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Fort Community Foundation to invest $1 million to address area housing shortage
The Fort Atkinson Community Foundation Board of Directors has announced that it will be investing $1 million, through a contribution made to the Thrive Economic Development’s Live Local Development Fund, with a stipulation that the money will be used to support housing projects within the boundaries of the School District of Fort Atkinson.
TE Evan Jacobson, the No. 1 2026 recruit in Iowa, discusses early Wisconsin offer, latest in recruitment
The Wisconsin Badgers have been busy this summer with their 2026 recruiting efforts, already picking up a commitment from three-star Ohio quarterback Jarin Mock. But, they’ve spread their focus across the board, looking to get their top targets on campus during the fall for gameday visits and one of those recruits is four-star tight end Evan Jacobson.
Iowa head coach, former Wisconsin assistant suspended for recruiting violation
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz and WRs coach Jon Budmayr will be suspended for the first game of the 2024 season due to a recruiting violation, as first reported by The Athletic’s Scott Dochterman. The Hawkeyes open their 2024 season against Illinois State on Aug. 31. Both coaches will...
Update in search for elderly missing Roscoe man
ROSCOE, Ill. (WTVO) — Family members are giving an update in the search for Gilbert Wierschke, a 76-year-old Roscoe man who went missing on Monday, August 12th. According to his daughter, police K9s were able to track him from his house to the railroad bridge at Gleasman Road. Police used drones and dogs to search […]
Packers finally make the quarterback move fans have been desperate for
The Green Bay Packers' backup quarterback competition has been underwhelming, to say the least. Second-year Sean Clifford has struggled to protect the ball. Seventh-round rookie Michael Pratt is far from perfect and has a lot to learn, but he has outplayed Clifford throughout the summer, showing the potential to become a solid backup.
Emotions run high as Monona Grove community discusses school budget deficit
MONONA, Wis. (WMTV) - Members of the Monona Grove community gathered in front of the district’s school board Thursday to discuss a recently uncovered budget deficit. School Board President Elizabeth Cook wrote an open letter to the community on Tuesday stating that the meeting would share more details about the budget investigation, which was conducted by the new superintendent.
Cochrane plywood plant down due to fire
COCHRANE, Canada — Rockshield plywood plant in Cochrane, Alberta, will be non-operational for up to six months as the result of a fire on August 12th. Company president Tom Scott says the flames appear to have started in a dust collector, but nothing is certain yet. He adds that Rockshield is looking at mitigation measures including buying lumber offered by its competitors.
Monona Grove rolls over Janesville Parker 37-7 in season opener
MONONA — In a game where both Janesville Parker and Monona Grove introduced a new starting quarterback and running back, Monona Grove’s Jace Thomsen and Tremayne Habeck shined to start the season. The pair accounted for five touchdowns as the Silver Eagles won 37-7 over the Vikings in a non-conference matchup at John Klement Stadium on Thursday night. “We knew this would be a test, obviously it was a heck...
Green Bay Packers Sign Madison, Wisconsin Native to 90-Man Roster
The Green Bay Packers are one of the most unique teams in all of professional sports. The fan-owned franchise has a special connection to its community and to the state of Wisconsin in general. Indeed, it is hard to think about the state as a whole without thinking of the Packers.
National Weather Service changes cold weather headlines
There aren’t many of us in the Northland that want to start thinking about cold weather, but its important to know that the National Weather Service is changing its cold weather headlines beginning October 1st, 2024. Here is what’s being changed:. It is important to note that “wind...
National Weather Service: Heat advisory possible this week
JANESVILLE — Heat is on the way early in the coming week. The National Weather Service office in Milwaukee/Sullivan issued a hazardous weather outlook on Friday for excessive heat this week for portions of east central, south central and southeast Wisconsin. Twenty counties were named in the notice, including Rock, Dane, Jefferson, Walworth, Green, Marquette, Green Lake, Fond du Lac, Sheboygan, Sauk, Columbia, Dodge, Washington, Ozaukee, Iowa, Waukesha, Milwaukee, Layfayette,...
Wisconsin Braces for Sweltering Heat: Saturday Could Reach Triple Digits
La Crosse, WI – Wisconsin residents should prepare for sweltering temperatures this weekend as a heatwave intensifies across the region. Beginning Saturday, heat indices in La Crosse and surrounding areas are expected to soar into the upper 80s, with some areas potentially reaching the triple digits by Sunday. According...
This fall festival in east Madison is 100% vegan and has over 50 Wisconsin vendors
Since 2011, Madison's pop-up vegan festival has grown and evolved. The first iteration took place at the Goodman Community Center and expanded in the subsequent years to larger indoor venues like the Alliant Energy Center and Madison College. After a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19 restrictions, the event moved outside and now...
Goodman Pool faces uncertain future in Madison budget debate
When Goodman Pool’s water slides, lap area, diving boards and shallow features close for the season on Sunday, some Madison residents hope it’s not permanent. The 18-year-old pool is among more than 70 services identified by city agencies that could be cut next year to fill an estimated $22 million budget gap.
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