Christina Lorey is an Edward R. Murrow Award-winning journalist and former UpNorthNews newsletter editor. She previously worked as a producer, reporter, and TV anchor for stations in Madison and Moline. When she’s not writing or asking questions, Christina volunteers with Girls on the Run, the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, and several mental health organizations.
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3 things you (probably) don’t know about Harley-Davidson
Start your engines – Harley-Davidson Homecoming is back! But before the bikes roll in, here are some things you likely don’t know about the Wisconsin-based brand.
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6 things you (probably) don’t know about Culver’s
40 years ago this month, George, Ruth, Craig, and Lea Culver opened their first family restaurant in Sauk City, Wisconsin. They called it: “Culver’s Frozen Custard and ButterBurgers.” The rest, as they say, is history! Today, there are more than 140 Culver’s locations in Wisconsin and more than 900 across America. But how well do…
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7 Wisconsin Ice Cream Shops You (Probably) Haven’t Been To (But Should)
Summer is the best time to enjoy Wisconsin’s famous dairy in the form of ice cream!
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8 important dates Wisconsin voters should know
The 2024 election is fast-approaching, and whether you’re a first-time voter or a seasoned vet, casting your ballot can still be confusing. There are two things you can do today to make sure your voice is heard this November!
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Off the Beaten Path: Your favorite restaurants in every part of Wisconsin
We asked our readers to share their #1 favorite Wisconsin restaurant and, boy, did they deliver! These are their 33 top picks, which span every part of the state and every kind of cuisine. Bon appétit!
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3 things you (probably) don’t know about Wisconsin’s Steve Stricker
The Edgerton native has earned a reputation as one of the nicest guys in golf. But there’s more to Stricker than just his smile & swing!
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One year on the Wienermobile: The life of a Wisconsin hotdogger
20,000+ miles. 16 states. 40+ cities. 12 months. Hotdogger Samantha Benish has been hard at work since graduating from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in the spring of 2023. Her office? The 27-foot-long Oscar Mayer Wienermobile!
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4 of the most iconic foods invented in Wisconsin
Since joining the US as the 30th state in 1848, America’s Dairyland has brought to the table a cuisine strongly influenced by its German and Scandinavian heritage. Here are four of our most iconic food creations.
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Four places it’s 100% okay to tip $0 in Wisconsin
Most people plan to tip at the usual suspects – restaurants, salons, ride-shares – but nowadays, it feels like customers are being prompted to tip just about everywhere – from convenience store counters to checkout kiosks at airports. Here’s the deal: You don’t have to tip everywhere. There are still a few scenarios where etiquette…
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Why are there so many dead deer on Wisconsin roads?
Seeing an alarming number of dead deer piled up on the side of the highway right now? You’re not alone.
