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We found Wisconsin’s best cheese curds across 7 categories
Sunday is National Cheese Curd Day, and here in Wisconsin, where to find the state’s best curds is a hot debate. Fresh, flavored, or frozen? That question alone can divide families. But first, let’s start with the facts: Wisconsin produces more cheese than any other...

From Accordions to Mustard – 8 Must-See Wisconsin Museums
Whether you enjoy art, history, or just a really spicy mustard, Wisconsin is filled with one-of-a-kind museums showcasing the state’s very best. Here are a few we believe everyone should visit at least once

Wisconsin Republicans pitch amendment to block church closures during emergencies
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Republicans are trying again to block government agencies from closing churches during emergencies, this time with a constitutional amendment.

Book It to These 12 Wisconsin Independent Bookstores
Spend $100 at an independent bookstore, and $68 stays local. That’s just one of the research-backed benefits of supporting your neighborhood bookstore. A great day to do it is this Saturday, April 29.

20 Black Men & Women Who Shaped Wisconsin History
From the first slaves fighting for freedom to the modern day leaders rallying for change, Black people have positively and permanently changed the Badger state. This Black History Month, we’re sharing their stories.

Meet the Woman Making Wisconsin Buildings Brighter One Mural at a Time
Fresh off finishing a 95-foot mural on the side of a Janesville school, Emily Balsey shares her biggest projects, her proudest accomplishments, and the advice she’d give any aspiring artist.

6 Wisconsin Waterfront Restaurants to Visit if You Want to Dine With a View
Spring, summer, winter, or fall, we love the water.

Not Your Average Sundae: Celebrate National Ice Cream Day at These Wisconsin Shops That Pay-It-Forward
More than a cherry—they serve their scoops with charity on top.

Wisconsin’s Wealthiest: These Are the Top Five Billionaires—and the Siblings Who Share the No. 6 Spot
They are founders and heirs of companies that range from legacy products to new technologies.