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What age can kids stay home alone in Wisconsin?
With a slightly longer summer for most Milwaukee Public Schools this year, many kids are bouncing between babysitters, summer camps and friends’ houses. But if you’re without childcare — either for a few hours or through the summer — you might be asking yourself whether your child can stay home alone.
Central Wisconsin Braces for Potentially Severe Independence Day Storms
Green Bay, WI – Severe weather is expected to impact Independence Day celebrations in Green Bay and across central Wisconsin. Residents and visitors hoping for a dry holiday should prepare for potential storms. According to the US National Weather Service in Green Bay, rain and storm chances will arrive...
What's open and closed in Wisconsin on 4th of July? Target, Walgreens, Pick 'n Save, Menards, Home Depot hours
Many businesses across the country will shutter their doors on 4th of July — but that doesn’t mean you’re out of options if you need some last-minute groceries, beach supplies or anything in between for your celebrations. Plenty of major groceries and retailers are staying open through Fourth of July, alongside some local...
Edgar board looks to boost enrollment
During a discussion last week about next year’s budget, Edgar School District officials and school board members talked about the need for more housing and economic development to draw more families with kids into the community in order to boost enrollment. A chart presented to the board during the...
JUST IN: Wausau fireworks display shifts to Saturday
Wausau Events will shift Thursday’s 4th of July fireworks to Saturday amid weather concerns. Organization leaders consulted with meteorologists from both local TV stations before making the decision to shift to one of the event’s previously chosen rain dates. In a news release issued Thursday, Wausau Events Executive...
What kind of fireworks are illegal to use in Wisconsin?
If you're thinking about having your own fireworks celebration for the Fourth of July this year, maybe think again (especially if you live in Milwaukee). But while municipalities have discretion to ban some kinds of fireworks, there are still several you can use without a permit — and without the risk of ticket. ...
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