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Hunger Action Month
Mayor Diaz proclaimed September 2026 as Hunger Action Month and encourages all residents to act by volunteering, donating, advocating, and raising awareness, to help end hunger in our community.
Max donors (so far) to Rep. Derrick Van Orden, Republican of western Wisconsin
The U.S. Ambassador to the Netherlands, a major Silicon Valley billionaire and many others have given Van Orden the maximum donation allowed in this election cycle.
Max donors (so far) to Rebecca Cooke, Democrat of western Wisconsin
A famous musician, the former CEO of the Green Bay Packers and members of the Soros, Pritzker and Walton families have all given the challenger the maximum allowed by federal law.
Suicide Prevention Month
Mayor Diaz recognizes suicide as a preventable national and statewide public health problem, and suicide prevention as a national and statewide responsibility, and designates September 1 - 30 as Suicide Prevention Month in Verona.
National Senior Center Month Proclamation
Mayor Diaz proclaims September as National Senior Center Month and calls upon all to recognize the special contributions of the senior center participants and the special efforts of the staff and volunteers who work every day to enhance the well-being
Development in Verona
The City of Verona has updated the proposed and approved development projects on the City's website.
Come From Away
The Fireside is proud to bring the exhilarating Tony Award-winning musical that was born out of the tragedy of September 11, 2001. In the remarkable true story of Come From Away, what started as an average morning in the small town of Gander, Newfoundland
National Geographic Live: Quest for the Boiling River
As part of Overture Presents, this is your opportunity to meet National Geographic explorers as they share behind-the-scenes stories and stunning visuals that ignite curiosity and spark real-world impact.
LaCrosse
We begin our day's adventure with a stop at the Hixon House in LaCrosse for a docent-led tour through this piece of LaCrosse history. The Hixon House was built in 1858 by pioneer Gideon Hixon, who went on to become a wealthy lumber baron in LaCrosse.
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Weekly Recap: Noteworthy Calls for Service 8/17 - 8/24
A DOC warrant, motor vehicle crashes, and absolute sobriety. Read about what VPD was up to this past week.