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Essentia Health receives national recognition for its commitment to healthier communities
The American Hospital Association (AHA) on Wednesday presented Essentia Health with the prestigious AHA Dick Davidson NOVA Award for hospital-led collaborative efforts that improve community health. Essentia is one of five recipients across the country to receive this honor in 2024. Essentia was recognized for its Resourceful program. Resourceful was launched in 2021 as a public resource directory connecting community members with thousands of verified programs providing free and reduced-cost services. Information available at WeAreResourceful.org is customized for the specific needs of communities served by...
Wisconsin State Fair: take a walk down Dairy Lane
WEST ALLIS, Wis. - You can't celebrate Wisconsin without celebrating the dairy industry. Head to the Wisconsin State Fair and take a trip down Dairy Lane, which highlights the state's largest agricultural sector. FOX6 stopped by to learn more about America's Dairyland, and even got a milking demonstration!. .
Illinois and Wisconsin Residents On Alert After Black Bear Sightings
Residents of Illinois are being urged to keep their eyes open after recent confirmed sightings of black bears in several counties across the state. Rare Black Bear Sightings Prompt Caution from Illinois DNR. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) issued a cautionary statement, noting that while black bear sightings...
'UPFRONT' recap: Transportation secretary, potential VP candidate Pete Buttigieg in Wisconsin
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said he wouldn't "get into hypotheticals" surrounding a potential vice presidential pick during a two-day tour in Wisconsin ahead of Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign stop in Eau Claire Wednesday. "What I'll say is I love my job, and I'm going to work hard every...
Heavy Rain and Storms Forecasted for Wisconsin Early Next Week
Green Bay, WI – Warm weather will continue through the weekend across Wisconsin. However, a cold front is set to bring a chance of showers and thunderstorms today. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Green Bay advises residents to prepare for these changes. According to the NWS, mostly cloudy...
The Future of the First Buc-ee’s in Wisconsin is Uncertain
Excitement permeated in Wisconsin and beyond in early 2023 when news of a Buc-ee's convenience store and gas station was revealed to be making its debut in the Cheese State. The store was planned to be located in DeForest, between Madison and Wisconsin Dells, just north of Highway V, east of Highway I, and west of Interstate 39/90/94.
DNR Investigating New Manure Spill That Killed Fish In Wisconsin
It's common knowledge that water bodies are important in many ways, while also serving as great places to have recreational fun. That's why it's important to protect them from pollution and other things that can disrupt the natural ecosystem. However, despite our best efforts, water bodies are compromised in various ways.
Bill would make Apostle Islands Wisconsin’s first National Park
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On July 25, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07) introduced the Apostle Islands National Park and Preserve Act. This legislation will re-designate the Apostle Islands from a National Lakeshore to a National Park. Friday, July 26, the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Federal Lands held a hearing on this legislation. “The Apostle Islands are one of Wisconsin’s true crown jewels and deserve to be recognized as the state’s first National Park. This prestigious designation would not only strengthen conservation efforts, bolster the local economy...
Scattered storm chances starting Sunday night
It was a warm afternoon in the Stateline with high temperatures reaching the upper 80s and even low 90s for some! Rockford officially reached a high of 92°, making only the 2nd 90-degree day since June 25th! The other one was just a few days ago on July 31st.
DWD receives over $1 million to expand Wisconsin apprenticeship programs
MADISON, Wis. -- The Department of Workforce Development announced Tuesday it has been awarded more than $1 million to expand Wisconsin's Registered Apprenticeship and Certified Pre-Apprenticeship programs.