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Wisconsin lawmakers strike down three emergency election rules
(The Center Square) – The fight over who writes the rules for elections in Wisconsin continues. The Legislature’s rule making body, the Joint Committee for Review of Administrative Rules, on Monday voted to suspend three proposed emergency rules from the Wisconsin Elections Commission that dealt with uniform rules for absentee voting, challenges to candidates and challenges to nominating paperwork. Attorney Sklyar Croy, with the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty,...
Jenifer Quimby discusses her campaign for Wisconsin Assembly 46th District
Jenifer Quimby’s political career started with a sit-in at her high school. After she wasn’t pleased with the results of a conflict between the guidance counselor and the principal, Quimby got her entire school to begin a sit-in. The school board noticed, and her movement impacted future decisions. Quimby, who is currently the mayor of Waterloo, is running as a Republican to represent the 46th district in Wisconsin in the Assembly. This district includes the cities of Fort Atkinson, Lake Mills and Waterloo, plus the...
Friends of the R.D. Pike Building launch fundraiser to restore historic property
Mary Gruhl thought she could fix up the R.D. Pike Building with just a dustpan, broom, a can of paint and a brush. She was determined to have the building cleaned up in a week. But the building, more than 125 years old and used a fish hatchery and residence, proved to need more work than expected. Gruhl and other Friends of the R.D. Pike Building launched an initiative to...
Wisconsin Mycological Society Foray: 1st organized event in Pelican River Forest
A wonderful example of economic stimulus made possible by the “Northwood’s Newest Gem” – the Pelican River Forest – was experienced July 18th through 21st in the counties of Oneida, Langlade and Forest. Eighty mycologists from all over Wisconsin, Illinois and Minnesota turned out for...
Man in custody for October shooting, death of teen
MADISON, Wis. — A 21-year-old man has been arrested in connection to the shooting and death of a teenage girl in Oct. 2023. Donivan L. Douglas, from Madison, has been charged with homicide, three counts of attempted homicide, first-degree recklessly endangering safety and felony bail jumping, among other charges.
Speaker Robin Vos on the RNC and 2024 presidential race
So what brings you out to the Republican National Convention?. So I've been to every convention since 1996. I've traveled across the country watching politics kind of from up close. This is the political epicenter for the week that it's here. I am incredibly proud that it is in Wisconsin. They have worked really hard to make this an excellent convention and if you ask, I think I've probably talked to delegates from half the country, and the thing that makes me the most proud is that, Wisconsin, nice is real. I have heard from all these delegates. They love Milwaukee. People have been friendly. The venue's been great. Weather's been spectacular, so I think that the organizers and, frankly, the party in the state has done a great job of showing the best that Wisconsin has to offer.
UW scientists break new ground on nuclear fusion, which could be the future of energy
A team of University of Wisconsin-Madison scientists has taken a major step toward creating a clean, reliable and powerful source of energy. Four years in the making, it is part of a broader approach to using nuclear fusion energy that, unlike existing nuclear technology, does not create large amounts of radioactive waste. ...
Children's Museum of Rock County receives anonymous $250,000 matching pledge
JANESVILLE -- The Children’s Museum of Rock County announced Tuesday that it has received a $250,000 matching pledge. The unnamed donor will match all donations received between now and Dec. 31, up to the $250,000 pledge amount. This gift comes in the final stages of the Museum’s $10 million "Let’s PLAY Together," capital campaign. Campaign funds will be used to remake the historical First National Bank at 100 W. Milwaukee...
Home Talent: Local 9 falls to Cross Plains, wins at Cazenovia
A weekend split left the Waunakee Local 9 with a .500 record. After falling to Cross Plains on Saturday 6-3, the Local 9 blasted Cazenovia 19-7 on Sunday, as Waunakee evened its record at 6-6 to wrap up the regular season. On Saturday, Luke Shepski smacked a two-run homer over the rightfield fence in the second inning to get the Local 9 off on the right foot. Meanwhile, Zach Johnson...
Beloit man dies two months after May shooting
BELOIT, Wis. (WTVO) — A man who was shot in May has died, according to the Rock County Coroner. Nikkita Green, 49, was shot in the 1200 block of Dewey Avenue around 3:04 a.m. on May 11th. Police Chief Andre Sayles said the shooting appeared to be an isolated incident, and said there did not […]
Teacher license error means these Madison kids must redo classes
Eric Steffen was surprised. As his 6-year-old neared the end of kindergarten this year, Steffen learned his son would soon need to return for six weeks of summer school. The school had messed up. Olson Elementary hired a substitute special education teacher for Steffen’s son and six other students for...
Summer school wraps up for the season
LAKE MILLS — Tuesday was the last day of summer school for the nearly 900 kids from elementary through high school that attended this summer. Summer school coordinator Nate Grundahl said the summer school consistently has diverse offerings for students, and there were even more this year. “It’s a program that offers a lot of enrichment and partnerships with the community,” Grundahl said. ...
First-ever Beloit Taco Takedown is August 10th
A new stateline taco showdown will crown the best taco in the region next month. Geronimo Hospitality Group Director of Entertainment and Programming Ryan Hickey says the inaugural Beloit Taco Takedown will take place on August 10th from 3:00 until 9:00 p.m. at the Ironworks Campus. Guests will have the...
Beloit man accused of punching 91-year-old in the face
A 24-year-old Beloit man is accused of punching a 91-year-old man in the head following a fender bender. According to the criminal complaint, the elderly victim was traveling northbound on Spruce Street the evening of July 14th when he swerved and hit a parked car while trying to avoid another car backing out of a driveway.
Harry Potter bash to return to Marshall this year
MARSHALL — Mr. H. Potter’s Birthday Bash will be returning to Marshall for the third year, and with more vendors and activities than ever before. Becky Armstrong is the market manager for Marshall Farmers and Artisans River Market, and the event organizer for the Bash. She said Harry Potter has always been significant to her. ...
New Amazon distribution facility set to break ground in September
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - After a two year delay, a new Amazon distribution facility in Cottage Grove is breaking ground this September. The 3 million square-foot facility will be located at the intersection of highways N and TT. The distribution center is expected to generate more than $5 million in...
Janesville School District plans job fair
JANESVILLE — The Janesville School District will host a job fair on Tuesday, July 30 from 3-6 p.m. and Wednesday, July 31, from 9 to noon, both at Marshall Middle School, 25 S. Pontiac Dr.. “For those hoping to find fresh start, a different job, or a new career direction, job seekers will find a wealth of exciting opportunities for employment at” the district, a statement from the district reads. ...
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