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Evers Wants All Wisconsin Students to Eat for Free. Here’s Why That Hasn’t Happened (Yet)

One in eight school-aged kids living in Wisconsin comes from a family where food is hard to come by, while many more are living on the edge: their families can afford food, but that means cutting into their clothing budget or college savings. Gov. Tony Evers has a solution: Provide free breakfast and lunch for every K-12 student in Wisconsin.

14 Gifts Teachers Say They Love Getting During Teacher Appreciation Week, from $0-$20

We asked teachers what Teacher Appreciation Week gifts they love to get. Their answers (plus links) are right here—including free things you can do that’ll mean a lot. 

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5 Things You Might Not Know About Wisconsin’s Biggest Farmers’ Market

There's a reason Madison consistently ranks among the best cities in the country to live. In nearly every article on the topic, you'll find the same thing mentioned: The Dane County Farmers' Market.

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12 Places in Wisconsin to Donate  Clothes, Shoes, and More That Aren’t Goodwill

While there's nothing inherently wrong with giving to Goodwill, your clothes (and other clutter) can often make a greater impact somewhere else. These organizations make great places to give because they also give back.

Meet the Wisconsin Realtors Using Their Sales to Fund Humanitarian Projects Around the World

It’s a realtor’s job to help their clients find the perfect home. Dane County realtors Siba Alidu and Lindsay Hagens also help build them for people in need.

What Wisconsin’s Jewish Community Wishes Everyone Knew

An old kind of hate has been increasingly visible lately. From former President Trump's dinner with an outspoken Holocaust denier to Ye's repeated, relentless tirades against the Jewish community, antisemitism is back front & center. We sat down with one of the state's most visible Jewish leaders to discuss the concerning rise in violence, the biggest misconceptions about his faith, and what he wish everyone knew-- and would do.

Save This Number in Your Phone. You Don’t Know When You Might Need It.

During the pandemic, domestic violence rates skyrocketed in Wisconsin. But good news quickly followed the bad, and one county launched a free, local 24/7 text line for people living in abusive situations.