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‘26 tight end Eddie Whiting recaps trips to Madison, discusses early recruitment
Jefferson (South Dakota) 2026 tight end Eddie Whiting has seen some early interests in his college recruitment begin, with Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa State and South Dakota State among those schools to this point. Measuring up at 6-6 and 230 pounds, Whiting has made his way to Madison a couple times this calendar year.
Bass named National Merit Scholar
Samuel Bass, 2024 Verona Area High School graduate and the Summa Cum Laude commencement speaker, won a National Merit Scholarship financed by the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Bass plans to study business at UW-Madison in the fall. According to a July 15 National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) press release, Bass joins...
Upcoming Madison area events as great weather stays for the weekend
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Temperatures in the upper 70s and clear skies continue, making for a fantastic summer weekend. WMTV sat down with Sarah Warner of Destination Madison to highlight some fun happenings around Madison. Downtown Middleton is home to sales, restaurant deals and live music. Middleton’s Summer Shop &...
EA Sports College Football 25 Features A Number of Former Wisconsin High School Football Standouts
EA Sports College Football 25 arrived this week and has taken the sports world by storm. Discussion on one of the most highly anticipated video games in recent memory has filled my X (formerly known as Twitter) timeline and every other social media page as you scroll through. The reviews...
McCartney makes Dean’s List at Seton Hall
Verona’s Josephine McCartney qualified for the Dean’s List at Seton Hall University for the spring 2024 semester. To earn recognition on the Dean’s List, undergraduate students must complete all courses with a 3.4 GPA and earn no grades lower than a “C.”
Hurt Makes Court Appearance, Further Action Scheduled
MERRILL, WI (WSAU) — The Madison teen accused of beating a correction officer at the Lincoln Hills Youth Prison will appear in court this afternoon. Javarius Hurd waived his right to a preliminary hearing and a speedy trial during Friday’s appearance but did not enter a plea. The 16-year-old is accused of assaulting a female correction officer after he returned from outdoor recreation time. He then walked away but was chased down by a male correction officer, Corey Proulx.
RNC delegate from Texas thoroughly enjoyed her stay in Madison
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - After the Republican National Convention wrapped up in Milwaukee Thursday night, it was time for everyone to go home. Sue DeVillez was visiting Wisconsin from Georgetown, Texas. She was representing Texas’ 31st congressional district as a delegate. She was at the Dane County Regional Airport Friday...
Beyond organic, a Dane County farmer wants to grow food plastic-free
On a recent cool Sunday morning, about 25 curious Wisconsinites and one dog gathered at Parisi Family Farm in Stoughton. Terry Parisi, 68, owns this regenerative agriculture farm overlooking Lake Kegonsa. She’s tended to the land for the last 20 years. Parisi farms using what’s known as regenerative agriculture....
Statewide events scheduled for Climate Emergency Day July 22
The Farley Center is teaming up with Building Unity and 350 Wisconsin to offer a community potluck and teach-in on Monday, July 22 for Climate Emergency Day. Guests are encouraged to bring a dish to share, blankets or chairs for the event, which runs from 6-8 p.m. Building Unity will have various speakers addressing the need to act on the climate emergency.
Oregon Softball’s Path to WCWS Success: Pitching Vs Batting Analysis
Investigation into the statistical performances of softball teams contending for titles over the past 5 seasons reveals the gap Oregon's pitching stats have compared to top teams, necessitating a stronger lineup for championship aspirations. Median WCWS Pitching 2019-2024: ERA 1.881, Opp Avg 0.190, WHIP 1.109, FIP 2.329, HR7 0.559. Oregon...
Dr. Samuel Poore Recognized at SMPH Investiture Ceremony
Dr. Samuel Poore, Associate Professor and Chair of the Division of Plastic Surgery, was recognized at the UW-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health Investiture Ceremony held on June 26, 2024. Dr. Poore was named the inaugural holder of the Endowed Chair of Global Education in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Evansville man accused of bringing knife to daycare takes plea deal in Rock County Court
A Rock County Judge wants more information before sentencing an Evansville man who plead guilty Thursday to charges related to an incident last year where he brought a knife to a local daycare. 53-year-old Dewayne Harnack’s attorney Joshua Grube made the case for waiving a pre-sentence investigation. As part...
PWHL Team Names Don't Need To Be A Nightmare When They Can Be A Night Mare
With a short runway to launch, the Northwoods League's new softball division hit home runs with team names. They engaged their communities, made local connections, and got the job done. It's a path the PWHL could learn from.
Fall Camp Preview: Five True Freshman to Watch
MADISON, Wis. -- Wisconsin opens up fall camp next month in a highly anticipated 2024 season. Here's a closer look at five true freshmen who could make an impact for the Badgers in year one... Cornerback. Fort Lauderdale, Fla. --------------------------- Wisconsin didn't go through the battle of pulling Lucas out...
Passing the torch: The hometown heroes heading to the Paris Olympics
Women's sports are finding larger audiences in Madison these days, but this town has a long history of being home to exceptional female athletes, many of whom won medals on the world’s grandest athletic stage: the Olympics. With the Paris Olympics’ Opening Ceremony approaching on July 26, what better time to reflect on local ties to past summer medalists — and highlight a few of the hometown heroes competing in Paris?
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