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Madison Public Market director is eager to make a 'public good'
Keisha Harrison understands why Madisonians are excited to meet her. The new director of the future Madison Public Market moved from Indiana to Madison in early July, and the reception from the city has been as warm as the weather. By her presence, she embodies the momentum behind an ambitious project.
Olbrich Botanical Gardens welcomes back ‘Blooming Butterflies’
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - From now until August 11th you can see Blooming Butterflies on display at Olbrich Botanical Gardens in Madison!. Every year this exhibit returns to Olbrich where guests can view up to 19 different species of butterflies in every stage of life inside the Bolz Conservatory. Visitors make connections with fluttering friends while learning about the butterfly life cycle. There are also two chrysalis cases that provide opportunities to possibly witness a butterfly emerge from a chrysalis!
How Luke Fickell and Phil Longo differed in their spring ball approaches from Year 1 to Year 2
The Wisconsin Badgers had their eyes set on big goals for Year 1 of the Luke Fickell era, which is why their 7-6 finish wasn’t necessarily to their standards last season. Still, there was a ton of turnover, be it with the coaching staff or the personnel, that made a smooth transition tough, and the Badgers looked to fill their holes on both the staff and team side this offseason.
Why Wisconsin's Jake Chaney changed his jersey number, other highlights from Big Ten media day
INDIANAPOLIS – Wisconsin players Hunter Wohler, Jake Chaney and Jack Nelson met with reporters at Big Ten football media day Tuesday at Lucas Oil Stadium. Here are some of the highlights from their 30-minute sessions: ...
Camp Hero continues introducing girls to first responder careers
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Camp Hero continues at Madison College, and on Tuesday high school girls learned more about firefighters. The camp is a summer experience designed to introduce girls to careers in police, fire and EMS. Tuesday, the senior girls camp had the opportunity to be sized for fire...
Wisconsin becomes 16th Big Ten school to sell alcohol in general seating areas at football games
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin will begin selling alcohol in general seating areas at Camp Randall Stadium this season. The university’s decision, announced on Monday, leaves Nebraska and Northwestern as the only two schools who aren’t allowing general seating alcohol sales in the now 18-team Big Ten. Alcohol sales are also set to begin this season at Michigan Stadium.
Dubuque Museum Grabs $10K Iowa Tourism Grant
Great news for the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium in Dubuque. They've just received a $10,000 grant from the Iowa Tourism Office, which is part of the Iowa Economic Development Authority. This money will help fund a special digital marketing campaign in Illinois and Wisconsin during the summer of 2024.
Wisconsin Coach Points Finger At Miami Coaches For Tyler Van Dyke's Shortcomings
At the Big 10 media day, Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell answered many questions about former University of Miami quarterback Tyler Van Dyke. He blamed the Miami coaches for the amount of adversity that he faced as a Hurricane.
Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti on success of women's sports last season
Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti recounts some of the major successes of women's athletes in the conference, including Wisconsin's Sarah Franklin. Tony Petitti said this is "the most transformative period in college sports" when he talked at Big Ten football media days. One of the Badgers' star recruiters looks like...
Wisconsin football to host open training camp practice in early August
The Wisconsin Badgers football program announced that it will host an open practice at Ralph E. Davis Pioneer Stadium at UW-Platteville on Saturday, Aug. 10, per a social media post on Monday. Staged at 9:30 a.m. CT, UW football will utilize the University of Wisconsin–Platteville’s home field to give fans a first glimpse at the team before it starts the 2024 campaign. Gates will open to the public at 8:30 a.m. Pre-practice activity is slated to commence at 9:00 a.m. Tickets cost $5, and children under the age of 12 can enter free of charge. Platteville, Wisconsin is located roughly 75 miles...
Real-life true crime inspires haunting new novel
More than 20 years ago, Kelly Dwyer and her husband bought a house in Baraboo. But it wasn't until the day of the closing that they learned its unsettling history: It had formerly belonged to Charles Gollmar, one of the Gollmar brothers — circus owners and first cousins to the Ringlings — and Gollmar's widow, 62-year-old Alberta Gollmar, had been murdered in the house in 1938. The slaying, a "robbery gone wrong," even made The New York Times. Discovering this news at such an untimely moment might have given another buyer pause — but, in this case, the buyer was a writer with two novels under her belt.
Ohio State basketball is a finalist for elite Wisconsin 2026 combo guard
Ohio State basketball added a commitment from in-state 2025 shooting guard, Dorian Jones, earlier this month, snapping its drought in the cycle. However, head coach Jake Diebler isn’t done trying to add prospects as Wisconsin combo guard, Davion Hannah, is one of his top targets. The 6-foot, 5-inch, 175-pound player narrowed down his list to nine schools, with eight of them getting an upcoming official visit. The nation’s No. 29 overall prospect according to the 247Sports Composite Rankings will visit Columbus on September 20, when the football team faces off against Marshall. One of Diebler’s goals was to host as many visits during football games as he can, and the timing of Hannah’s trip fulfills that. NEWS: 2025 Top-30 recruit Davion Hannah is down to nine schools, he tells @On3Recruits. The 6-5 SG has scheduled eight official visits: https://t.co/t5WxjT21gP pic.twitter.com/X0sdREhZEc — Joe Tipton (@TiptonEdits) July 23, 2024 It’s going to be a difficult recruitment for the Buckeyes to win, but being in this position gives them a fighting chance to win over Hannah. Contact/Follow @BuckeyesWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Ohio State news, notes and opinion. Follow Michael Chen on X.
Wisconsin agrees to drop ban on carrying firearms while fishing following challenge
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — People fishing in Wisconsin will soon be able to carry firearms after a rule banning them was rescinded by the state following a lawsuit brought by gun rights advocates.
Illinois and Wisconsin Residents On Alert After Black Bear Sightings
Residents of Illinois are being urged to keep their eyes open after recent confirmed sightings of black bears in several counties across the state. Rare Black Bear Sightings Prompt Caution from Illinois DNR. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) issued a cautionary statement, noting that while black bear sightings...
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