La Crescent Hokah 60 year class reunion celebrates community

Local program helps breast cancer patients and families

Steppin' Out in Pink is a signature breast cancer fundraising walk.  The annual event supports breast cancer patients, families and local research.  The event was founded more than 20 years ago.  Olivia Moths spoke on La Crosse Talk about the event and its importance. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

La Crescent Hokah 60 year class reunion celebrates community

In honor of 60 years of La Crescent-Hokah high school a group of alumni is planning an all school reunion for Saturday July 18, 2026.  Free registration for all alumni and guests is open at EventBrite.com.  You can also find more information at lancerallschoolreunion@gamilail.com [lancerallschoolreunion@gamilail.com]. One of the organizers Leanne Poellinger joined LaCrosseTalk Host Sean Dwyer to discuss the unique program. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

What do you know about Kratom?

Kratom is a plant based product cold in smoke shops in Minnesota.  You can buy Kratom at some convenience and gas stations.  Kratom is drawing increasing attention from health officials researchers and consumers.  It is becoming more popular but is illegal in Wisconsin. Doctor Ian Latham specializes in Addiction Medicine at Emplify by Gundersen.  He spoke about health concerns with Kratom with LaCrosseTalk host Sean Dwyer.   See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Rotarian Exchange student shares his journey to the Coulee Region & USA

Pedro Merino and Julia Behrenbeck discuss Rotary International student exchange program and benefits.  Listen to this fun interview as Pedro from Argentina shares his story and Ms. Behrenbeck encourages listeners to learn about and participate in the program.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

9-11 Dispatcher leader talks past, current and responding to future emergencies

Hopefully you don't have to call 9-11, but when you do Director of Public Safety and Communication director Kent Stein works to make sure your emergency is handled effectively. Listen to his discussion with Sean Dwyer on LaCrosseTalk W-I-Z-M. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.