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6 old buildings near La Crosse/Eau Claire and their backstories
Immerse yourself in more than a century of Wisconsin history at these historical sites.
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This Wisconsin non-profit throws parties for kids in need
A proper birthday party is an annual right of passage for most elementary school-age kids. Unfortunately, throwing one isn’t possible for many families. In Wisconsin, roughly 15% of kids live below the poverty line–enough to fill Lambeau Field twice. That’s where Box of Balloons comes in…
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Why Packers running back AJ Dillon wrote a children’s book
“I wanted to have a different moral of the story,” Dillon said. “In the children’s books that I’ve read over the years, the character tries new things and then everybody finds the one thing they’re good at and that’s the end of the story.”
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10 unusual things you can check out from Wisconsin’s public libraries
Check out everything from American Girl dolls and bird-watching kits to household tools and tech gadgets at your nearest Wisconsin public library!
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Milwaukee’s newest hotel is already winning awards
There’s a brand new hotel In Milwaukee that’s already winning awards. The Trade, Autograph Collection in Milwaukee, WI is receiving high praise.
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5 things you didn’t know were invented in Wisconsin
When you think ‘Wisconsin,’ most people think of beer, brats, and Badgers. But, you should add three other B’s to that list: blenders, burgers, and bone marrow transplants!
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The best northwestern Wisconsin trails for winter hiking, biking, and skiing
Trails, parks, and forests perfect for wintertime hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing abound in and near La Crosse and Eau Claire
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Navigating the new FAFSA? Here’s what you need to know.
The new FAFSA form has been released. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) determines eligibility for federal financial aid.
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Wisconsin’s 5 most romantic restaurants
Last year, Yelp turned heads, and even caught late night host Seth Meyer’s attention, when it gave a restaurant named “Grampa’s” the title of Wisconsin’s most romantic restaurant. Here are a few others to add to your bucket list:
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Host families needed in Wisconsin: How you can bring culture to your doorstep
By opening your home to an international exchange student, you’ll provide a unique experience for your family as well as the student. Are you an empty nester who misses having a child at home? Do you want to share the Wisconsin lifestyle by taking a student to a Packer game and later explaining to them…
