Ellie here. As I mentioned earlier this week, I’m headed to Colorado this weekend with my boyfriend.

During our time there, we’ll be heading to Red Rocks to see the band Goose. I can’t wait! And thank you to everyone who sent in recommendations of things we should check out while we’re there.

Speaking of music, my boyfriend and I have had a continuous discussion about what we think is the best album of all time.

So far we’ve agreed on three albums: Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon, Michael Jackson’s Thriller, and Led Zeppelin’s Led Zeppelin IV.

Now, I want to add you all into the conversation. What do you think is the best album of all time? I’m not talking about your favorite, but one that will go down in history. Let me know what you think!

We’ve been getting a lot of great sunset views from our readers, but the sunrises are just as beautiful.

Here’s an awesome look at one, from our reader Bruce C.

“Here is a view of the morning sunrise on Lower Spring lake in Palmyra, Jefferson County.”

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Click the map to find a book store near you!

This week, I asked for your favorite bookstores around your community. Here’s what you had to say:

📍Epilogue Books, Menomonee Falls

“Epilogue Books in Menomonee Falls is the coziest bookstore you ever did see. It’s my absolute favorite and a must visit while visiting our gorgeous downtown district.” — Layla O.

📍Novel Bay Books, Sturgeon Bay

“Great store with friendly and helpful staff.” — Julia C.

📍Lion’s Mouth Bookstore, Green Bay

“They have a robust community presence, with lots of book-related events, author signings, and partner events with other community businesses – like the Books and Brews events at a local brewery.” — Ellen R.

📍Janke Book Store, Wausau

“It has tons of books by and about locals, gifts and a used section in the basement. Another favorite if you love used books, is Thimbleberry in downtown Marshfield! It is the epitome of what you think of when you say “bookstore”: it’s in an old building, stuffed with all genre of books, properly labeled, with comfy sofas and chairs. It reminds me of the wand shop in Harry Potter!” — Brenda P.

📍Sojourn Booksellers, Stevens Point

“An independent book store with old world charm. Wonderful selection of books, special orders available, and a monthly Silent Book Club. It Shares a building with other creative local shops, including a stationery press, a floral shop, and a cocktail lounge.” — Dorothy S.

📍Pearl Street Books, La Crosse

“Such a great atmosphere sometimes you just go in to smell the books! They have everything: new, old, used, trade in. And if they don’t have it, they’ll get it!” — Melissa M.

Next week, I want to hear about your favorite candy stores. Hit reply to have your pick featured.

Poll workers at polling station.

(Left) US Rep. Derrick Van Orden yells at a witness during a hearing of the House Agriculture Committee on April 8, 2025 at the US Capitol. (Right) Samples of deepfake videos Van Orden has posted on social media.

Thanks for reading. This newsletter was written by Ellie Bourdo with stories from Abigail Deatrick and Pat Kreitlow. It was edited by Crystal Niforos.

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