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No ‘Front Row’? Bob Uecker’s Famous Beer Commercials Almost Didn’t Happen
It was 1984. Miller wanted Ueck, who was already a national treasure thanks to his dozens of Carson appearances, to star in its “All-Stars” campaign. But there was one problem…
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It’s Official: Kwik Trip Voted America’s #1 Gas Station
USA Today readers have spoken — and crowned our Wisconsin-based chain the country’s best in TWO categories!
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‘Dear Milwalkey…’ Clever Kid Leaves Note for Staff to Find at Local Art Museum
“I have come here so many times, I’ve lost count!” the young art aficionado admits before sharing their favorite pieces and one request.
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Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ is ugly for Wisconsin. Republicans voted for it anyway.
After vowing not to cut “a nickel” from benefits Wisconsin GOP House members vote for punishing cuts to food benefits and health care.
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How to Be a Better Ally: A Wisconsin ‘Pride’ Guide
When Gov. Tony Evers ordered the Pride flag raised above the Capitol for the first time, he made it clear: Wisconsin is a place for everyone.
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Why a Wisconsin News Outlet Killed Its Comments Section
And it’s not because they don’t WANT to hear from you…
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2 Wisconsin Donut Shops Crack Yelp’s Top 100
It’s just a FACT: The best way to start your day is with something sweet! And it’s even better when that treat is fried, frosted, and from a spot on Yelp’s 2025 list of “The 50 Best Donut Shops in America” 🏆 Two Wisconsin businesses made this year’s list! 🍩 Coming in at No. 26…
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7 locally-owned Wisconsin coffee shops where your dollars make a difference
Sure, Starbucks is fast, but grabbing a cup of coffee from a locally-owned small business is a simple way to make your dollar go further.
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It’s a Fact: Wisconsin ice cream tastes better. Here’s Why.
It’s not just you. Wisconsin ice cream really does taste better, and there’s a scientific reason why. In 1890, UW-Madison agricultural chemistry professor Stephen Babcock developed the Babcock test for determining the butterfat content of milk. The test immediately advanced the dairy industry, allowing for faster and more accurate grading of milk at markets, discouraging…
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House GOP fast-tracks budget bill that would cut off Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood
Abortion is already excluded from coverage—the new bill is going after all health care services the clinics provide for low-income Americans.
