I don’t know if Ole T. Westby was a fan of ski jumping, but the small city with a big Norwegian heritage named after him sure is. In February 1923, just three years after Westby incorporated as a city, its first ski jump competition caught some air. A novelty at the time, the event drew
Population (2010) 9,005 Introduction Holmen is another small town that has evolved into a bedroom community for La Crosse. Visitor Information You can pick up brochures at the Village Hall (421 S. Main St.) or library (see below). Arriving in Town
Population (2010) 51,320 Introduction I’m not the least bit objective about La Crosse, and I won’t pretend to be. I went to college at the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse and feel in love with the city and the region. It's the place where I learned how to live and
Population (2010) 287 Introduction De Soto is a small river town whose boundaries nevertheless stretch into two counties; river tourism is a major draw. Visitor Information Direct your questions to the De Soto Town Clerk during normal business hours (115 Houghton St.; 608.648.2756).
This winter has been dreary—cold, snowy, lots of time spent on marketing instead of writing—so I decided to get started on the next book to boost my spirits. I’m ready to get moving. I have ambitious plans for this year, with two books to market and plans to research and write two more. The third
Population (2010) 176 Introduction The self-described "Sportsmen’s Paradise" lives up to its billing, with fishing, hunting, and other outdoor activities in abundance nearby. Visitor Information The Ferryville Tourism Council (608.734.9077) is your best bet for information about town. History The settlement
