Ellie here. We’ve got a lot to talk about, let’s get into it.
First, thank you to everyone who shared how the Affordable Care Act has impacted your life. With the law’s 14th anniversary around the corner, your stories are a powerful reminder of what access to health care can mean for people and families across the country.
In the news, the US-Israel conflict with Iran is ongoing and is having an impact on Wisconsinites. According to AAA, the average price of a regular gallon of gas on March 9 was up 40 cents from the week before. On March 5, the national average had increased by 27 cents per gallon.
Have you noticed an increase in gas prices? What’s your take? Let me know.
Today, we’ve got our last edition of Meet the Candidates for the gubernatorial race, where we’re taking a look at Sen. Kelda Roys’ campaign. Next week, we’ll share a full recap, then shift our attention to district races.
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“Beautiful ending to a perfect day! Sunset taken from the bluffs of the Mississippi River.” (Courtesy of Jim and Nancy I.)
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Jim and Nancy I. from Stoddard sent in this awesome photo of a sunset over the Mississippi River. What a great scene, thanks for sharing!
Share your Wisconsin view—from sunsets to lakes, trails, wildlife, or snapshots of your four-legged friends—for a chance to be featured.
With warmer weather on the horizon, concert season isn’t far behind. Here are the shows you won’t want to miss this year.
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On behalf of our parent company, COURIER, check out this March 12 virtual event:
Big national decisions can have real impacts close to home—especially when it comes to health care.
COURIER is hosting a live virtual event, MAHA & the Midterms, to help break down how recent political choices are shaping health care access, affordability, and what families should know moving forward.
The conversation features author Hank Green, psychologist Dr. Mary Trump, US Rep. Lauren Underwood (a registered nurse), Shaughnessy Naughton of 314 Action, and medical analyst Dr. Vin Gupta.
Join us for an informative discussion designed to help you better understand the issues—no policy background required.
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Why Wisconsin has spring elections
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Wisconsin holds local elections separately from the general elections in November. These races take place during the state’s Spring Election in April.
These elections include:
➡️ School board members
➡️ Municipal officials (mayor, city council, town board)
➡️ County supervisors
➡️ Circuit court judges
➡️ Occasionally, seats on the Wisconsin Supreme Court
This began in the 19th century, when state leaders sought to reduce local government’s ties to partisan national elections. To this day, most spring races are officially nonpartisan, meaning candidates do not run with party labels on the ballot.
There are two election dates in the spring cycle:
➡️ February Primary — only held if a race has more than two candidates
➡️ April Election — the final vote
These elections can have major consequences. For example, elections to the Wisconsin Supreme Court can shape rulings on voting laws, legislative maps, and major state policies for years.
To stay informed about what’s on your ballot for this year’s spring election, visit MyVote Wisconsin and enter your address.
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(Courtesy of Friends of Kelda Roys)
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Kelda Roys is a Democratic candidate in Wisconsin’s 2026 gubernatorial race. She is a current Wisconsin State Senator, representing District 26.
On her campaign website, Roys lists her priorities as expanding affordable health care, opposing the Trump Administration, creating economic opportunity, supporting public education, building housing, and more.
“If you want a progressive who can actually win statewide and win a general election, that’s me. I check a lot of those boxes. I’ve got rural roots from north of Highway 29 where I was a little girl, and I represent a big urban area now.” Roys said in an interview with UpNorthNews’ Pat Kreitlow.
“I’ve got the most experience and a long bipartisan track record. So, those things going to be really attractive to the kinds of general election voters that we’re going to need to win this race.”
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(Courtesy of Friends of Kelda Roys)
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By Bonnie Fuller
Kelda Roys is determined that no woman in Wisconsin who loses a baby through a miscarriage or stillbirth will ever be put through the additional emotional trauma of being charged with a crime because of her loss.
That’s why the Wisconsin senator recently introduced the first bill of its kind in the state—the Pregnancy Loss Protection Act. The goal is to prevent any zealous anti-abortion prosecutor or law enforcement officer from targeting a person who suffers from a miscarriage or stillbirth.
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Thanks for reading. This newsletter was written by Ellie Bourdo with stories from Bonnie Fuller. It was edited by Paula Solis.
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