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Wisconsin’s Maple Syrup Trail: Sugar shacks where you can get Wisconsin-made maple syrup
You don’t need to travel to Canada to get maple syrup from the source; peruse the options from Wisconsin’s sugar shacks.
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Milwaukee Bucks Marques Johnson, Doc Rivers finalists for the basketball hall of fame
Milwaukee Bucks legend Marques Johnson and current head coach Doc Rivers were named finalists for the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame.
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Here’s your ‘Do Something!’ calendar for February 13-19
Your weekly guide to upcoming Wisconsin political events, protests, advocacy opportunities, and ways to take action statewide–Friday, Feb. 13-Thursday, Feb. 19.
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9 unique Wisconsin Valentine’s Day activities
There’s no shortage of special ways to spend Valentine’s Day in Wisconsin, from vow renewals at a brewery to disco ice skating. Whether you’re spending February 14th with your partner or friends, here are some unique events around the state to help commemorate the occasion: Wild for You! – A Valentine’s Night, Madison (Feb. 13)…
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This martial arts form, founded in Milwaukee, continues to empower students
Cheryl Knox, 66, used to walk past the Kempo Goju dojo on her way to and from Keefe Avenue Elementary in the mid-1970s. She said she was enamored by the trophies in the window and the martial arts students training in the distance. “I was captivated by everything,” Knox said. “I always thought, one day, I would go inside, and then…
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What’s Happening in Wisconsin: Your View and the Badger State Buzz (Feb. 9-15)
Welcome to this week’s Wisconsin View and Badger State Buzz—two staples of the UpNorthNews newsletter.
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February is Black History Month. Here’s how to celebrate in Wisconsin
February is Black History Month. Here’s how to celebrate in Wisconsin.
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Immigration operations in neighboring states inspire local action
Following the shootings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti by federal immigration agents in Minnesota, many Milwaukee residents have felt called to prepare their own communities for a potential increase in immigration enforcement, and to support those protesting in Minnesota. Angie Capelle, a Milwaukee resident living in Shorewood, said she has participated in several local…
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Here’s your ‘Do Something!’ calendar for February 6-12
Your weekly guide to upcoming Wisconsin political events, protests, advocacy opportunities, and ways to take action statewide.
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Northern Wisconsin curling club fosters community
In Northern Wisconsin, curling is bringing people together. The Rhinelander “Hodag” Curling Club started a little over three years ago after a group of passionate curlers wanted to introduce the sport to the northern area of the state. Today, the curling club is fostering a community for people of all ages and abilities in Northern…
