Southern Wisconsin
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Is Wisconsin the last true swing state?
Is Wisconsin the last, true swing state? History says “yes,” and here’s how close this year’s election could be.
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3 things you (probably) don’t know about Spotted Cow
How much do you really know about Wisconsin’s most popular craft beer? Here’s the story behind Spotted Cow.
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America’s ‘Little Free Library’ movement started in Wisconsin
DID YOU KNOW? For every one public library in the US, there are three Little Free Libraries. That’s thanks to Wisconsin! Learn the story behind this incredible program, and how YOU can start one.
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4 common phrases that are actually really offensive (& why)
Many of the phrases we innocently toss around every day are actually really offensive to Native Americans. Here are a few, where they came from, why they’re problematic, and what to say instead.
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Wisconsin’s top 8 cheeses, according to local chefs
Home to more than 126 cheese plants, Dairy State dairy farmers produce more than 350 different varieties of cheese–double any other state. But, with so many choices, which do you choose? That’s the question Food & Wine editors asked Wisconsin’s best chefs and shopkeepers, including Patrick DePula (Salvatore’s Tomato Pies), Ken Monteleone (Fromagination), Tim Mulcahy…
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3 Wisconsin athletes who’ve bravely talked about mental health
It’s estimated that more than one in five Americans lives with a mental illness. So why is talking about it still so taboo, especially in the sports world? These Wisconsin athletes are changing that, and undoubtedly saving lives along the way.
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The hottest & coldest days in Wisconsin history
Wisconsin’s annual average temperatures are fairly temperate, but the state’s hottest and coldest days in history are more severe than you may have thought.
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Wisconsin’s own Hollywood hero: 16 facts about Mark Ruffalo
Discover 16 facts about Mark Ruffalo, Wisconsin’s Hollywood connection.
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Doors Open Milwaukee preview: Where to go and what to see
Each year, Doors Open Milwaukee unlocks over 150 local businesses and sites – we’ve highlighted some of the most interesting ones that you can tour for free.
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The best Milwaukee cheap eats for students
The fall semester is here for Wisconsin college students, so we’ve rounded up some of the cheapest and most convenient spots for grub in Milwaukee.
