

Community members are invited to share their perspectives on aging services and learn how state policies affect older adults and caregivers.

Supported by the city's Elevate Downtown Façade Improvement Grant Program, Winona-based MD Masonry is repairing the building's historic brownstone, terracotta, and limestone.

SPARTA, Wis. (WEAU) - Following the failure of a spring operating referendum, Sparta schools face a projected $7 million deficit over three years, forcing larger class sizes and fewer bus stops.

Officials say they hope the program will reduce reoffending and overdoses once inmates are released.

Hintgen Principal Amy Oliver emphasized that the retreat is a pivotal tool for fostering relationships and building a supportive school community.

WESTBY, Wis. (WEAU) - Westby Cooperative Creamery hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the installation of its new cottage cheese equipment.

A veteran firefighter is named the next chief of the Onalaska Fire Department.

LA CROSSE, Wis. (WEAU) - Emplify Health by Gundersen is expanding its medical education offerings with the addition of a new psychiatry residency program following accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME).

Festivities begin at 7:00 a.m. with a local vendor market, food trucks, and a Survivor Social, followed by the traditional Survivor Walk and ceremony at the Riverside Park Bandshell. The official 2.5-mile non-competitive walk through downtown La Crosse kicks off at 9:00 a.m.