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Wisconsin Braces for Scorching Heat as Temperatures Soar
Milwaukee, WI – Residents across Wisconsin are advised to prepare for a significant heat wave next week. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), above-average temperatures with heat indices between 95 and 100 degrees Fahrenheit are expected. Some areas may experience heat indices exceeding 100 degrees. These elevated temperatures...
Little Gems, July 24, 2024
The last two murals from the BID’s Murals in Motion event back in May are finally getting approval to be placed downtown for everyone to enjoy. This has been a much longer process than anyone expected even the BID members were under the impression the murals would be placed in early June. These two panels left to be placed were waiting for ordinance changes to allow the panels to be installed. Both of the murals were completed offsite to be installed at a later date. The installation of the panels will require half a day to drill in the mortar and hang the panels.
Front Page, July 24, 2024
A scandal brews quietly and slowly up in Elkhorn. This scandal might become, or already is, communicable. It’s the failure of the community to properly inspect building codes, and building contractors’ work, as well as those citizens owning property where nearby vacant land is zoned for single or multi-unit construction. A current nearby building inspector once told this newspaper, when interviewed, that small communities like those currently in existence around the lakes of Geneva, Como, and Delavan simply don’t have the personnel to inspect everything that might be built after proper permits are issued, and consequently, some builders with good track records are simply trusted to follow the approved building plans.
Ample Sweet Corn Crop Expected Despite Challenges
Some farmers believe Illinois is on pace for a good sweet corn season as harvest begins in some areas. –Photo by Catrina Rawson of FarmWeek. As consumers look to add fresh sweet corn to their summer meals, a couple of Illinois producers say conditions have been right for a good crop this season.
Celebrating 95 years of the Rock County 4-H Fair
ROCK COUNTY, Wis. (WMTV) - Janesville welcomes back the Rock County 4-H Fair for year 95! This summer the fair begins on Tuesday, July 23rd and runs through Sunday, July 28th. A county fair filled with rich traditions and fun for all. This fair is an annual family-friendly event held every July in Southern Wisconsin. Fair-goers come from all across the badger state to experience grand stand events, exhibitioner entertainment, great food and of course, the animals!
Milwaukee fatal gas station shooting; mother found guilty, son wanted
MILWAUKEE - A Milwaukee woman was found guilty at trial in connection to a fatal shooting that happened in October 2023. Denika White, 40, was charged with harboring/aiding a felon in the case. She was ultimately arrested in Las Vegas in March. White's son, Fredrick Harmon, is accused of first-degree...
The son of a Milwaukee Brewers legend has signed with the organization
The 2024 MLB Draft has come and gone. Across the United States, numerous baseball players didn't hear their name called. But whether they were a collegiate or prep player they can still sign with Major League Baseball organizations. Per Ken Rosenthal, the Milwaukee Brewers have made an intriguing signing by...
Milwaukee Bucks Health and Wellness; free weight management program
MILWAUKEE - The Milwaukee Bucks announced on Thursday, July 25 a new and free weight management program available to anyone. A news release said the 12-month program combines the three pillars of health – personalized medical care, exercise and nutrition – and has been designed with expert advisors and the Bucks’ performance and sports nutrition departments.
The Elbow Room reopens in Brookfield
BROOKFIELD, Wis. (CBS 58) -- The Elbow Room in Brookfield reopened under new ownership on July 15. Dehne and Robert Jude, two of the restaurant's new owners, joined us on Thursday, July 25 to share more about the reopening and what to expect at The Elbow Room. They talked about...
Fate of Sheboygan middle school rebuilds will go to $121M referendum this fall
SHEBOYGAN – The community will have a chance to vote on a Sheboygan Area School District referendum this November for the rebuild of Urban and Farnsworth middle schools. The school district is seeking a majority vote on the referendum amount of $121 million for the rebuilds of the schools, which are nearly a century old. ...
Anton Brotz brought the world of aviation to Sheboygan in 1923 with daredevil stunts, landing field
SHEBOYGAN – The Sheboygan Press announced on May 12, 1923, that the city had a landing field. According to Press clippings provided by the Sheboygan County Historical Research Center, the landing field was directly south of Moose Park on a plot of 31 acres and was built and operated by Anton Brotz of Kohler. ...
Milwaukee taxpayers might help convert office towers to housing. That tactic is used in Chicago
Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson's administration is considering city financial help to convert downtown office buildings to apartments, including affordable units − marking a new tactic that's being used in Chicago, St. Paul and other cities. That comes as the nationwide office market continues seeing reduced demand tied to remote work's rise. ...
Remains of Wisconsin airman killed in WWII identified
RACINE, Wis. (WBAY) - Almost 80 years after he was killed in World War II, an airman from Racine is coming home. The Defense Department says remains of Staff Sgt. Ralph Bode have been identified. Bode was the tail gunner one one of 25 B-24H Liberators that were shot down...
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