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  • All about Bon Iver’s ties to Wisconsin

    Plus: Rodriguez drops out of Wisconsin gubernatorial race Share with a friend     Good morning, Wisconsin! Ellie here. Happy Monday! Thanks for starting your week with me. This weekend, I went to another Brewers game where they took on the Miami Marlins. I had a great time! While I love watching baseball, an activity…


  • Mark your calendars for these WI events

    Plus: This Milwaukee neighborhood is stepping up Share with a friend     Good morning! Ellie here. Yesterday, I asked to hear about the songs in your current music rotation. Here’s what you said: “Try the ‘FLAUNT THE IMPERFECTION’ album by China Crisis 1985, produced by Steely Dan’s Walter Becker.” — Jay P. “I highly…


  • Van Orden trashes affordability concerns

    Also: Sara Rodriguez campaign bombshell Share with a friend   It’s a clear cut case of “be careful what you wish for” when it comes to campaigns that were starting to feel dull. It started with a crowded field of candidates for governor, but not a lot of fireworks. Then Missy Hughes exited and endorsed…


  • 6 Wisconsin farmers markets to visit this summer

    Plus: How to avoid the stomach parasite in Wisconsin Share with a friend     Good morning! Ellie here. It’s been a while since we’ve exchanged songs currently in our music rotation! Here’s what I’ve been listening to: 🎵 Carolina Honey – Marcus King Band 🎵 Red Moon – Big Thief 🎵 Who Am I…


  • Meet the candidate: Lisa White’s campaign for state Senate

    Plus: Why Rodriguez fired campaign manager Share with a friend     Good morning, Wisconsin! Ellie here. There’s a lot going on in our state. Let’s jump in! First and foremost, the crazy heat is back. Keep yourself informed on how to stay cool, and find a cooling center near you. Yesterday, counties across the…


  • WI day trips to take before summer ends

    Plus: Wisconsin steps up for Venezuela relief Share with a friend     Good morning! Ellie here. This past weekend I made my way over to Minnesota for the wedding of one of my close friends who I lived with in college. It was the first time my seven roommates from my senior year of…


  • Grab a pint at these historic Wisconsin dive bars

    Plus: ICE presence in Wisconsin is taking a toll on kids Share with a friend     Good morning, Wisconsin! Ellie here. Happy Monday! Thanks for starting your week with us. Last week, I asked who you’re cheering for in the World Cup now that team USA is out. The common consensus was split between…


  • Wisconsin anglers, these spots are for you

    Plus: With Crowley out, who’s still in? Share with a friend     Good morning! Ellie here. TGIF! This weekend, I’m headed to Minnesota for the wedding of my former college roommate. My senior year, I lived with seven other girls, and this is the first time we’ll all be together again in a long…


  • How would you fix healthcare?

    Also: Transgender goats? Really? Share with a friend   🎡 Pop quiz: Which state fair is the best state fair in our state? And a follow-up: Why is it always the Northern Wisconsin State Fair?! 🏆 Okay, I’ll admit there might be a bit of an “up north” favoritism to that question, but I’ve been…


  • Get ready for cream puffs, concerts, and more

    Plus: How tariffs are hurting Wisconsin businesses Share with a friend     Good morning! Ellie here. Earlier this week, I asked if you’ve been keeping up with the World Cup. Here’s what you said: “Enjoying the games and learning a lot.” — Carol C. “I haven’t followed the world cup completely but I have been…