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Lake Mendota’s Ancient Canoes Reveal Secrets of Wisconsin’s Indigenous Past
First Nations members and the Wisconsin Historical Society have been uncovering ancient canoes in Lake Mendota since 2021. The discoveries paint a clearer picture of the region’s Indigenous history.
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‘Sleep Out’ event provides shelter and education on homelessness
Tyrone Baldwin is homeless and was in his tent on Milwaukee’s north side in early 2025 when a wet, heavy snow caused his tent poles to break. The tent collapsed, and he no longer had a functional shelter. “The tents are not very strong and durable to handle the snow,” Baldwin said. “So, there’s snow on there and you’re not trying to keep coming out…
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What makes Wisconsin ‘America’s Dairyland?’ These quirky laws and regulations could hold the answer
Wisconsin takes pride in being the “America’s Dairyland,” but with that title has come some unique laws and certifications to protect the integrity of the state’s dairy industry.
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Is more Arctic air coming? Snow, harsh freeze possible in Wisconsin for Thanksgiving
Is more Arctic air coming? Snow, harsh freeze possible in Wisconsin for Thanksgiving as polar vortex could push frigid air into the northern U.S.
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Old World Wisconsin brings back Santa as part of an immersive historical holiday program
Within the essence of Old World Wisconsin’s historical realm, you could readily address the jolly old guy in the red suit as St. Nicholas, Father Christmas, Sinterklaas or, mostly simply, Santa.
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Where to find free Thanksgiving Day meals in Wisconsin this year
Here’s where residents can find a free Thanksgiving meal across Wisconsin this year.
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Wisconsin’s 9 most magical winter festivals
Put on your mittens and head to a winter festival to enjoy Wisconsin’s coziest time of year.
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What to know about the 2025 Wisconsin gun deer hunting season: Dates, licenses, regulations
Wisconsin deer hunting has been the nine-day gun deer hunting season in November.
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Green Bay Packers players to sign autographs to raise money for Salvation Army of Greater Green Bay
Green Bay Packers players once again will sign autographs to raise money for the Salvation Army of Greater Green Bay, but not at Lambeau Field, as has been done in previous years. Autograph signing will be from 5-6 p.m. Nov. 17 in the sports apparel department at Fleet Farm, 213 N. Taylor St., Howard. Signers…
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12 Wisconsin parades that will get you into the holiday spirit
Discover the top Wisconsin holiday parades near you. Get dates, themes, locations, and more for these 2025 Christmas events.
