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The Midwest Regional Railroad Could Cut Hours Off Your Next Trip
A new railroad you’ve probably never heard of is 20 years in the making. This is how it could change the way Wisconsinites get around.
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District Alumni Return to the Head of the Class in Wisconsin
The rural community of Black River Falls, population 3,500, boasts an exceptionally high percentage of alumni who have come back to work in the western Wisconsin school district. When Ryan Boerger graduated Black River Falls High School in 2016, the last thing on his mind, as with many graduates of small town schools, was coming…
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From Accordions to Mustard – 8 Must-See Wisconsin Museums
Whether you enjoy art, history, or just a really spicy mustard, Wisconsin is filled with one-of-a-kind museums showcasing the state’s very best. Here are a few we believe everyone should visit at least once
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6 Easy-to-Grow Native Wisconsin Plants to Add to Your Garden
No green thumb required for these beautiful, pollinator-friendly plants!
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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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Republican Candidates Commit to Backing Trump Even if Convicted
Vivek Ramaswamy, Ron DeSantis, Tim Scott, Doug Burgum, Nikki Haley, and Mike Pence all pledged to support the former president even if he’s convicted for the many crimes he’s been charged with.
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6 Banned Books to Add to Your Fall Reading List
An “unprecedented flood” of book bans have taken over Wisconsin schools and libraries–with the bulk of ban requests coming from a handful of right-wing groups pushing for the censorship of books with LGBTQ+ characters or characters of color. In total, more than 1,600 books were banned last school year. And this school year is already…
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Despite a New Deal, an Old GOP Law Means Some Wisconsin School Districts Will Get Less Funding This Year
A 2017 law from the Republican-controlled Legislature bans school districts from getting increases in minimum state aid for three years if they had a failed referendum.
