Ellie here. Even though it’s September, it sure doesn’t feel like fall yet.

One of the best parts of fall is the cooler weather. And I don’t know about you, but I’m sick of the heat.

Arguably my favorite part of fall, though, is football season. I’m definitely ready to get back to football Sundays, and they’re just within reach.

This Sunday, the Wisconsin Badgers have their first game of the season. They’ll be facing off against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Lambeau Field.

I’ll be spending my Sunday watching that game with friends, some drinks, and snacks—which leads me to my next question: What do you think is the best game-day snack? My personal favorite is taco dip. Let me know your picks!

And don’t forget: For tomorrow’s Locals Love, I want to know about your favorite candy shops from around your community. Send in your picks, and tell me why, to have them featured!

First, a few headlines from around the state:

🏒 Wisconsin Badger hockey teams will head to the Frozen Tundra. Both the men and women teams will be playing at Lambeau in Feb. 2027. (WLUK)

🗞 A debate has been announced for Wisconsin’s race for governor. Both David Crowley and Tom Tiffany have agreed to meet on Oct. 21 at Marquette University Law School. (WISN 12)

🦠 Wisconsin has seen a rise in measles. More than 100 cases have been confirmed this year. (TMJ4)

Once again, we’ve got no shortage of incredible views in our state.

And this one might be on my favorites list, from our reader Paul R.

“White Potato Lake near Pound, WI.”

Head to Warrens for the World’s Largest Cranberry Festival on Sept. 25, 26, and 27. (Aaron of L.A. Photography/Shutterstock)

Daniel Bukiewicz (left) and Dylan Pfaffenbach (right) are the Democratic and Republican candidates for Wisconsin’s Assembly District 21.

Thanks for reading. This newsletter was written by Ellie Bourdo with stories from Holly Garcia and Ellie Bourdo. It was edited by Crystal Niforos.

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