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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The Life of a Road ‘Dog’: Hop Aboard the Wienermobile with a Wisconsin Hotdogger
You have a better chance of getting into Harvard than becoming a Hotdogger. While the Ivy League University accepts 4% of applicants, Oscar Mayer accepts just 1%. Let that sink in. Every year, the meat company scouts 12 new “Hotdoggers” to drive its iconic Wienermobile cross-country as part of the brand’s most well-known marketing strategy.…
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‘Inclusive Playgrounds’ are Spreading Across Wisconsin
There’s only one path to enter to Kayla’s Playground in Milwaukee and it passes under this sign: “This play area is designed for ALL kids ages 5-12, and up!”
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5 Wisconsin Podcasts to Add to Your Playlist
There are roughly 3 million active podcasts you can listen to right now, most for free, through iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, YouTube, and more. The options can feel overwhelming, so we wanted to share a few of our favorite local podcasts.
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How Close is Close? The Most Nail-Biting Elections in US (& Wisconsin) History
Americans have often waited days, weeks, or even months to find out who their next president will be. It’s important to remember there is nothing in the Constitution or federal law that says the winner must be determined on Election Night. And for much of American history, that would have been entirely impossible. Wisconsin has…
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10 Wisconsin Small Towns and the Random Reason They’re World-Famous
Wisconsin is America’s Dairyland–the top cheese-producing state in the country. But many of our smallest towns hold special titles of their own, like Bear Creek, home of the World’s Largest Sauerkraut Plant, or Waunakee, “The Only Waunakee in the World.” Here are 10 Wisconsin towns and the random reason they’re world-famous: Bear Creek Home of…
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Wisconsin Named the #1 Program That Hasn’t Made the College Football Playoffs (Yet)
Since the College Football Playoff started in 2014, only three Big Ten schools (Michigan, Michigan State, and Ohio State) and 14 teams overall have made the cut.
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We Found Wisconsin’s Best Fish Fry. Our Readers Said, ‘Hold My Tartar Sauce.”
Earlier this year, we headed to Green Bay to try the fish fry many call “the best in the state.” But ever since we published that review, the emails have kept coming in from readers who were concerned we were missing out on other hidden gems.
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This Beloit Club Encourages Students to Cause a Little ‘Trouble’
At most schools, mischief lands you a seat in after-school detention. In Tony Capozziello’s classroom, it’s the center of his after-school club. The award-winning business teacher—who has nearly two decades of experience—is the founder of “Good Trouble Beloit,” a 501-c3 nonprofit organization that brings together students, teachers, and community members from diverse backgrounds who are interested in…
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It’s Not Too Late! A Guide to Fall Vaccines, What to Get, and When
It’s never fun to get stuck in your arm, but doctors say you should think of shots like seatbelts–it’s a good idea to use them because you’ll never know when they might just save your life. Here’s your guide to the three shots doctors at UW Health recommend everyone get this fall: Flu Shot What…
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The Big 18? 3 Things You May Not Know About the ‘New’ Big Ten
Starting Aug. 2, 2024, Oregon, UCLA, USC, and Washington will join Wisconsin and the 13 current Big Ten schools to unofficially become the Big 18. But–don’t worry–the conference still plans to keep its historic name. Here are three things you (probably) don’t know about the Big Ten conference: The University of Chicago is the only full…
