Ellie here. We’ve been teasing it for a while, and today is finally the day.

UpNorthNews and Main Street Action are co-sponsoring a poll of Wisconsin voters ahead of the Democratic gubernatorial candidate debate and the Aug. 11 partisan primary.

The poll comes six days after a Marquette University Law School poll showed state Rep. Francesca Hong ahead, but nearly 50% of respondents said they remain undecided.

First, a few headlines from around the state:

🗞 A report found that Wisconsin gubernatorial candidate Mandela Barnes’ PAC spent less than 15% on candidates. (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)

🌩 Multiple communities across our state experienced severe weather throughout the day yesterday, seeing hailstones up to three inches. (WLUK)

➡️ A lot has happened in the span of a few months for the Democratic candidates for Wisconsin governor. We’re seeing where everyone stands today.

In yesterday’s Badger State Buzz, we talked about some of the awesome county fairs that our state has to offer.

Our reader, Joe W., captured this great photo of one.

“Speaking of county fairs, this is from Waukesha’s.”

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There’s still plenty of time this summer to head to the beach, and in Wisconsin, you’ve got plenty to choose from!

We’ve rounded up some of the cleanest lakes and beaches our state has to offer. Check it out to find your next beach day.

Fans keep count of strikeouts by Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Jacob Misiorowski in the fifth inning against the Colorado Rockies at American Family Field, July 26, 2026, in Milwaukee. (Benny Sieu-Imagn Images)

Thanks for reading. This newsletter was written by Ellie Bourdo with stories from Fiona Hatch and USA Today Network via Reuters Connect. It was edited by Paula Solis.

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