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WisDOT: More than 20 new officers welcomed into the WI State Patrol, including first lateral recruit class
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - The Wisconsin Department of Transportation announced on Friday that The Wisconsin State Patrol has welcomed 23 new officers at its graduation ceremony in Wisconsin Dells. The new troopers are part of the agency’s 69th Recruit Class and 70th Recruit Class and will start serving in the...
Community Heroes Rescue Tubers in Distress on the Wolf River
SHAWANO, WI – Sunday evening, a 911 call reported two individuals in distress while tubing on the Wolf River, prompting a swift and coordinated response from community members and first responders that ultimately led to a successful rescue. Justin and Katherine Popp, who were nearby, heard the cries for...
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...
DMV offers information on obtaining an ID for voting
MADISON - Ahead of the Wisconsin Fall Primary Aug. 13, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) reminds U.S. citizens how to obtain identification, free of charge, that is valid for voting. Valid identification for voting purposes, for those who will be at least 18 years of age by the next election, includes a driver license, identification card, military or student ID card, etc. There is no separate “voter ID.” A federally compliant REAL ID card is not required for voting...
Barn setup underway for Wisconsin Valley Fair
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - The Wisconsin Valley Fair preparations are in full swing as exhibitors and vendors begin to fill the grounds. Exhibitors are setting up for their animals to take over the barns. Approximately 600 youth exhibitors will fill the barns throughout this next week. They come from backgrounds like 4-H, FFA, Open Class, Little Britches and more.
Wisconsin multi-sport alumnus earns two Olympic victories in women's rugby
Wisconsin women’s hockey and soccer alumnus Alev Kelter helped guide USA rugby to two wins on the second day of competition at the Olympic Games. USA Rugby kicked off its day at 9:30 a.m. CT with a 36-7 victory against Japan. Kelter did not record any points in her first match but responded with a spectacular performance later in the day.
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.
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