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Refugee-turned-restauranteur brings a ‘Touch of Ukraine’ to Wisconsin
In November 2022, Katya Temchenko arrived in Madison as a refugee from southeastern Ukraine. A year-and-a-half later, she’s serving her country’s classics to her new neighbors.
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Would You Pass the US Citizenship Test?
96.1% of immigrants do. But since most of us are born & bred Americans, we should be able to answer even the hardest questions… right? Let’s find out.
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The best way to see Wisconsin? From the top of the shortest, steepest railroad!
Ever seen Wisconsin from the top of the shortest, steepest railroad in the world?! It’s just across the Mississippi River in Dubuque! The Fenelon Place Elevator — also known as the Fourth Street Elevator — is a 296-feet-long track that angles up at 41 degrees for a vertical elevation of 189 feet. At the top…
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Bikes, Beer, & Badgers: The ultimate ‘Wisconsin’ brewery
“It doesn’t get more Wisconsin than this…” That should be Bodihow Brewing’s official tagline!
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Build the statue already! It’s past time for Wisconsin to permanently honor Mark Johnson
Barry Alvarez has one. So does Pat Richter. But it’s past time for Wisconsin to honor one of its all-time greatest athletes, coaches, and people — Mark Johnson. “Miracle” Mark Johnson was born & raised in Madison, and stayed local to play hockey for the Badgers under his dad, legendary coach Bob Johnson. His freshman…
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Make America Green Again: Wisconsin schools are stepping up after Trump ends ‘Green Ribbon’ program
THIS IS A REAL POST THE WHITE HOUSE ACTUALLY PUBLISHED: “We Finally Have a President Who Follows Science.” Click here to read. The Trump administration non-sarcastically shared that on Earth Day — and on that day, and every day, Donald Trump has done the exact opposite. In just the first six months of his second…
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The most affordable places to live in Wisconsin in 2025
Put a roof over your head for less in these low-cost places to live in Wisconsin.
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The Do’s and Don’ts of Wisconsin Cheese Pairing
The only official rule of cheese pairing is that there are no rules. Your taste buds are your best guide, and even the most unlikely pairings will delight some cheese lovers. That said, we consulted Wisconsin Cheese expert Jeanette Hurt for some basic guidelines to help when indecision strikes. ✅ DO- Start small. Hurt recommends…
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3 things you (probably) don’t know about Milwaukee’s Hank Aaron
On July 20, 1976, at Milwaukee County Stadium, “Hammerin’ Hank” hit his final home run, number 755, capping a record that would stand 31 years. Here are three things you (probably) don’t know about the baseball legend: Aaron had 23 straight seasons of double digit homers. From his first season with the Milwaukee Braves, where…
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Wisconsin taps one of its funniest alumni to address the Class of 2025
“I still ask myself before big decisions: ‘What would Barry Alvarez do?’” Gay joked, referring to UW’s legendary football coach and athletic director.
