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The Most Romantic Steakhouse In Wisconsin Is Tucked Away Where You’d Least Expect

A dining room that started life as an 1861 hotel now serves A5 Miyazaki Wagyu and blue cheese-crusted filets. That combo alone made me sit up and start checking my calendar. The Greek Revival building was once the largest public building in its tiny town. A still-active railway line runs right across the street, which feels almost too charming to be real on a date night.

Genesee Depot, WI · 4d

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State wants public defender at hearing to discuss releasing Two Rivers teen’s body to family

TWO RIVERS, Wis. (WBAY) - The state asked that a public defender’s office representative attend upcoming hearings for Dominic Pilgreen and Nathan Reichard so the state can discuss releasing the body of 16-year-old Payton Vertz to his family, according to court documents. The state said the request is tied...

Two Rivers, WI · 15h

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Pavement repairs scheduled for the City of Hartford

Pavement repairs at the intersection of Highway 60 and Main Street are scheduled to begin at 5 a.m. on Monday, November 16 in the City of Hartford. During construction, Main Street will be closed to southbound traffic at Highway 83 and Johnson Street, and will be closed to northbound traffic at Kossuth Street, according to Hartford City Engineer Chris Walter.

Hartford, WI · 2d

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The 7 Most Nostalgic Burger Joints In Wisconsin Serve Up Vibes Straight Out Of Happy Days

Looking for the most nostalgic burger joints in Wisconsin that feel straight out of Happy Days?. These 7 burger joints dish out incredible flavors and feel-good vibes that’ll have you grinning from ear to ear!. 1. Wedl’s Hamburger Stand & Ice Cream Parlor (Jefferson) There are certain places...

Wisconsin · 5d

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

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Butler Inn reopens 15 months after flood damage forced it to close

The wait is over. After more than a year, Butler Inn has reopened. Located at 12400 W. Hampton Ave. in Butler, the restaurant closed in August 2025 after the record-breaking rainfall and floods in the Milwaukee area. According to a Nov. 10 Facebook post , the restaurant has reopened and will be open daily at 11 a.m. The kitchen closes at 9 p.m., the restaurant confirmed in a phone call with the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. "After more than a year of unexpected challenges, repairs, renovations, setbacks, and delays, we are beyond excited to FINALLY welcome everyone back to the Butler Inn," according to the post. The restaurant closed in mid-August 2025, according to the restaurant's Aug. 15, 2025, Facebook post. It closed due to substantial water damage and would be "closed for some time" to work on repairs. "Stay tuned as we will be back better than ever!" the post said. "We can't begin to express how grateful we are for the patience, encouragement, and support our amazing community has shown us throughout this journey. We've missed seeing your familiar faces, and we can't wait for you to see our beautiful new remodel," the recent post said. The Journal Sentinel

Butler, WI · 2d

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First WI School District Dissolves in 30 Years

For the first time in 36 years, a public school district in Wisconsin will dissolve. On Thursday, the School District Boundary Appeal Board voted unanimously to approve the dissolution of the financially troubled Hustisford School District. The decision makes Hustisford the first school district in Wisconsin to dissolve since the Ondossagon School District dissolved into the Ashland, Washburn and Drummond School Districts in 1990.

Hustisford, WI · 1d

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Waukesha hemp businesses face uncertainty as federal hemp ban approaches

From gummies and sleep aids to beverages and topical products, Wisconsin businesses that sell hemp-derived THC products are preparing for major federal changes that could affect what they are allowed to keep on their shelves.

Waukesha, WI · 3d

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Justin Gumm of Hamilton High School selected as Packers Coach of the Week

The Green Bay Packers have announced that Justin Gumm of Hamilton High School in Sussex, Wis., has been named the Packers High School Coach of the Week. Gumm, in his seventh season as head coach at Hamilton, has his undefeated 12-0 Chargers preparing for the WIAA Division 1 state semifinals as the program looks to reach the state championship game for just the second time in school history. Following a 4-6 record in his inaugural season, Gumm has built Hamilton into a perennial Division 1 power, compiling a 60-12 record over the past six seasons.

Sussex, WI · 1d

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Waukesha veterans honored as county expands benefit services

Veterans issues were front and center at a ceremony honoring vets in Waukesha. Resources available to help may not be as well known.

Waukesha, WI · 1d

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Former TJ Hale workers owed $1.1 million after abrupt closure, state says

The state says workers at former Menomonee Falls manufacturer TJ Hale are owed $1.1 million, but none has been recovered. Tom Knight is among those still waiting to see if workers will get paid.

Menomonee Falls, WI · 2d

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Girls swim: Red Hawks gear up for state meet

The 57th Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association Girls Swimming & Diving Championships are set to take place on Friday and Saturday at Waukesha South High School Natatorium — and four Milton Red Hawks will be competing. Junior Hannah McGinnis, freshman Sophia Mezera, senior Brielle Meverden and sophomore Payten Vlasak will each be competing in the Division 2 field Friday. The Red Hawks qualified for the 200- and 400-yard freestyle relays alongside other individual events too. Swimmers qualified for state based on their sectional times. First-place finishers in each sectional qualified for state, and the next fastest 19 times from all the sectionals did too. “It’s definitely an amazing opportunity,” Milton coach Lindsey Hassenfelt said. “A lot of the girls were super pumped to be able to get that extra heat in D-II sectional this swim season. So they were definitely working hard all year.” Freestyle relays In the McFarland sectional, McGinnis, Meverden, Vlasak and Mezera clocked a time of 3 minutes, 54.93 seconds in the 400 free relay, finishing fifth and qualifying for state. The Red Hawks’ 200 free relay team, consisting of the same four girls, recorded a state-qualifying time of 1 minute, 44.38 seconds and finished fifth. Milton will

Milton, WI · 1d

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Hartford students honor veterans at breakfast, including one's own father

Hartford Union High School students organized a Veterans Day breakfast to honor local veterans, including one student's father.

Hartford, WI · 1d

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Game day styles from Von Maur

Ryan Nichols, Store Manager at Von Maur at The Corners of Brookfield, shares some of their styles perfect for game day.

Brookfield, WI · 1d

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$39.1M Financing Secured for Tennessen Flats in Suburban Milwaukee

 JLL Capital Markets announced that it has arranged $39.1 million in construction takeout financing for Tennessen Flats, a 173-unit, Class A multifamily community in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, an affluent suburb of Milwaukee. JLL worked on behalf of the sponsor, Weas Development and Klein Development, to secure the floating-rate loan from...

Menomonee Falls, WI · 2d

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Hartland Chamber of Commerce Presents the Golden Hammer Award to Neon Mini

Neon Mini in Downtown Hartland was recently presented with the Golden Hammer Award by the Hartland Chamber of Commerce in recognition of exemplary property improvements to the long vacant building at 303 Cottonwood Ave. Owner Amy Radtke shared that “Neon Mini was created from a total blank slate, transforming the...

Hartland, WI · 1d

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

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Wisconsin Boys Volleyball Coaches Association announces 2026 all-state teams

The Badger Region Volleyball Association and Frisco Mo Apparel announced Tuesday, Nov. 10, that Sussex Hamilton senior outside hitter Cole McCoy was voted by the coaches as the 2026 state boys volleyball player of the year. McCoy becomes the second straight player from Hamilton to win state player of the year after Ben Bayer won the honor in 2025. The Chargers advanced to their second WIAA boys volleyball state title match in the last three seasons this postseason, falling to No. 1 seed and defending champion Middleton in the final. McCoy capped his career at Hamilton with 389 kills this season, 35 aces and was named the Greater Metro Conference player of the year. The Milwaukee area swept the yearly honors with Michael Kopesky winning the 2026 Gary Sorensen coach of the year honor after leading Mukwonago to the state boys volleyball tournament for the first time since 1955. Mukwonago went 23-6 on the year, winning Sectional 6 with a four-set victory over No. 1 Franklin. Along with the player and coach of the year honors, the association also announced its all-state teams for the 2026 season. All-state first team Matthew Goedheer, sr., Catholic Memorial; Trevor Heinzelmann, sr., Kettle Moraine;

Wisconsin · 1d

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Waukesha County to charge entry fee at Retzer Nature Center in 2027

WAUKESHA, Wis. (CBS 58) -- A daily permit will cost $7 per vehicle at Retzer Nature Center in 2027, and an annual membership will cost $40 for most people and $20 for seniors, Waukesha County announced on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The annual membership will also cover the county's nine parks.

Waukesha County, WI · 1d

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Case stuns Muskego on last-second field goal to advance to WIAA State Semifinals

MUSKEGO – Colin Gardner could feel the pressure of over 3,000 sets of eyes focusing on him as he lined up for the most important kick of his life. With the Eagles locked in a 3-3 tie with No. 1 seed Muskego, Case’s senior kicker trotted nervously onto the field with four seconds left in what had been a dramatic sectional final. The entire Case football team had taken a knee along the sideline, praying for a brace-faced kid with little more than peach fuzz on his chin to make the biggest play in program history.

Muskego, WI · 2d

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REAL ESTATE | Slinger Plan Commission approves proposed Indoor & Outdoor Sports Complex off I-41

November 12, 2026 – Village of Slinger, Wi – A large indoor and outdoor sports complex is being proposed off I-41 in the Village of Slinger, with plans for year-round youth and adult sports, fitness and family recreation. The proposal includes a 142,000-square-foot indoor sports facility with turf...

Slinger, WI · 14h