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05 August 2026

DMV offers information on obtaining an ID for voting on Aug. 11

Ahead of Wisconsin’s Primary Election on August 11, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) reminds cit...

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DMV offers information on obtaining an ID for voting on Aug. 11

Ahead of Wisconsin’s Primary Election on August 11, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) reminds cit...

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Posted on August 5, 2026

New book helps share local veteran’s story

New book helps share local veteran’s story

In the early morning hours of June 11, 1969, Jeff Zondlo, who was just two weeks shy of his 22nd birthday, had just completed guard duty on a hill des...

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New book helps share local veteran’s story

In the early morning hours of June 11, 1969, Jeff Zondlo, who was just two weeks shy of his 22nd birthday, had just completed guard duty on a hill des...

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Posted on August 5, 2026

Xcel Energy hydroelectric facilities experiencing extremely low water levels

Residents, property owners and people enjoying lakes and rivers across Xcel Energy’s northern Wisconsin river systems may notice much lower water le...

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Xcel Energy hydroelectric facilities experiencing extremely low water levels

Residents, property owners and people enjoying lakes and rivers across Xcel Energy’s northern Wisconsin river systems may notice much lower water le...

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Posted on August 5, 2026

Boat safe, share the water this summer

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds all boaters to share the water and boat safe this summer on the state’s waterways. Wi...

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Boat safe, share the water this summer

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds all boaters to share the water and boat safe this summer on the state’s waterways. Wi...

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Posted on August 5, 2026

Fertilizer investment and expansion for long-term domestic supply program open for applications

The U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development (USDA) is accepting applications now through August 17 for the Fertilizer Investment & Expans...

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Fertilizer investment and expansion for long-term domestic supply program open for applications

The U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development (USDA) is accepting applications now through August 17 for the Fertilizer Investment & Expans...

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Posted on August 5, 2026

Back-to-school sleep tips for kids that every parent can use

Back-to-school sleep tips for kids that every parent can use

As families prepare for another school year, school supply lists, open houses and new schedules often top the to-do list. But there is one back-to-sch...

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Back-to-school sleep tips for kids that every parent can use

As families prepare for another school year, school supply lists, open houses and new schedules often top the to-do list. But there is one back-to-sch...

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Posted on August 5, 2026

BBB Tip: Be wary of summer fair purchases

Summer is the time for fairs and festivals. With many of these come cotton candy, food on-a-stick, and out-oftown vendors and sellers. If you're think...

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BBB Tip: Be wary of summer fair purchases

Summer is the time for fairs and festivals. With many of these come cotton candy, food on-a-stick, and out-oftown vendors and sellers. If you're think...

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Posted on August 5, 2026

How Wisconsin’s ‘sore loser’ law protects the two-party system

In this era of hyperpartisanship, our two main political parties agree on at least one thing: independent candidates are bad (for them). Their self...

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How Wisconsin’s ‘sore loser’ law protects the two-party system

In this era of hyperpartisanship, our two main political parties agree on at least one thing: independent candidates are bad (for them). Their self...

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Posted on August 5, 2026

Following storm damage, Wisconsin consumers should be cautious when seeking repairs

On July 27, severe weather including a tornado and large hail struck eastern Wisconsin. Homes and vehicles were damaged and will need repairs. The Wis...

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Following storm damage, Wisconsin consumers should be cautious when seeking repairs

On July 27, severe weather including a tornado and large hail struck eastern Wisconsin. Homes and vehicles were damaged and will need repairs. The Wis...

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Posted on August 5, 2026

Moving this month? Start your new tenancy off right

Landlord-tenant issues are the top complaint category at the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), with consumer...

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Moving this month? Start your new tenancy off right

Landlord-tenant issues are the top complaint category at the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), with consumer...

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Posted on August 5, 2026