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She spent months on the streets. Now she helps save homeless youths in Madison
TaMaya Travis’s work with EverStrong gets 17-24 year olds off the street and into homes and jobs.
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Rock hunting in Wisconsin: Your official guide
Rocks and crystals and fossils—oh my! Enjoy this guide for rock hunting in Wisconsin, which includes what you should know and what you can expect to find.
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Celebrate Wisconsinbly: A guide to the state’s weird alcohol laws
Every year, dozens of Wisconsin cities land on lists of the drunkest cities in America. Like it or not, drinking has become a big part of Badger State culture. And, for that reason, we have some hyper-specific, rather unusual alcohol laws on the books!
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Why Wisconsin’s shipwrecks are disappearing
The Great Lakes’ frigid fresh water used to keep shipwrecks so well preserved that divers could see dishes in the cupboards. Today, an invasive mussel species is destroying centuries of history–forcing historians, archeologists, and divers into a race against time.
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Taking a spring break staycation? Here are 20 family-friendly spots
From the Lake Superior Lowland to the Northern Highland, here are Wisconsin’s best all-ages activities to try during a spring break staycation this spring.
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Everything you need to know about container gardening in Wisconsin
Learn about what container gardening is, what you’ll need for a fruitful garden, and what grows best in Wisconsin.
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Wisconsin high schools thrive with Career and Technical Education
Wisconsin students engage in hands-on learning, from running cafés to practicing CPR, ensuring they gain vital skills for future careers and community impact.
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Free lead testing in Milwaukee: What you need to know
Lead poisoning in Milwaukee is back in focus after a case at Golda Meir Lower School. Officials stress the importance of testing for children.
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You may qualify to file your taxes for free in Wisconsin—here’s how
An estimated 830,000 Wisconsin residents will be eligible to use the IRS Direct File program to file their taxes this year.
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Packers legend Vince Lombardi was the original “DEI” defender
You know who supported “DEI” (diversity, equity, and inclusion) long before it was ever an acronym? Vince Lombardi.
