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What’s happening in Wisconsin: Badger State Buzz (July 27-Aug. 2)

Welcome to this week’s Wisconsin View and Badger State Buzz—two staples of the UpNorthNews newsletter.

What’s happening in Wisconsin: Badger State Buzz (July 27-Aug. 2)
Here's a little throwback to fall, showing the beautiful colors our state has to offer. (Courtesy of Scott J.)

Welcome to this week’s Wisconsin View and Badger State Buzz—two staples of the UpNorthNews newsletter. If you want to see the Badger State Buzz as soon as it drops each week, make sure you’re subscribed. And if you’d like your photo featured, like reader Scott J., capturing the beautiful colors our state has to offer., just reply to any newsletter with your submission.

Now, onto your Badger State Buzz:

Wisconsin Women’s Golf Championship, Madison (July 29-31)

Watch rising professional women golfers compete in Madison as they work toward earning a place on the LPGA Tour.

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Ozaukee County Fair, Cedarburg (July 29-Aug. 2)

Enjoy this free county fair featuring live music, carnival rides, truck and tractor pulls, demolition derbies, fireworks, livestock exhibitions, family-friendly entertainment, and more.

Mile of Music Festival, Appleton (July 30-Aug. 2)
This festival takes place in downtown Appleton and hosts 200 artists at 35 venues across a mile of College Avenue. Artist genres include folk, rock, and blues.

Jackson County Fair, Black River Falls (July 28-Aug. 2)

Head to Black River Falls for five days of family-friendly fun with entertainment, attractions, and activities for all ages.

Columbia County Fair, Portage (July 29-Aug. 2)

This county fair features carnival rides, grandstand events, showcases, vendors, and live entertainment.

Langlade County Fair, Antigo (July 30-Aug. 2)

Celebrate 140 years with carnival rides, fair food, livestock shows, 4-H exhibits, live music, grandstand events, tractor pulls, demolition derby contests, and more.

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That’s your Buzz for the week. If you make it to any of these events—or capture a scene worth sharing—reply to any of our daily newsletters with a photo. We always look forward to seeing what Wisconsin looks like through your eyes.

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  • Ellie Bourdo is UpNorthNews’ newsletter editor. A Wisconsin native, she was born and raised in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin and graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with degrees in journalism and Spanish. In her free time, Ellie enjoys spending time with family and friends on the lake or at the ski hill.

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