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Closing Monday, we want to hear your opinion
Help today, your voice matters to us Dear reader, This survey will close end-of-day, Monday, March 2, 2026 UpNorthNews is surveying our readers to inform our work for 2026. Our audience grew significantly last year, and we’d like to learn more about who we’re reaching—and how we can serve you better. Whether you’re new to…
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Your guide to taking action this week
Plus: Cow cuddles are helping save dairy farms Share with a friend Good morning! Ellie here. Thank you to everyone who sent in their music recommendations yesterday. I love hearing what you all are listening to! Speaking of music, I’m thinking of creating a playlist of all of your music suggestions for everyone to…
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Wisconsin spring outlook: 2026 forecasts
Plus: How this ‘red’ county got election wins with ‘blue’ research help Share with a friend Good morning! Ellie here. With a new season on the horizon comes a new playlist. Here’s some music that’s been in my rotation: 🎶 “Arcadia” by Goose 🎶 “Live For You” by Thee Sacred Souls 🎶 “On & On”…
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Meet the candidate: Missy Hughes’ gubernatorial campaign
Plus: Hughes’ plan for Wisconsin’s economy Share with a friend Good morning, Wisconsin! Ellie here. We’re back with another edition of Meet the Candidates. Let’s jump in. Today, we’re taking a look at democratic candidate, Missy Hughes. She is one of the seven democratic candidates in Wisconsin’s gubernatorial race. Talk about crowded! We’ve also got…
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🗞️ Please, we want to hear your opinion again
What’s one thing you’d change about how you get news here? Dear reader, Thank you for being a part of the community we’re building here at UpNorthNews. As a reader supported news organization, you’re at the center of everything we do. Our audience grew significantly last year, and we’d like to learn more about who…
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Meet the Wausau athlete headed to Milan
Plus: About Jordan Stolz’s journey to win gold Share with a friend Good morning! Ellie here. I don’t know about you, but I feel like February has flown by. How is it already almost March? This weekend, the 2026 Winter Olympics wrapped up, with the US men’s hockey team winning gold against Canada. How awesome…
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Mark your calendar: Wisconsin events you’ll love
Plus: What to know about Pat Murphy’s contract extension Share with a friend Good morning, Wisconsin! Ellie here. Happy Monday! This week is Public Schools Week, a time dedicated to the celebration and appreciation of educators. Throughout the week, the Wisconsin Public Education Network has different ways you can show your appreciation and…
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How to take action in Wisconsin this week
Plus: A Wisconsin ice cream company celebrates 50 years Share with a friend Good morning! Ellie here. TGIF! It’s the first Friday of the Lenten season, which I would assume means many of you are headed out for a fish fry tonight. In case you’re looking for a new spot, our Locals Love…
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How to take action in Wisconsin this week
Plus: Bucks legends named Hall of Fame finalists Share with a friend Good morning! Ellie here. Tomorrow is Valentine’s Day, and yesterday I asked for your favorite V-Day candies or what you have planned. This is what you said: 🍫 “Hughes Chocolates located on the south side of Oshkosh, WI, is my all…
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Dive bars our readers can’t get enough of
Plus: $10M donation for Children’s Wisconsin Share with a friend Good morning! Ellie here. TGIF! This weekend, I’m planning on watching the Olympics and the Super Bowl. I’m most excited for the Bad Bunny halftime show! Do you have any plans for the big game? Let me know! If you’re looking for something to…
