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Close Family Farm to host 2024 Wisconsin Farm Technology Days
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) - Each summer, a Wisconsin farm is asked to host the annual Wisconsin Farm Technology Days, where visitors can see advancements in agriculture devices and see hundreds of vendors. For Jamie and Renee Close of Close Farms in Cadott, hosting the expo was no small feat,...
Justin Liles: Heat, Haze (wildfire smoke), and Isolated Storms
There has been increasing coverage of thunderstorms and showers. Pea-size hail remains possible. Rain showers and storms currently moving through the Arrowhead, northern Wisconsin, and I-35 corridor. In the mid evening, storms and rain showers will begin to dissipate. Showers and storms will leave the area in the late evening. Our next precipitation free day will not come until Thursday.
FoodShare has higher enrollment than before pandemic
(The Center Square) – More people are enrolled in FoodShare in Wisconsin than before the COVID-19 era began in 2020. The findings, released June 28, are in a report from research by the Wisconsin Policy Forum. “Though the COVID-19 crisis has faded and Wisconsin’s unemployment rate has fallen to prepandemic levels, the number of people receiving the benefits formerly known as food stamps remains elevated and currently shows little sign...
Schedule, tickets and drivers to watch for the 3 World of Outlaws races in southeast Wisconsin this week
If there was an upside to the rainout last month at Beaver Dam Raceway, it’s that World of Outlaws fans in southeast Wisconsin get three opportunities to see the sprint cars race on area tracks this week. Wilmot Raceway already was scheduled for a doubleheader weekend. Then the makeup...
Central Wisconsin water trail aims for National Parks recognition
A central Wisconsin water trail that emphasizes the Wisconsin River’s place in history is seeking national designation. Organizers have a long-term vision for the Great Pinery Heritage Trail that includes the addition of campsites along the Wisconsin River, as well as the trail’s extension to the north and south.
Spinning The State: Manawa, Milwaukee, Cudahy, Knowlton
Stories you might have missed from around Wisconsin. Manawa: Floods cause dam to fail and evacuations. Wisconsin has been experiencing a lot of severe weather lately. On Friday, up to 100 homes, including a nursing home had to be evacuated after erosion caused part of the bank at the edge of the Mawana Mill Pond dam failed and sent flood waters down into the Little Wolf River. Mid-morning on Friday, Manawa got about four inches of heavy rain. SAlthought the dam was deemed to be holding, erosion on the north side was observed. Gates were opened to relieve pressure and prevent, what Manawa Police Chief Jason Severson described as “catastrophic failure”.The flooding started in rural areas then spread to people’s homes and local roadways. No injuries were reported. Full Story.
Volunteer opportunities in the Fox Valley: Week of July 7
Appleton Public Library: Keep the Children’s section organized by assisting with cart ordering and/or shelving. Shelving involves pushing a cart, placing items in order, and tidying books. Cart ordering involves arranging items on carts, and can be done while seated. Minimum of one 2-hour hour shift per week is requested, with shifts available mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Proficiency in alphabetical and numerical order required. Training provided. Contact: Colleen, cholz@apl.org.
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