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6 old buildings near La Crosse/Eau Claire and their backstories
Immerse yourself in more than a century of Wisconsin history at these historical sites.
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This Wisconsin non-profit throws parties for kids in need
A proper birthday party is an annual right of passage for most elementary school-age kids. Unfortunately, throwing one isn’t possible for many families. In Wisconsin, roughly 15% of kids live below the poverty line–enough to fill Lambeau Field twice. That’s where Box of Balloons comes in…
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Inside the Madison store where DVDs still reign supreme
At its peak, Blockbuster had more than 9,000 stores worldwide, including about 100 here in Wisconsin. That was 20 years ago. Just five years later, in 2019, most of those stores closed. But everything comes back eventually… right?
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Why Packers running back AJ Dillon wrote a children’s book
“I wanted to have a different moral of the story,” Dillon said. “In the children’s books that I’ve read over the years, the character tries new things and then everybody finds the one thing they’re good at and that’s the end of the story.”
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Ouch! Wisconsin’s 5 most-Googled injuries (& their symptoms)
Have you ever been injured and immediately turned to Google for answers? You’re not alone.
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The real difference between 5, 10, & 15 year Wisconsin cheddar
Hook’s Cheese Co. in Mineral Point is arguably Wisconsin’s most famous cheesemaker, known for its 5-, 10-, and 15-year aged cheddars. But, are they really that different? It depends on how good your taste buds are!
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10 unusual things you can check out from Wisconsin’s public libraries
Check out everything from American Girl dolls and bird-watching kits to household tools and tech gadgets at your nearest Wisconsin public library!
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Who says fitness isn’t fun? 5 weird Wisconsin workouts
Consider shaking up your fitness routine with a new activity! From bungees to burpees–these five classes are guaranteed fun.
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How the world’s #1 author became a Wisconsin fan
Fun Fact: James Patterson is a Badger fan…by marriage at least! And over the years, he and his wife have spent millions, helping students afford what the couple calls “a world-class institution.”
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Milwaukee’s newest hotel is already winning awards
There’s a brand new hotel In Milwaukee that’s already winning awards. The Trade, Autograph Collection in Milwaukee, WI is receiving high praise.

























