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Popular Wisconsin Attraction Featured as Jeopardy Question
Jeopardy continues to be a cultural icon, so whenever a question pops up with a local twist, it's always fun to take a look at what it was. This Wisconsin attraction was recently featured as a question on the popular game show Jeopardy. What is the Freshwater Fishing Hall of...
Wisconsin has one of the highest-attended state fairs in the country, survey finds
The Wisconsin State Fair is gearing up to welcome thousands of visitors starting Aug. 1 in West Allis. The fair, which runs through Aug. 11 this year, regularly lands among the highest attended state fairs across the country. But, if you're wondering which one is the best, well "of course it's Wisconsin...
Former Badger helps U.S. Women's National Soccer Team advance in Olympic Games
Wisconsin women’s soccer alumnus Rose Lavelle helped the U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team advance to the knockout stage at the Olympic Games Paris 2024 on Sunday. The United States defeated Germany 4-1 in its second match of group play. The Americans defeated Zambia in their Olympic opener on July 25.
Area public libraries are helping supply state park passes to the community
TOMAHAWK, Wis. (WJFW) – There are many national parks across the country, but here in Wisconsin, we have state parks, and one local library is helping families get passes to visit them. The Tomahawk Public Library is working with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to provide state park passes. Annette Miller, the Children’s Librarian at the Tomahawk Public Library, said the State Park Pass Program is a collaboration between the Wisconsin DNR and the Wisconsin Association of Public Libraries.
Ski Sharks place second at state tournament
The Shawano Ski Sharks earned a second-place finish at the Wisconsin State Tournament held July 18-21 on Lake Wazeecha at Red Sand Beach at South Wood County Park near Wisconsin Rapids. Hosted by the Wisconsin Rapids Aqua Skiers, the competition featured more than two dozen teams. The Ski Sharks are...
Door County restaurant centered around farm-to-table ethics
ELLISON BAY – A new restaurant has settled into the former Wickman House (11976 Mink River Road) with fresh, farm-to-table cuisine and a plan to make its mark, all while honoring the history of the building. Osteria Tre Tassi opened its doors in May and since then, Co-owner Joey...
Wisconsin Man Charged with Theft of 450 Cattle from Missouri
If the charges prove to be true, this is a massive theft of 450 head of cattle that originated in Missouri, but ended up in Wisconsin. The result is allegations that a Wisconsin man received this herd without paying for them. This new press release from the Missouri Highway Patrol...
Wisconsin Senate District 6: Meet the candidate
Wisconsinites will vote for state Assembly and Senate candidates in a primary on Aug. 13 and in the general election Nov. 5, 2024. This is the first election under newly-competitive district maps. The candidate in each political party to receive the most votes Aug. 13 will advance to the November...
Why aren't Wisconsin runners Molly Seidel and Gwen Jorgensen in the 2024 Paris Olympics?
At some point during the next two weeks, you may find yourself wondering why Wisconsin won't be represented at the 2024 Paris Olympics by distance running standouts Gwen Jorgensen and Molly Seidel, both of whom have delivered uplifting moments in each of the past two Summer Games. Jorgensen, a graduate of Waukesha South...
WEDC Grants Wisconsin Battery Company Transferable 25% State Income Tax Credit for Investors
MADISON, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 30, 2024-- Wisconsin Battery Company (WinBat), a leading innovator in sustainable energy storage solutions, is proud to announce that the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) has awarded a 25% transferable state Qualified New Business Venture (QNBV) income tax credit for investors in the company. This significant endorsement underscores WinBat’s potential to drive economic growth and technological advancement within the state. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240730765213/en/ Rendering of WinBat Portage Facility (Photo: Business Wire)
Jail time for man who threatened to shoot Wisconsin lawmakers
(The Center Square) – A man who threatened to take a rifle to the Wisconsin Capitol and shoot lawmakers has been sentenced to jail, but he won’t go behind bars. A Fond du Lac County judge sentenced 75-year-old James Stearns to a week in jail and a $500 fine after Stearns sent emails where he threatened to kill lawmakers and a local radio host. “Political violence has no place in...
Meet the pageant queen using her platform to promote dental care access
In the interview portion of the 2024 Miss Wisconsin USA pageant, Jealynn Holtz spoke confidently and convincingly with the judges about a subject that differed from her fellow competitors’: access to dental care. It’s a topic in which Holtz carries a breadth of knowledge, both as a rising fourth-year...
Wisconsin Basketball Coaches Association All-Star games raise money for various charities
WISCONSIN DELLS - Several of Oshkosh and Fond du Lac's finest basketball standouts were invited to participate in the Wisconsin Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) 2024 All-Star Games held last month (June 26-27) at JustAgame Fieldhouse. A total of 14 local athletes represented eight of the area's high schools and four of the five WIAA divisions with the Girls All-Star Games kicking things off on Wednesday and the Boys All-Star Games following up on Thursday. ...