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What time is it? Check Sauk County
Also: Move our primary elections? Share with a friend ☀️ Good morning! It’s Sunday, March 8, 2026 ⏰ If you want to know what time it is — right now — keep in mind we sprung ahead thanks to Daylight Saving Time overnight. If you want to know what time it is in Wisconsin politics,…
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Ready to get out? Here’s your ‘Do Something!’ calendar
Plus: How AI is complicating the job hunt for new grads Share with a friend Good morning! Ellie here. Happy Friday! We’ve got a lot of recommendations from our readers on new places you should try. Let’s jump in. For today’s Locals Love, we’re taking a look at your favorite small businesses in…
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12 must-visit women-owned businesses
Plus: Duffy reaches fork in the road at Superior’s Blatnik Bridge Share with a friend Good morning! Ellie here. Last week, I asked for some music recommendations. This is what you shared: 🎵 “Central” by John Frusciante — Tim A. 🎵 “Stuck on You” by Ember — Julie W. 🎵 “Spring Can Really Hang You Up…
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Meet the candidate: Lt. Gov. Rodriguez’s gubernatorial campaign
Plus: How Rodriguez wants to protect Wisconsin. Share with a friend Good morning, Wisconsin! Ellie here. There’s a lot happening in the news. Let’s jump in. On Feb. 28, President Donald Trump attacked Iran alongside Israel, targeting and killing the country’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. During Trump’s presidential candidacy, he campaigned on…
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11 Wisconsin facts that’ll surprise even locals
Plus: Real people are proving politics isn’t just for watching Share with a friend Good morning! Ellie here. It’s officially March, which means it’s also Women’s History Month! The annual US tradition honors and celebrates the achievements and contributions of women throughout our nation’s history. It is also a time to highlight the…
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Wisconsin’s best fish fries (according to you!)
Plus: A look at the 2026 World Cheese competitors Share with a friend Good morning, Wisconsin! Ellie here. It’s officially March! I’m hoping that means we’ll finally see some consistent warm weather. One of my favorite ways to enjoy the warm spring weather is with a hike. What are your go-to spring-time activities? Let…
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Closing Monday, we want to hear your opinion
Help today, your voice matters to us Dear reader, This survey will close end-of-day, Monday, March 2, 2026 UpNorthNews is surveying our readers to inform our work for 2026. Our audience grew significantly last year, and we’d like to learn more about who we’re reaching—and how we can serve you better. Whether you’re new to…
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Researching your local candidates
Also: Two kinds of bipartisanship Share with a friend ☀️ Good morning! It’s Sunday, March 1, 2026 In Wisconsin, a thermometer isn’t always a straight up and down line. Sometimes it’s a roller coaster! Over the past few days we got a break from winter one moment — with temps pushing 50 — but next…
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Your guide to taking action this week
Plus: Cow cuddles are helping save dairy farms Share with a friend Good morning! Ellie here. Thank you to everyone who sent in their music recommendations yesterday. I love hearing what you all are listening to! Speaking of music, I’m thinking of creating a playlist of all of your music suggestions for everyone to…
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Wisconsin spring outlook: 2026 forecasts
Plus: How this ‘red’ county got election wins with ‘blue’ research help Share with a friend Good morning! Ellie here. With a new season on the horizon comes a new playlist. Here’s some music that’s been in my rotation: 🎶 “Arcadia” by Goose 🎶 “Live For You” by Thee Sacred Souls 🎶 “On & On”…
