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From 1951 to Eisenhower to today, Indian Bowl showcases Ojibwe culture in Wisconsin Northwoods
LAC DU FLAMBEAU – Billed as the centerpiece for Ojibwe cultural sharing and education for the Northwoods, the weekly summer Lac du Flambeau Indian Bowl events have been taking place for almost 75 years. The series of weekly mini pow wows and cultural demonstrations on the Lac du Flambeau Reservation are advertised on TV commercials throughout the Northwoods inviting anyone to visit and learn a little about Ojibwe culture. They have been going on since 1951. ...
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...
Outdoors meet the fine arts at the American Players Theatre
Escape to where nature and theatre unite under the stars at American Players Theatre in Spring Green. Pack a picnic and wander the Wisconsin woods before immersing yourself in classic stories and new tales. Experience the magic and joy of seeing a play in the open air in APT's Hill Theatre. Revel in the incredible costumes, magnetic performances, and brilliant scenery.
Multiple counties facing flood warnings after June full of rain
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – Following recent weather, multiple counties are under flood warnings. As First News at Nine’s Dashal Mentzel shares, these water levels are uncommon this time of year. La Crosse, Vernon, and Houston counties are under warnings due to flooding along the Mississippi River. Impacted...
Gabriel Savage’s mom thankful for sentence, details decade-long struggle navigating mental health system
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - When most people think of Gabriel Savage, they picture his mug shot. For Gabriel’s mother Lisa, she pictures her little curly haired boy who loves ice cream. “The Gabriel I know, he can be funny. He can be analytical. For the most part, he was...
KANDU's consolidation under one roof in Milton nears completion
MILTON — As KANDU Industries heads into the final phase of moving to its new facility in Milton at 15 Plumb St., the public is invited to a grand opening and ribbon ceremony Saturday, Sept. 28. “It’ll be families, friends, city and county officials. It’s going to be a big deal. We’ve got a band, food trucks and all of our clients are going to decorate their rooms and get ready for it. We’re really excited,” KANDU Executive Director Kathy Hansen said. “We’ve had an...
Sandbags available for Middleton residents to build temporary levees
MIDDLETON, Wis. (WMTV) - Sand, sandbags and plastic sheeting has been approved for residents in Middleton to protect their homes against potential flooding, officials announced on Tuesday. The Middleton Public Works department explained that the water level in Lake Mendota is currently at 851.6 feet above sea level and could...
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