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Check out which Olympic, Paralympic athletes have ties to Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - With opening ceremonies for the Paris Olympic Games right around the corner, take a look at all of the athletes with ties to the Badger State. You can watch the Paris Olympics on WMTV and check results here. Basketball. Tyrese Haliburton: The Indiana Pacers guard and...
Keith Urban’s Outfit Under Fire From Popular Wisconsin Gas Station
Kwik Trip gas station has ignited a social media frenzy after calling out country music superstar Keith Urban for his questionable fashion choice at a recent show in Wisconsin. Kwik Trip vs. Buc-ee's. Let me just start by saying I have never been to a Buc-ee's gas station before, BUT...
Wisconsin Braces for Scorching Heat as Temperatures Soar
Milwaukee, WI – Residents across Wisconsin are advised to prepare for a significant heat wave next week. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), above-average temperatures with heat indices between 95 and 100 degrees Fahrenheit are expected. Some areas may experience heat indices exceeding 100 degrees. These elevated temperatures...
Q&A with new District 2 Alder Brent Kyzer-McHenry
Local business owner Brent Kyzer-McHenry was sworn in as a District 2 alder on the City of Verona Common Council on Monday, July 22. In his new role, Kyzer-McHenry will also serve on the Public Safety & Welfare Committee and the Community Development Authority. He was selected from two other candidates to succeed Rye Kimmett on the council.
Jentz wins top honors at National Junior Angus Show
Verona’s Sydney Jentz earned top honors at the 2024 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS). Titled “Showdown in Madtown,” the NJAS took place from June 29 through July 6 at the Alliant Energy Center. It is the largest junior cattle show in the United States featuring various competitions for youth.
Suspect wanted for shooting Sauk Co. deputy located, shelter in place lifted
AMHERST, Wis. (WMTV) - A shelter in place order was lifted in Portage County, after the man accused of shooting a Sauk County deputy Tuesday night barricaded himself inside a Village of Amherst home, more than 90 miles away from the original incident. The suspect has been located and authorities...
Fireworks show a smash hit on second try
After the planned fireworks celebration on July 13 was washed by some storms that moved through the area just before the event was about to start, the Village of Brooklyn gave it another go on Saturday, July 20 at Legion Park. This time, the skies were clear, and not long after dusk, the air was filled with colorful fireworks that delighted the large crowd in attendance.
UWL library is broadening its digital archives
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – The library at UW La Crosse is looking to broaden its archives through the Driftless River Initiative. The initiative aims at expanding collections related to the Driftless Area and the Upper Mississippi River. Being located so close to the western coast of the state means La Crosse attracts more artifacts relating to the history of the area.
Celebrating 95 years of the Rock County 4-H Fair
ROCK COUNTY, Wis. (WMTV) - Janesville welcomes back the Rock County 4-H Fair for year 95! This summer the fair begins on Tuesday, July 23rd and runs through Sunday, July 28th. A county fair filled with rich traditions and fun for all. This fair is an annual family-friendly event held every July in Southern Wisconsin. Fair-goers come from all across the badger state to experience grand stand events, exhibitioner entertainment, great food and of course, the animals!
Memorial services today at Viroqua Park Bowl for baseball coaching legend Peder Swanson
VIROQUA, Wis. – A visitation and memorial service will be held today, in the place where Viroqua baseball coaching legend Peder “Pete” Swanson (known to most as Swans) spent a good part of his life, the Viroqua Park Bowl. (details on how to watch a livestream of the service in the obituary below)
Wisconsin AD Chris McIntosh gets 5-year contract extension and raise
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin athletic director Chris McIntosh has signed a five-year contract extension that includes a pay raise. McIntosh's contract will now run through June 30, 2029. He has served as Wisconsin's athletic director since Barry Alvarez's retirement in the summer of 2021. "Chris is an extremely effective leader at a time of unprecedented change across the collegiate athletics landscape," Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin said Wednesday in a statement....
Sunshine Saturday, Rain Chances Sunday
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Some warm air will be settling in for the upcoming weekend. High-pressure is now drifting off to the east of here. This ridge of high pressure is going to bring lots of sunshine and light wind to the region for today. High temperatures are going to...
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