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Staff say a library’s role is to provide information, acknowledging that may upset some residents. "The saddest part is most people who are against certain books haven't even read them," Altoona Library Associate Kim Butnick said. Photo Courtesy AP Photo/Ted Shaffrey
Banned Book Backlash: How Wisconsin Libraries Are Fighting to Keep All Books on Shelves

In Altoona, staff members at the public library are working to set up a display for Banned Book Week. “It’s kind of sad we even have a ‘Banned Book Week’ in this country,” Library Associate Kim Butnick told UpNorthNews. “It’s important to remember that every book isn’t for everyone. And that’s okay—just don’t tell others...

10 Must-Try Restaurants for Authentic Hispanic Food In & Around Madison
10 Must-Try Restaurants for Authentic Hispanic Food In & Around Madison

A roundup of amazing Hispanic and Latin restaurants in Madison and its suburbs.

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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with These Must-Read Books, According to Our Staff

Discover must-read books by Hispanic and Latino authors to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, handpicked by our Courier Newsroom staff.

Brewing Community: 11 Women-Owned Coffee Shops In & Around Milwaukee to Support
11 Women-Owned Coffee Shops In & Around Milwaukee to Support

Celebrate National Coffee Day (and every day) with these women-owned java joints in Milwaukee.

Get Out Your Puffy Vests: Here’s Your Fall Fun Bucket List For Southern Wisconsin
Get Out Your Puffy Vests: Here’s Your Fall Fun Bucket List For Southern Wisconsin

This curated list of activities at 18 farms in the southern half of the state includes everything from haunted hayrides and tricky corn mazes to freshly pressed apple cider and caramel apples.

Cool Classes Anyone Can Take at Wisconsin’s Colleges & Universities
Cool Classes Anyone Can Take at Wisconsin’s Colleges & Universities

Whether they help you improve your skills in an existing hobby or introduce you to something brand new, here are some of the most quirky classes that are open to anyone at various colleges and universities throughout Wisconsin.

Which Craft Breweries and Distilleries are Owned By Women in Wisconsin?
Which Craft Breweries and Distilleries are Owned By Women in Wisconsin?

A Wisconsin woman’s place is in the house—the brew house, that is. Here are 6 WI breweries and distilleries owned by women.