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Dec 2025 17

Wisconsin’s 10 most heartwarming news stories of 2025

By Erin Yarnall | LOCAL CULTURE, COMMUNITY, Erin Yarnall

The news isn’t always bad: There were plenty of heartwarming stories across the state throughout the year.

The news isn’t always bad: There were plenty of heartwarming stories across the state throughout 2025.

Dec 2025 11

The Eagle River Ice Castle: A 92-year-old winter tradition

By Erin Yarnall | LOCAL CULTURE, EVERGREEN, Erin Yarnall

Northern Wisconsin is home to its own beautifully constructed castle, but only for a short time when the weather is just right.

Dec 2025 11

WI diversified, specialty farmers could be slighted in federal aid

By Public News Service | LOCAL NEWS, COMMUNITY, Public News Service

Policy experts predict small, specialty farms will be on the losing end of the latest federal agricultural bailout meant to offset farmers' losses from rising production costs and the market disruptions from new tariff policies.

Dec 2025 5

10 of the best cut-your-own Christmas tree farms in Wisconsin

By Holly Garcia | LOCAL CULTURE, EVERGREEN, Holly Garcia

Make your holidays merry and bright with an experience to remember. Visit one of the best cut-your-own-tree farms in Wisconsin this season.

Come Christmastime, dashing over to a cut-your-own tree farm is a beloved Wisconsin tradition.

Dec 2025 3

Facing Medicaid cuts, Wisconsin families stockpile medical supplies

By Public News Service | LOCAL NEWS, COMMUNITY, Public News Service

In July, President Donald Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act into law, bringing cuts of around $1 trillion to federal Medicaid spending from 2025 through 2034. The cuts are predicted to result in a loss of the health insurance coverage affecting around 80 million lower-income Americans, including children and people with disabilities.

Without Medicaid, many families will go into debt to pay for their care.

Nov 2025 24

11 Wisconsin organizations that need your help this winter

By Dorothy Scott | THINGS TO DO, EVERGREEN, Dorothy Scott

These volunteer opportunities range from stocking food pantry shelves to aiding animals. Check out these 11 ways to help your community this winter.

Socioeconomic class plays a pivotal role in how well many people perceive and experience not only the holidays but also winter generally.

Nov 2025 24

Lake Mendota’s Ancient Canoes Reveal Secrets of Wisconsin’s Indigenous Past

By Sam Cohen | LOCAL HISTORY, EVERGREEN, Sam Cohen

First Nations members and the Wisconsin Historical Society have been uncovering ancient canoes in Lake Mendota since 2021. The discoveries paint a clearer picture of the region’s Indigenous history.