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Preventing pipes from freezing this winter December 22, 2020 9:59 PM Molly Ringberg It’s even more frustrating and expensive if they burst or break. Luckily, it’s something you can prevent with a few simple steps. One way to avoid this problem is by routinely running water inside your home. This will help keep pipes exposed to extended, cold temperatures in places like basements, cellars, or crawl spaces from freezing. If you’re planning to spend a few days away from home, it’s a good idea to keep your heat at 55 degrees or higher. And if you have pipes in cup...

Solar technology gives La Crosse students new learning opportunities December 21, 2020 11:17 PM Molly Ringberg LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) – It may have been cloudy on Monday, but students at the La Crosse School District embraced the power of the sun. Summit Environmental School on French Island received a portable solar energy panel and charger thanks to a donation from the organization Solar on La Crosse Schools. It will be used for things like outdoor lessons and field trips. One fifth grade teacher said she’s excited to show students how it works, especially for t...

Petition calls on La Crosse leaders to end homelessness by 2025 December 21, 2020 11:05 PM Molly Ringberg Updated: LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) – A petition is urging local elected officials and leaders to end homelessness by 2025. The petition states, in part, “We support a true ‘Housing First’ policy, which holds as its goal ending homelessness, rather than hiding and managing it. No one should have to earn their right to safe and dignified housing, they should be offered it unconditionally. Permanent, independent housing for all is an essential foundation for pe...

Memorial service honors lives of homeless, formerly homeless people who died in our community this year December 21, 2020 10:43 PM Molly Ringberg Updated: LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) – On Monday evening a memorial service honored the lives of homeless and formerly homeless people who died in our community this past year. For the annual La Crosse’s Homeless Person’s Memorial Day, community members gathered in-person and virtually at the Rotary Lights, where a memorial tree stands. During the ceremony, the names of those who have died were read and Mayor Tim Kabat off...

Free Christmas trees for frontline workers December 21, 2020 11:33 PM Molly Ringberg Updated: LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) – If you’re a frontline worker in need of a Christmas tree, you have a chance to get one for free! Vaaler’s Christmas Trees, located at the intersection of Copeland Avenue and Causeway Boulevard in La Crosse, is paying it forward to those putting their health on the line for others. “It’s been a tough year for a lot of people. I’m here to give my helping hand because I’m healthy and I’m able, and I want to pitch in and help,” said Chr...