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A Door County company started selling candles for Ukraine. They raised $1+ million!
Our president may not stand with Ukraine, but WE still can – and here’s a simple, but impactful way that supports an incredible Wisconsin business ⤵️ Christiana Gorchynsky Trapani, the owner of Door County Candle Company, is 100% Ukrainian. When Russia invaded the country many of her family members still call home, she started selling…
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The founder of the US National Park Service grew up in Wisconsin
DID YOU KNOW? The driving force behind the US National Park Service spent the majority of his formative years in Wisconsin.
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4 funny ladies with Wisconsin roots
It’s unlikely anyone will ever top Chris Farley when it comes to the title of “Badgerland’s Funniest,” but quite a few Wisconsin women have made a name for themselves in America’s comedy scene.
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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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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.
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Wisconsin DPI seeks sponsors for Summer Food Service Program
Wisconsin seeks sponsors for the 2025 Summer Food Service Program to feed kids in need. School districts and nonprofits can apply by June 15 to help serve millions of meals.
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Wisconsin STEP program prepares students for emergency situations
The STEP program in Wisconsin equips 4th and 5th graders with emergency skills, empowering them to protect themselves, their families, and communities.
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‘Mr. Baseball’ Bob Uecker, Brewers announcer, dies at 90
The Milwaukee native, Brewers icon, and radio voice of the team for 54 years was also a nationally-known TV commentator and comedic actor.
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Wisconsin mom brings holiday cheer to children in cancer treatment
Wisconsin mom Laura Shea is giving back this winter, bringing joy to children who are spending the holidays in the hospital.
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10 tips for staying safe (& out of the ER) during holiday decorating
Wisconsin Emergency Management gives advice on avoiding being one of the 15k people who go to the ER each winter for holiday decorating injuries.
