Capitol tree named one of the best in the nation

Public input is needed on a resurfacing project on State Hwy. 27, from approximately 350 feet east of South 8th Street in Cornell, to the Rusk County line, all in Chippewa County. The public is invited to go to the project website, review information about the proposed work and submit comments, by Jan. 5, 2026, to: nicholas.pitsch@dot.wi.gov, or Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Attn.: Ni...

The Wisconsin Capitol holiday tree is nationally ranked No. 7, by USA Today, as part of the 10 BEST Readers’ Choice Awards for the “Best Public Holiday Lights Display.” Awardees were chosen from a pool of candidates across the nation, through a public voting system. Nominees were selected by USA Today 10cBEST editors and a panel of subject matter experts. “There’s no question that ...

The holidays are meant to be joyful, but the combination of travel, packed schedules and disrupted routines, can take a toll on stress levels and sleep. As a result, many people reach for over-the-counter remedies, to help them rest. Experts say it is important to use these products safely, especially when mixing them with other medications, alcohol or caffeine. Some common include products ...