Eastern Wisconsin
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Wisconsin regulators approve two new solar projects for $360 million
State utility regulators unanimously approved another pair of solar projects that may help power hyperscale data centers. The Public Service Commission approved on March 19 We Energies’ purchase of Good Oak and Gristmill solar generation facilities in Columbia County. The two projects will generate 165 megawatts, enough to power around 50,000 Wisconsin homes, and cost…
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What are the final snow totals from Wisconsin’s March winter storm?
The snow has finally stopped falling, and tallies show the massive March winter storm brought more than 30 inches of snow to parts of Wisconsin. In central Wisconsin, which was hit hardest, the storm began the evening of Saturday, March 14 and did not relent until the morning of Monday, March 16, according to the…
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What’s Happening in Wisconsin: Your View and the Badger State Buzz (March 16-22)
Welcome to this week’s Wisconsin View and Badger State Buzz—two staples of the UpNorthNews newsletter.
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This Wisconsin mom fought back against proposed data center construction in her neighborhood—and won
Jayne Black of Greenleaf explains how she transformed her outrage into activism, and how other Wisconsinites can do it, too.
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6 Wisconsin small businesses our readers love
We asked our readers for their favorite small businesses in Wisconsin, and here’s what they said. Wisconsin has no shortage of mom-and-pop shops. According to the US Small Business Administration, there are nearly 500,000 small businesses across our state. Whether you’re looking for a new book, handmade jewelry, or a delicious kringle, our readers have…
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2026 Wisconsin wildflower season: What to know & where to go
Wildflowers are popping up all over Wisconsin, and there are plenty of places to spot them. Here’s what you should know.
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Milky Way season is here. What are the best spots to see it in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin stargazers have a great chance to catch a glimpse as the Milky Way makes its annual debut in skies across the country.
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Wisconsin gas prices up 40 cents in a week as Iran conflict continues
As the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran continues, the average of Wisconsin gas prices surged above $3 a gallon for the first time this year.
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What’s Happening in Wisconsin: Your View and the Badger State Buzz (March 9-15)
Welcome to this week’s Wisconsin View and Badger State Buzz—two staples of the UpNorthNews newsletter.

























