I’ve always considered myself a jack of all trades, never afraid to dive into any repair or project even if it’s something I’ve never done before.
- Dr. Frank Bures For River Valley Media Group
There has been a recent “explosion” of reports of people having explosive diarrhea in many parts of the country. This is likely being caused by an intestinal parasite called cyclospora (SI-klo-spor-ah). It is not causing deaths, but it sure is causing some gut-busting experiences. The follow…
- Dr. Frank Bures
The Healthful Hints column is written by Dr. Frank Bures, a semi-retired dermatologist. Since 1978 he has worked Winona, La Crosse, Viroqua and Red Wing.
- Chris Hardie For River Valley Media Group
Let’s just get this right out there – whatever I did to whomever years ago that made you angry enough to place a curse on my power equipment – I am sorry.
- Gavin Michaelson | River Valley Media Group
The River Valley Region is home to numerous neighborhood bakeries where residents find their favorite fresh-baked breads, doughnuts and other pastries.
- Dr. Frank Bures For River Valley Media Group
A person we know had extensive abdominal surgery last year for cancer. All has gone well.
The River Valley region offers a plethora of coffeehouses that cater to every need, from a cozy spot to work to a hub for local events. Here are 12 coffee shops to check out.
Touring the River Valley places a focus on state parks in the Winona, La Crosse and Chippewa Falls areas. Enjoy this collection of stories, photos and videos.
One of the worst problems any individual can face is a reason to attempt a self-destructive act. Motives for such incidents vary from real intent to making a gesture to other individuals or a non-verbal communication about a deep and painful feeling.
These 12 restaurants offer a Friday fish fry that’s more than just a meal in the River Valley Region
The Wisconsin fish fry has a long-standing tradition across the state, originating from the Catholic practice of abstaining from eating animal meat on Fridays during Lent. Here are 12 restaurants in the River Valley Region where you can enjoy a fish fry.
- Heather Drievold Coulee Region Humane Society
Summer has a way of opening the door, literally. Longer days, greener yards, more time outside. For pets, it’s a welcome shift.
- Home and Community Options
Home and Community Options believes that every person deserves the opportunity to be heard, valued and included in their community. For many of the individuals supported by HCO, self-advocacy has become one of the most meaningful ways they share their experiences, build confidence and help o…
- Dr. Frank Bures For River Valley Media Group
Cysts in skin are desperately common. A cyst, whatever its tissue of origin, is a true growth. It is hollow sac that emerges for reasons we cannot fathom. It fills up with the material that its tissue characteristically produces, whether skin, lung, kidney, liver, etc.
- Chris Hardie For River Valley Media Group
Fifty years ago a new word entered my vocabulary as our nation celebrated our bicentennial, the 200th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776.
- Gavin Michaelson | River Valley Media Group
With summer in full swing, River Valley residents are spoiled with beaches across the region. Here are 10 beaches to visit for a day of swimming and sunbathing.
- Dr. Frank Bures For River Valley Media Group
A current news story that is evolving has quite clearly demonstrated and validated the value of vaccines for individuals and the community in contact with them.
- Chris Hardie For River Valley Media Group
Starting our new garden area last year was a lot of work but we are finally experiencing the fruits of our labor.
- Rachel Mergen | River Valley Media Group
A Lewiston man was arrested Sunday after police say he damaged 17 solar panels owned by Lewiston-Altura Public Schools.
- Tom Kertscher Wisconsin Watch
Developers pitched a 500-acre project for rural Grant County but, as opposition mounted, they ‘ghosted’ the county’s point person. The potential deal appears to be dead.A $2 billion proposal, then silence: How a Driftless Area data center deal fell apart is a post from Wisconsin Watch, a non…
- Family & Children's Center
Summer break offers valuable opportunities for students to reset - reducing chronic stress, rebuilding emotional resilience, and boosting mood through increased physical activity and sunlight. However, the loss of school structure can also bring challenges, including anxiety, loneliness, bor…
- Saskia Hatvany | River Valley Media Group
Discover the story of the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration, their traditions, and how they adapt to changing times in a modern world.
- Heather Drievold Coulee Region Humane Society
It doesn’t take long for summer travel plans to turn into departure day. One day you’re thinking about it, the next you’re packing the car. If your plans include bringing your pet along, now is the right time to prepare, not the night before you leave.