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We found 5 places in Wisconsin you can explore for free
Wisconsin offers a wide array of free attractions for visitors to enjoy.
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Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with these staff-recommended must-read books
We asked our colleagues across Courier Newsroom to share recommendations for books by AAPI authors. Here’s what they said.
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Reality royalty: 12 Wisconsin contestants who made their mark
Read about 12 of the most recent and iconic Wisconsin contestants who’ve competed on the silver screen.
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One year on the Wienermobile: The life of a Wisconsin hotdogger
20,000+ miles. 16 states. 40+ cities. 12 months. Hotdogger Samantha Benish has been hard at work since graduating from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in the spring of 2023. Her office? The 27-foot-long Oscar Mayer Wienermobile!
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4 of the most iconic foods invented in Wisconsin
Since joining the US as the 30th state in 1848, America’s Dairyland has brought to the table a cuisine strongly influenced by its German and Scandinavian heritage. Here are four of our most iconic food creations.
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Four places it’s 100% okay to tip $0 in Wisconsin
Most people plan to tip at the usual suspects – restaurants, salons, ride-shares – but nowadays, it feels like customers are being prompted to tip just about everywhere – from convenience store counters to checkout kiosks at airports. Here’s the deal: You don’t have to tip everywhere. There are still a few scenarios where etiquette…
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The 8 most convincing UFO sightings in Wisconsin history
From flying saucers to aliens making pancakes, here are eight of the most convincing (but probably false) UFO sightings in Wisconsin.
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What’s the best budget-friendly destination in Wisconsin?
From hidden gems to popular attractions, this readers’ choice poll is dedicated to highlighting the best budget-friendly destinations Wisconsin has to offer.
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VIDEO: 3 Family-Fun Activities in West Allis
Looking for family-friendly activities in West Allis? UpNorthNews’ new correspondent JMatt (@jmattmke) has you covered! He’s highlighting three iconic locations, Reunion Restaurant (@reunionwestallis), Cream City Clay (@creamcityclay), and Icredi-Roll (@incredirollskate), and sharing what’s special about each. Trust us, these activities are fun for kids of all ages—and they might even help you embrace your inner…
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VIDEO: This Wisconsin woman is grateful for IVF
Rachel Hahn has ALWAYS wanted to be a mother. But polycystic ovary syndrome and other complications made that a challenge for her and her husband, Chris. So the Elk Mound couple used fertility treatments and their first child, a son, born in 2013. However, the next time around, doctors suggested in vitro fertilization. That would…
