Ellie here. Happy Monday! Thanks for starting your week with us.

And there’s no better way to start the week than by knowing the Milwaukee Brewers are headed to the World Series!

The team swept the Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League Championship Series. The Brewers took down the Dodgers 6-4 in Game 4 of the series.

Down 0-4 in the second inning, the team battled back and took the lead. After the game, Jake Bauers was named the NLCS MVP for helping to lead the team to victory.

This is the first time in 44 years that the Brewers have reached the World Series. We’ve been waiting for this one for a long time. 

The World Series kicks off at American Family Field on Friday, Oct. 23. Were you able to get a ticket to the game? Or do you have other plans to watch? Let me know!

What’s important to you about voting this year? Maybe it’s an issue affecting your family, something happening in your community, an experience you’ve had, or simply something you hope will change.

We want to hear your story. Send us a short selfie-style video telling us what’s inspiring your vote, or your perspective on voting.  Submit your video by 11:59 p.m. ET on Oct. 23, and if you are eligible, you will be entered for a chance to win a $25 gift card.*

Click the badgers for a map to find an event near you!

Another Monday means another Wisconsin event roundup. Here’s what we’ve got going on in the Badger State this week:

🦒 Spooky Safari, Milwaukee (Oct. 22)

Enjoy a spooky night at the zoo for adults, complete with fire performers, pumpkin artists, live music, a costume contest, trick-or-treating, and seasonal food and drinks.

🐺 Howling Halloween Hike, Green Bay (Oct. 23)

Families can spend an evening hiking through wildlife sanctuary trails, while collecting treats and listening for howling wolves or hooting owls. The event will feature games, activities, treats, and much more.

🏔 Cave After Dark: Brave the Cave, Blue Mounds (Oct. 24)

Celebrate Halloween with this adults-only event, with a spooky reggae dance party inside a cave. Enjoy drinks and snacks, and come dressed in your best costume.

🎃 Downtown Janesville Halloweekend (Oct. 24)

Get into the Halloween spirit downtown Janesville with a zombie run, a festive movie screening, trick-or-treating, and plenty of other fun activities.

🍁 Oak Creek Fall Festival 2026 (Oct. 24)

Local vendors, fall festivities, and family-friendly activities come together at Drexel Town Square for this seasonal celebration. Visitors can also shop at the final Oak Creek Farmers Market of the season.

🚂 Fall Color Train Ride, Osceola (Oct. 24-25)

Take in Wisconsin’s beautiful fall colors aboard a diesel-powered train with vintage rail cars and scenic rides from Osceola to Dresser or Marine on the St. Croix. 

This picturesque Italianate-style mansion is located in one of the oldest cities in Wisconsin. (Wisconsin Historical Society)

Milwaukee County Executive and Democratic candidate for governor David Crowley (right) in conversation with UpNorthNews Founding Editor Pat Kreitlow at “On The Ballot: UpNorthNews Live” on Oct. 14, 2026 at the Overture Center in Madison. (Photo by Romulo Ueda/Ueda Photography)

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

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