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About 30 protesters carrying signs and chanting “Respect women” gathered on Highway 35 across from Angelini’s restaurant in Onalaska on Saturday, objecting to a recent video by the restaurant’s owner which featured comments that have been criticized as sexist. A video featuring Tony Angelini and other men led to protests against his Onalaska restaurant The protest was organized during the past week, after a video was posted on YouTube featuring business owner Tony Angelini and three male staff members remarking that they would rather have men serving customers, instead of women doing the serving. Many comments have been made on social media since the video was made public. In the video, Angelini said he doesn’t care if people call him sexist, but he does care about making sure that “customers get great service.” Restaurant owner Tony Angelini stood with a group of women outside his business during Saturday’s demonstration Protest organizer Jennifer Schoults said that she was upset by Angelini’s hiring practices, and what she called his “degrading vulgar talk” which she said should “not go unchallenged.” Schoults also urges women who may have lost their jobs at the restaurant to file complaints with the state government. Picketers gathered across the road from the restaurant, which signs bearing messages such as “Respect And Dignity For All,” and “We won’t Stand Silent.” Outside of Angelini’s stood an “America 1776-2026” banner and campaigm signs supporting President Trump. About 30 picketers faced Angelini’s while standing on the east side of Highway 35 in Onalaska. During the demonstration, Angelini played music on a loudspeaker, including the national anthem, “YMCA,” and “God Bless the U.S.A.” The restaurant owner also frequently took to a microphone, criticizing the demonstrators, calling them “hillbillies” and “looneys” and telling them “you guys all lost.” At the end of the event, however, Angelini did politely thank them for coming. Local police were on hand to monitor the demonstration. Throughout the event, vehicles continued to drive on Highway 35 between the restaurant and the group of protesters. Many drivers honked their horns, and several gave thumbs up or other gestures to either the restaurant owner or the picketers. The post Onalaska restaurant… [TheTopNews] Read More.

The arts vibe was at Riverside Park on Saturday with the annual Artspire event.   More than 80 regional artists displayed their work, from woodworking, photography, jewelry, drawing, glasswork, and more. It was the largest group of artisans at Artspire since it began, according to the Pump House Regional Arts Center, who organized the event.  One of the more popular ones was the Aluminum Art Foundry Project where people could design their own artwork in a sand mold then have it cast in aluminum.   The park’s bandshell was a hub of activity with performances all day long including dance and several styles of music.   Allison Krzych, the executive director at Pump House Regional Art Center, said that the arts connect us in a way that breaks down barriers.   “We can do activities next to each other and learn something about someone new, unlearn something maybe that we needed to unlearn, and build communities. You come out on a day like today, and you say, ‘I had a great time. I met my neighbor.’ And then you do it again. And that creates healthy cities, healthy communities.”    Besides artists, more than 15 area non-profits had a booth in the park sharing the story of their work in the community.  The post Artspire displays the many talents of artists, musicians appeared first on WIZM 92.3FM 106.7FM 1410AM. [TheTopNews] Read More.

Bringing together patriotism and faith on Saturday afternoon at the La Crosse Center.  The Zeale for America 250 Rally brought Catholics from across the country to La Crosse to share and celebrate their beliefs and their country.   CatholicVote President and CEO Kelsey Reinhardt speaking at the Zeale for America 250 rally at the La Crosse Center on June 13, 2026. Several prominent Catholics spoke at the rally. They included Cardinal Raymond L. Burke, who once led the Diocese of La Crosse. The president and CEO of CatholicVote Kelsey Reinhardt, Daily Wire podcasters Michael Knowles and Isabel Brown, and the grandson of Vince Lombardi, Joe Lombardi, who is an assistant coach for the Baltimore Ravens, all spoke at the event.   Music was provided by country music artist Bradley Banning.   Cardinal Raymond Burke at the Zeale for America 250 rally at the La Crosse Center on June 13, 2026. One of the other speakers, Father Ambrose Criste, said the day has been encouraging and edifying for those who have watched and listened to those who spoke. He said he was encouraged by the message shared by Cardinal Burke to the crowd and those watching on the livestream.   For those who aren’t Catholic and didn’t see the rally, he shared this message.  “I would say that patriotism is a virtue. That our love for our country is part of what it means to be a human being.  And so, the more we can lean into our love for our country, the more we are living authentically as human beings. So, that’s irrespective of our religious belief. It’s just part of what it means to be a human being, is to have this affection and fondness for, and really a love for our homeland, the place of our birth, and the place that provides so much for us and our nation. So, we have a lot to be grateful for.”  Father Criste said there’s no better time to be alive in America, despite its current challenges. When asked if part of the message from the rally was looking for a better future, he agreed but said it can be easy to become nostalgic for the past.   “Some of which we may have lived, and some which we have not lived, but we fondly think back to, many, even 250 years ago. But in fact, every age and day had its challenges. And so, it’s really important for us to be hopeful for the… [TheTopNews] Read More.

A passenger in an SUV is killed early this morning in a two-vehicle crash in Trempealeau County. It happened just before 5 a.m. north of Centerville on Highway 93 near Fox Coulee Lane according to the Trempealeau County Sheriff’s Office. Ther investigation said it appeared a black SUV was headed south when it hit a deer. The SUV’s driver lost control of the vehicle and went into the northbound lane. It collided with an oncoming pickup truck. Both drivers were airlifted from the crash. The passenger was pronounced dead at the scene. Names of the people involved haven’t been released by the sheriff’s office. Highway 93 was closed for eight hours due to the crash. Traffic was detoured around that portion of the highway using side roads. The post 1 dead, 2 seriously injured in Trempealeau County crash appeared first on WIZM 92.3FM 106.7FM 1410AM. [TheTopNews] Read More.

The Kentucky Derby happened more than a month ago, but some unfinished business from race day is being celebrated now in La Crosse. Money raised at a Derby party held by the La Crosse Club has now been donated to the St. Clare Health Mission. A check for $6200 was presented at the La Crosse Club to St. Clare’s executive director Jason Larsen, who says the gift will help his organization prepare for the move to a new La Crosse clinic. “There haven’t been any upgrades to the clinic in over 30 years since we’ve been there,” says Larson. “So being in a new clinic facility with expanded clinic rooms, expanded technology, and offices for our growing staff, this is just gonna be an incredible addition for the patients we serve and for our community.” Plans for a new St. Clare clinic at 4th and Jackson were revealed months ago. Pete Schneider presented the check on behalf of the La Crosse Club on Friday. “We want to help out in any way that we can to support organizations in the community,” Schneider said. “We want to give back, ’cause the community has helped us out in many ways.” $6200 to the mission, from proceeds raised during a Kentucky Derby party hosted last month by the club. Pete Schneider made the presentation for the La Crosse Club on Friday: Each year, members choose a local charitable group that will receive the money raised during the Derby party. St. Clare plans to move from the Mayo neighborhood to its new clinic at 4th and Jackson in La Crosse by this fall. The post St. Clare Health Mission chosen for $6200 contribution from La Crosse Club Derby party appeared first on WIZM 92.3FM 106.7FM 1410AM. [TheTopNews] Read More.