What’s Happening in Wisconsin: Your View and the Badger State Buzz (March 9-15)

"The view never gets old!" (Courtesy of LuAnn N.)

By Ellie Bourdo

March 9, 2026

Welcome to this week’s Wisconsin View and Badger State Buzz—two staples of the UpNorthNews newsletter. If you want to see the Badger State Buzz as soon as it drops each week, make sure you’re subscribed. And if you’d like your photo featured, like reader LuAnn N., capturing a beautiful view of the Lake Michigan Coast, just reply to any newsletter with your submission.

Now, onto your Badger State Buzz:

2026 Soup, Stew & Brew Fest, Milwaukee (March 10)

Spend your evening sampling soup and stew, and pair it with a beer at the Milwaukee Public Market. Proceeds support the Milwaukee Public Schools’ School to Work Program.

Women’s Rights March, Whitewater (March 10)

Join community members for a peaceful march to advocate for women’s rights starting at Starin Park. The event will feature remarks from local candidates before the march.

Annual Leprechaun Hunt, Two Rivers (March 10-18)

Hunt for hidden leprechauns throughout Two Rivers. Snap a selfie with each one you find and submit it, the more you find the higher your chances of winning a prize.

The Marshall Tucker Band, Green Bay (March 13)

Watch the southern rock icons at the Epic Event Center for a night full of timeless hits, like “Can’t You See,” “Fire on the Mountain,” and more.

Downtown Baraboo Brew Ha Ha, Baraboo (March 14)

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day by browsing more than 40 locally owned stores and enjoying a variety of craft beers during this beloved local event.

March into Spring – Wisconsin Makers Market, Chippewa Falls (March 14)

This market will feature handcrafted goods from artisans across Wisconsin and the Midwest, along with products from young entrepreneurs.

That’s your Buzz for the week. If you make it to any of these events—or capture a winter scene worth sharing—reply to any of our daily newsletters with a photo. We always look forward to seeing what Wisconsin looks like through your eyes.

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Ellie Bourdo

Ellie Bourdo is UpNorthNews’ newsletter editor. A Wisconsin native, she was born and raised in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin and graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with degrees in journalism and Spanish. In her free time, Ellie enjoys spending time with family and friends on the lake or at the ski hill. Have a story tip? Reach Ellie at [email protected]. For local reporting in Wisconsin that connects the dots, from policy to people, sign up for UpNorthNews’ "news of the day” email newsletter.

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