Theater group's performance proves the show must go on in Sparta
SPARTA, Wis (WKBT) - If you're still in need of some summer entertainment, the Sparta Area Theatre & Arts Guild might be able to help. The…
Scavenger hunt in Sparta is underway
SPARTA, Wis. (WKBT) - A special scavenger hunt is underway to get kids outside for a chance to win a prize. The Sparta Kiwanis Club is partnering with the Monroe…
Jimmie Allen, Chase Bryant show at Copeland Park & Event Center postponed
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) - The Copeland Park & Events Center announced the postponement of the Jimmie Allen and Chase Bryant show on September 24, 2020. After exploring all options, the decision was rendered to move this show to a…
Bikers on the road to raise awareness for Juvenile Diabetes research
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT)-- Area bikers are on the road to raise awareness and money for Juvenile Diabetes research. Hundreds of motorists drove off from…
Rotary Lights puts on dairy giveaway
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT)-- You usually see their work around Christmas time, but Rotary Lights helps people year-round. Rotary Lights led a giveaway of dairy products to the La Crosse…
Local cornhole competition more than just a game
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT)-- People are taking their love of cornhole to a new level with friendly competition for a big prize. The Badger State Games is hosting…
Regis Philbin, television personality and host, dies at 88
NEW YORK (AP) — Legendary television personality Regis Philbin has died at 88. The genial host shared his life with television viewers over morning coffee for decades and helped himself and some fans strike it rich with the game show…
Local seniors receiving safe sendoff in place of canceled graduation
A pair of 2020 graduating classes are celebrating their high school milestone.
Holmen Sunday Concerts, Movies Under the Stars canceled due to COVID-19
HOLMEN, Wis. (WKBT) - Holmen Park & Recreation Department today announced the cancellation of all Holmen Sunday Concerts in the Park and Movies Under the Stars due to the current public health status. The Youth Arts & Crafts program, scheduled…
La Crosse Symphony Orchestra to offer small performances this fall
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) - The La Crosse Symphony Orchestra will be performing for the 2020-2021 season! Viterbo Fine Arts Center will allow the symphony to perform three smaller chamber concerts this fall, with musicians performing socially distanced on stage.…
Fill The Boot donation ride to support summer camp
LA CROSSE, Wis (WKBT) - Bikers and firefighters are coming together to ride for a great cause The Fire and Iron Motorcycle Club Station 131 is hosting…
Area Musicians to benefit from Facebook LIVE Garage Shows
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) - A local podcast, videographers, and area musicians are teaming up to support local musicians during the COVID-19 pandemic. La Crosse Local, Dylan…
Grant Imahara, host of 'MythBusters' and 'White Rabbit Project,' has died
Grant Imahara, host of Discovery Channel's "MythBusters" and Netflix's "White Rabbit Project," has died, according to a statement from the Discovery Channel. He was 49 years old. The host was known in Hollywood for his work in electronics and animatronics.…
Country Fest releases 2021 lineup
CADOTT, Wis. (WKBT) - Country Fest, held in Cadott, Wisconsin, revealed its 2021 lineup. The three-day country music and camping festival, scheduled for June 24-26, will feature Thomas Rhett, Dierks Bentley and Kane Brown. Also performing throughout the weekend include…
Body found in search of lake for ‘Glee’ star Naya Rivera
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Authorities say a body has been found at a Southern California lake during the search for “Glee” star Naya Rivera. The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office says in a tweet that the body was found Monday morning…
Kelly Preston, actor and wife of John Travolta, dies at 57
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Actor Kelly Preston has died at age 57. John Travolta, Preston's husband of 28 years, confirmed late Sunday that his wife had died after a two-year battle with breast cancer. Preston enjoyed a lengthy career in…
