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Historic Vel Phillips sculpture will be unveiled on Saturday at Wisconsin State Capitol
The historic sculpture unveiling of civil rights pioneer Vel Phillips will take place on Saturday, July 27, at the Wisconsin State Capitol. The sculpture of Vel Phillips will be the first outdoor sculpture of an African American woman on any U.S. state capitol grounds. “This sculpture not only honors my mother’s life and work but also stands as a beacon of hope and inspiration for future generations,” said Michael Phillips, son of Vel Phillips, in a statement.
Badgers hiring Alabama recruiting specialist Brandon Rose as new asst. Director of Player Personnel
The Wisconsin Badgers are making a splash in the recruiting department, as they are set to hire Alabama Crimson Tide recruiting specialist Brandon Rose as their next assistant director of player personnel, according to 247’s Matt Zenitz. Rose has been at Alabama since 2021, having graduated from the school...
From drought to rain, Wisconsin had biggest one-year flip-flop from last June to this one
It's been an exceptionally soggy summer in Wisconsin, and all the rain may have washed away memories of what was happening last year. It could not have been more different. This summer, we had the sixth-wettest June in Wisconsin history. Last summer, we had the fifth-driest June in state history. And that, according to...
Five events where you can celebrate Smokey Bear's 80th birthday with him this summer
Smokey Bear, the iconic park ranger who has tirelessly promoted wildfire dangers to people across America, will celebrate his 80th birthday at events held across Wisconsin. Smokey's official birthday is Aug. 9, according to a news release from the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, but he's on a statewide tour, making appearances at events such...
Meet the Democratic candidates running for Wisconsin's 7th Congressional seat
Kyle Kilbourn and Elsa Duranceau will face off in the Aug. 13 partisan primary to represent the Democratic Party in the November general election for Wisconsin's 7th Congressional District. The winner of the primary will face Republican Tom Tiffany, who has held Wisconsin's 7th Congressional seat since 2020. Prior to Tiffany, Republican Sean Duffy was elected to five terms since 2011 before resigning in 2019 citing family health issues. ...
Angell Park Speedway - Badger Reunion Night
The 2024 season continues at Angell Park Speedway with the Badger Reunion Night - Sunday, July 28th. It's a family-friendly evening of racing with faces new and old in attendance!. Check out their entire season schedule at angellpark.racing!
Photo Gallery: Illinois Outduels Wisconsin in the Big Ten Tournament Final
Is there anything better than a college basketball game on CBS in March?. After topping Nebraska in the Big Ten Tournament Semifinals behind Terrence Shannon, Jr.’s 40-ball, Illinois was headed to the Big Ten Tournament Final. Wisconsin had just knocked off Purdue in the semifinals, setting up the second...
Jentz wins top honors at National Junior Angus Show
Verona’s Sydney Jentz earned top honors at the 2024 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS). Titled “Showdown in Madtown,” the NJAS took place from June 29 through July 6 at the Alliant Energy Center. It is the largest junior cattle show in the United States featuring various competitions for youth.
The Paris Olympics get started this weekend. C'est bon.
I'm JR Radcliffe and this is the Daily Briefing newsletter by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. Sign up here to get it sent to your inbox each morning. It'll be mostly sunny today after some patchy morning fog with a high near 80, and expect a gorgeous Saturday (sunny, high of 84) before a chance for some afternoon thunderstorms on Sunday, with a high near 86. ...
7 days until the Wisconsin State Fair, check out the Sporkies and Drinkies finalists
WEST ALLIS, Wis. (CBS 58) -- We’re exactly one week out from the Wisconsin State Fair. One highlight for visitors every year is the Sporkies competition. Food vendors compete to create the most unique and delicious fair food dishes. The fair narrowed the competition down to eight Sporkies finalists....
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg to visit Green Bay, Milwaukee next week
(WLUK) -- A member of President Joe Biden's Cabinet is coming to Wisconsin next week during a tour of the Midwest. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg is scheduled to travel to Wisconsin and Michigan on Tuesday, with stops in the Green Bay area and the Upper Peninsula. He will be back in Wisconsin on Wednesday for a visit to the Milwaukee area.
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