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Milwaukee Brewers Eye Young Phenom Luis Robert Jr. in Blockbuster Trade Amid Yelich Injury Concerns
Amid the trade deadline approaching, the Milwaukee Brewers may seek pitching help while facing a potential outfield gap due to Christian Yelich's injury, possibly eyeing Luis Robert Jr. from the White Sox. Robert, hitting .227 with 12 home runs this season, could be a long-term asset for the Brewers, given his team control through 2027. Acquiring him might solidify Milwaukee's lineup for years to come, though it would require a significant offer of prospects and outfielders in exchange. Adding players like Erick Fedde could further bolster the team, potentially elevating the Brewers to World Series contention.
Large fundraiser Saturday, July 27 at American Tribute Ride | By Ron Naab
Allenton, WI – On Saturday, July 27, 2024, a very unique experience will be happening in Fond du Lac, Columbia and Dodge Counties. According to American Tribute Ride [ATR] Chair Ron Naab, a convoy of approximately 200+ motorcycles and other vehicles will leave at 11 a.m. from the Oakfield Fire Station.
World’s Deadliest Creature Infests and Infects Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin
As summer progresses, residents of Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin should be aware of the risks posed by mosquito-borne diseases. With much wetter weather and voracious mosquito populations, the region is seeing increased cases of several diseases. Certain invasive blood-suckers have now raised concerns again in the Tri-States, with the Asian Tiger Mosquito being reported in both Iowa and Illinois, and now West Nile virus-infected mosquitos have been confirmed in Ames. Did you know there have already been several cases of mosquito-borne illnesses across the Tri-States reported in 2024?
Funeral traditions merge with growth of ‘green burials’ in Wisconsin
When Tanya Mudrick searched in 2012 for a place to bury her stillborn son, Oren, she chose Circle Cemetery in Barneveld — one of the nation’s pioneer green cemeteries. Wrapped in a quilt and placed in a hand-weaved wicker basket, Oren is buried among 60 others inside a nature preserve lush with the wetlands, springs and sandstone rock of Wisconsin’s Driftless Area.
U.P.'s Enstrom Helicopter showcases local craftsmanship at EAA AirVenture
OSHKOSH (WLUK) -- Hundreds of thousands of people from dozens of countries descend on Oshkosh every year to celebrate all things aviation at EAA AirVenture. While aircraft and aviators come from all over the globe to get in on the action, Enstrom Helicopter Corporation doesn't have to travel too far.
Pat Murphy is dancing all over Craig Counsell after ugly offseason defection
Sometimes, an organization can be better than the sum of its parts. No sentence describes the 2024 Milwaukee Brewers any better. After losing their manager to a division rival, voluntarily trading away their ace and then falling victim to the injury bug, the Brewers hold a six-game lead in the NL Central heading into deadline week.
Brownsville Man Part Of Most Recent State Patrol Graduating Class
(Brownsville) There is Dodge County representation in the most recent graduating class of the Wisconsin State Patrol. The 69th and 70th recruit class, made up of 23 cadets, will be receiving their badges Friday at the graduation ceremony in Wisconsin Dells. Michael Vis, part of the 70th recruit class, is...
Meet the Democratic candidates running for Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional seat
Rebecca Cooke, Katrina Shankland and Eric Wilson will face off in the Aug. 13 partisan primary to represent the Democratic Party in the November general election for Wisconsin's 3rd Congressional District. The winner of the primary will face Republican Derrick Van Orden, who has held the seat since 2022. Prior to Van Orden, Democrat Ron Kind was elected to 13 terms between 1997 and 2023. ...
Investigators Close Iowa Murder-Suicide That Ended In Dane County
(Dubuque) The murder-suicide case that began in Dubuque and ended in Dane County is now closed. Authorities in Dubuque County, Iowa, yesterday said their investigation into the murder of a local woman, the kidnapping of two children, and the death of the baby’s father is complete. The case began...
Merrill Community Center discontinuing all programs
BELOIT, Wis. -- Community Action, Inc. of Rock and Walworth Counties announced Tuesday it will no longer provide afterschool and summer programming for youth and regular programming for area seniors at the Merrill Community Center.
A groundbreaking program for kids with behavioral health needs in Dane County has folded. The lasting effects for families are devastating.
MADISON – In one of the last happy moments Jennie Watters shared with her teenage son, he stormed off after one of their near-daily arguments, then returned home 20 minutes later, carrying a half sheet cake from the supermarket. It was such an absurd response to their argument that they burst into...
EAA's KidVenture celebrates 25 years of hands-on aviation activities
OSHKOSH (WLUK) -- Just north of the EAA Aviation Museum lies a special place where kids can play and learn about all things aviation. For 25 years, KidVenture has been offering children of all ages a chance to participate in hands-on activities during the week-long EAA AirVenture event. Dan Majka,...
Flying car prototype on exhibit at EAA AirVenture
OSHKOSH, Wis. (WBAY) - If you are heading to EAA AirVenture, you can check out the future of driving and flying. A scaled-down prototype of the Switchblade, made by Samson Sky, is currently on display at the EAA grounds. The latest prototype has already been moved into the production phase and the company says it should be available by 2026.
"I dream of flying," Fort Wayne native earns his wings through Able Flight
OSHKOSH, Wis. (WFFT) — Jordan Sprague, 19, has made his way to the air. Inspired by his family’s generations before him, Sprague is now one step closer to achieving his dreams. A Fort Wayne native and South Side High School graduate, Sprague was one of five 2024 Able...
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