Stories from the La Crosse Tribune
Getting snaps on both sides of the ball, Brad Tobin is the 'heartbeat' of the Eagles
After spending two seasons in the defensive backfield, Tobin added running back to his responsibilities. While still getting snaps on defense, Tobin excelled on offense. This story was awarded by the Wisconsin Newspaper Association.
Western Technical College grad volunteers to be on frontline of pandemic in NYC
Talman Wiles, a respiratory therapist, was one of thousands who volunteered to work on the frontlines in New York City early in the COVID-19 pandemic. This story was awarded
by the Wisconsin Newspaper Association.
Peregrine falcon population makes 'phenomenal' recovery in La Crosse region
DDT decimated the peregrine falcon population in the 1950s and 60s, but the birds have rebounded in the Coulee Region.
La Crosse Logan’s Zach Slevin has sights set on state title run
Slevin established himself as one of the Coulee Region’s top distance runners, and a track and field meet his junior year shot him into the upper echelon.
At age 58, La Crosse Logan grad posts win in first boxing match
Laura Lee Jones lost her first husband to amyloidosis. Her second husband left her, then her dad died. Jones wanted an outlet for her frustrations, so she turned to boxing.
Inside the year that changed La Crescent-Hokah coach Eriah Hayes’ life
After a number of injuries, including a fractured skull, former NHL player Eriah Hayes decided take the 2016-17 season off. That year set his life on a different path.
Stories from the Columbia Missourian
Battle volunteer coach Johnsen leads with his resiliency and football mind
Tucker Johnsen stopped breathing at 12 days old and was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at nine months old. That did little to stop him from achieving his dreams.
A program-changer from Day 1, Cunningham inspires teammates and her hometown
Sophie Cunningham showed leadership qualities as a 3-year-old. It’s no surprise that she left an impact on Missouri women’s basketball and Columbia, Missouri.
More than a backup plan: Brandon Lee’s pursuit of an MBA
Brandon Lee, a Missouri football linebacker, was taught by his family to be a source of strength to those around them. It’s a big reason why he pursued an MBA.
Stories from the Columbia Daily Tribune
