7 Black-owned restaurants you need to try

August 20, 2026

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Good morning!

Ellie here. While summer might be coming to a close for some, mine is just ramping up.

Last weekend, my family and I headed up north to Minocqua for our annual trip. We spent most of our time relaxing on the boat or by the lake.

This weekend, I’m headed back up north to Townsend with about 20 of my close friends. This is an annual trip we’ve been doing for a while, it’s always a highlight of my summer.

And while we’re talking about Up North, where exactly ‘Up North’ begins is always quite the debate for Wisconsinites.

Since I’m from Southeastern Wisconsin, to me, Up North is most of the state. I want to know what you consider to be Up North. Let me know your thoughts!

Ellie Bourdo

Newsletter Editor, UpNorthNews

First, a few headlines from around the state:

☔ Rainfall totals are far lower than normal this year in our state. In Western Wisconsin, the drought is becoming a larger concern for farmers, homeowners, and shoppers. (WSAW)

🎵 Earlier this week, two Oshkosh businesses had a surprise visitor. Ed Sheeran stopped at Leon’s Frozen Custard and 01 Vintage after performing in Minneapolis. (WBAY)

🗞 On Sunday night, numerous fights broke out at the Wisconsin State Fair. Seven people have been arrested following the incident. (TMJ4)

We’ve continued to get some awesome sunset photos over the past few weeks! Keep them coming.

Here’s another one from our reader, Linda M.

“This was a beautiful view of the bay at sunset. I love the clouds.”

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ICYMI: The Badger State Buzz

Looking for a way to spend your weekend?

Don’t forget to check out the Badger State Buzz, where we keep you up to date on the events and happenings around our state!

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7 Black-owned restaurants that are redefining Wisconsin’s food scene

Awa Sibi’s West African upbringing inspires the menu at Les Delices de Awa. (Eric Anders Photography)

Did you know that August is Black Business Month?

Across our state, Black-owned restaurant owners and chefs are introducing diners to food that represents their heritage and creativity.

These Black-owned restaurants in Wisconsin are worth supporting this Black Business Month and beyond.

See the full list →

How Wisconsin, Under Armour created Lambeau Field alternate uniforms

Wisconsin linebacker Cooper Catalano, from left, linebacker Mason Posa, quarterback Colton Joseph, and wide receiver Chris Brooks pose for a photo at Lambeau Field while wearing the alternate uniforms the Badgers will wear in the season opener there. (USA Today via Reuters Connect)

The Wisconsin Badger football team will play the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Lambeau Field on Sept. 6 for their season opener.

And if you haven’t seen, they’ll be wearing something new. Here’s how the alternate uniforms came to be, and the inspiration they took from Lambeau Field.

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Thanks for reading. This newsletter was written by Ellie Bourdo with stories from Erin Yarnall and USA Today Network via Reuters Connect. It was edited by Crystal Niforos.

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