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Calling home from prison is expensive. FCC rules aim to change that. In Wisconsin there’s a catch
While her husband spent about five months in the Polk County Jail, Rebecca Aubart spent close to $4,000 on calls and video visits. They talked at least twice a day, she said. “My husband was experiencing significant withdrawals and fighting for his life in the midst of a mental health crisis while he was there,” […]
Enbridge poses an existential threat to the Great Lakes
Think about someone in your life who has needed major surgery. Then imagine you found out that the surgeon about to treat your loved one had a terrible record. The surgeon has a long history of violating critical protocols that prevent infection, sending 35 patients to the intensive care unit after botched procedures. His list […]
Program pays Wisconsin farmers to feed their neighbors in need. They hope it sticks around.
In northwest Wisconsin's Dunn County, hundreds of students leave their final class each Friday during the school year with a bag full of food to make sure they and their families get enough to eat over the weekend. The "SAM bags," short for "Share A Meal," are a project of Stepping Stones...
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.
Lobos Tournament: Rangers capture another tournament title
The Navarino Rangers won their second consecutive tournament by defeating the Cecil Mudhens 5-1 on July 26 to win the 31st annual Shawano Lobos Invitational Tournament at Bill Krenger Field at Martzke Park. The weeklong tournament included a day of postponements due to rain and the shuffling of schedules after...
Warning: Don’t Shake Vending Machines In Wisconsin
We've all seen or been a part of a situation involving a vending machine and a stuck piece of candy. The first instinct is to try and get the candy loose ourselves or just move on with our day leaving it for someone else to mess with. There are a...
Seymour and New London Legion Off To State
The AA Legion Regionals at Kewaunee County and New London wrapped up over the weekend with two area teams qualifying for State. Seymour went 3-1 in a three team round robin tournament to win the regional and qualify for state. Seymour was defeated by Kewaunee County in the Championship game, but beat them in the rematch.
Fire at Woodman’s in Grand Chute Considered ‘Suspicious in Nature’
GRAND CHUTE, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — Officials are investigating a fire Friday at the Woodman’s in Grand Chute, which has been deemed “suspicious in nature.”. Shortly after 4 p.m., the Grand Chute Fire Department (GCFD) and several other agencies responded to Woodman’s Market at 595 North Westhill Boulevard for a reported structure fire.
Menasha Man Dies Skateboarding at the Ariens Nordic Center
A 32-year-old Menasha man has died following a skateboarding accident in Brillion. NBC26 reports that the man and another individual were illegally skateboarding at the Ariens Nordic Center on the cross-country skill track at around 4:45 Friday afternoon when the Menasha man crashed at the bottom of a hill. Emergency...
What's moving into the former FOME Food & Company building? | The Buzz
APPLETON - A new restaurant will be moving into the former FOME Food & Company building at 2825 N. Ballard Rd. in Appleton. On April 25, the owner of Mai's Deli, Mai Vang, purchased the building for $505,000, according to the Wisconsin Department of Revenue. There is currently a sign outside of the property stating My My Thai Street Food will be moving in soon. ...
Here are the top 39 high school football players in the Appleton area heading into the 2024 season
The 2024 high school football season kicks off Aug. 6 when teams are allowed to practice for the first time. The first games of the season will be played Aug. 22. Here are 39 players to watch this upcoming season from the Post-Crescent coverage area. ...
Community Clothes Closet seeks help from community
MENASHA, Wis. (WBAY) - Time is running out for you to help kids in our area have new clothes for the first day of school. The Community Clothes Closet’s fundraising blitz for the ‘Cool for School’ event ends July 31. “Clothing is always super important I think...
Coaching the whole child, while strengthening entire family
APPLETON – Tantrums; anxiety; lack of confidence, motivation and focus; screen-based entertainment addictions – if contemporary society’s childhood challenges aren’t altogether new, their magnitude, Jen Philibeck and Mandy Rinne said, is. By launching Empowered Minds Kids Studio (5765 West Grande Market Drive), Co-owners Rinne and Philibeck...
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