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Dec 2025 17

Wisconsin’s 10 most heartwarming news stories of 2025

By Erin Yarnall | LOCAL CULTURE, COMMUNITY, Erin Yarnall

The news isn’t always bad: There were plenty of heartwarming stories across the state throughout the year.

The news isn’t always bad: There were plenty of heartwarming stories across the state throughout 2025.

Dec 2025 11

The Eagle River Ice Castle: A 92-year-old winter tradition

By Erin Yarnall | LOCAL CULTURE, EVERGREEN, Erin Yarnall

Northern Wisconsin is home to its own beautifully constructed castle, but only for a short time when the weather is just right.

Dec 2025 5

10 of the best cut-your-own Christmas tree farms in Wisconsin

By Holly Garcia | LOCAL CULTURE, EVERGREEN, Holly Garcia

Make your holidays merry and bright with an experience to remember. Visit one of the best cut-your-own-tree farms in Wisconsin this season.

Come Christmastime, dashing over to a cut-your-own tree farm is a beloved Wisconsin tradition.

Nov 2025 20

What makes Wisconsin ‘America’s Dairyland?’ These quirky laws and regulations could hold the answer

By USA Today Network via Reuters Connect | LOCAL CULTURE, COMMUNITY, USA Today Network via Reuters Connect

Wisconsin takes pride in being the "America's Dairyland," but with that title has come some unique laws and certifications to protect the integrity of the state's dairy industry.

Nov 2025 10

How to celebrate Native American Heritage Month in Wisconsin

By Ellie Bourdo | LOCAL CULTURE, COMMUNITY, Ellie Bourdo

November is National Native American Heritage Month, also known as American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month. The month was designated by President George W. Bush in 1990. The month celebrates and honors the history, culture, and contributions of Indigenous...

Native American Heritage Month. Native American tribe near the Wisconsin Dells.

Nov 2025 5

Bikes for Kids Wisconsin launches new grocery delivery program

By Ellie Bourdo | LOCAL CULTURE, COMMUNITY, Ellie Bourdo

Bikes for Kids Wisconsin teams up with The River Food Pantry to pilot ‘Meals on 2 Wheels’ initiative.

Jamie Midthun from The River Food Pantry and Pepe Barros with the fully loaded cargo bike for Bikes for Kids Wisconsin.

Oct 2025 24

Bikes for Kids Wisconsin hosts Giving Tuesday Telethon to donate bikes to children in need

By Ellie Bourdo | LOCAL CULTURE, COMMUNITY, Ellie Bourdo

Bikes for Kids Wisconsin is raising money to donate bikes to children in the community.

Oct 2025 23

8 reasons why the Historic Third Ward is MKE’s coolest neighborhood

By Erin Yarnall | LOCAL CULTURE, EVERGREEN, Erin Yarnall

From its ever-present history to its unbeatable shopping to its opportunities to embrace the outdoors, Third Ward is hands down MKE’s coolest neighborhood.