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Wisconsin Historical Society, H.H. Bennett Studio: Announces May 25 season opening
Wisconsin Dells, Wis. — There were a handful of master American photographers in the late 19th century, and one was H.H. Bennett. Known less by his name than by his images, he single-handedly put Wisconsin Dells on the national tourism map by capturing the area’s natural beauty through his breathtaking images, use of innovative photographic techniques and marketing savvy.
Car in Wisconsin ends up in marshy area, police remind drivers to pay attention while driving
PORTAGE, Wis. (WFRV) – Authorities in central Wisconsin are reminding motorists to pay attention while driving after a car ended up in a marshy area. The Portage Police Department posted on its Facebook page about a recent incident that reportedly involved distracted driving. The department also posted a photo of a car in a marshy area.
Home Talent: Poynette punishes Wisconsin Dells
What a way to kick off the 2024 Home Talent season. On Sunday, May 5, Poynette pounded Wisconsin Dells at home 14-2 in the season opener, an exhibition game, as Andy Knutseson scored two runs and drove in another while going five innings on the mound to get the win and allowing only one run on seven hits. Dacota Potter tossed a scoreless two innings, while giving up one hit...
Former WBAY anchor Sarah Thomsen to speak at brain injury conference
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - Brain injuries affect 2.8 million Americans every year. The Brain Injury Alliance of Wisconsin says Americans are more likely to sustain a traumatic brain injury than to be diagnosed with other serious medical conditions such as a spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, HIV/AIDS, and breast cancer, combined.
Baraboo softball makes history, winning first softball game played at Warner Park
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Baraboo softball beat Edgewood 3-0 on Friday night at Warner Park. It was the first known time a softball game was played at Warner Park. The Thunderbirds scored first. Emma Pichler brought home one runner to go up 1-0. In the third, Addison Kohler brings in another runner.
In the 608: Josh visits The Dump Bar & Grill in Cambria
CAMBRIA, Wis. - May is Beef Month in Wisconsin, and the Wisconsin Beef Council just finished a contest naming Wisconsin’s Best Burger. The contest was designed to seek out and promote 100% beef burgers prepared in Wisconsin restaurants.
Softball: Doerr homers in eighth as Lake Mills beats Poynette 1-0 to win outright Capitol North title
POYNETTE -- Sophomore catcher Lily Doerr, with one swing of the bat, spearheaded the L-Cats' quest to become conference champions. Doerr launched a solo home run to right-center field to lead off the eighth inning as Lake Mills' softball team outlasted host Poynette 1-0 on Wednesday to clinch the program's second Capitol North Conference championship. "The girls were really excited," said Lake Mills softball coach Jim Clift, who also guided...
Baraboo, Wisconsin hosts Big Top Parade on Saturday, June 8
BARABOO, Wis. - The Big Top Parade, which features historic wagons, marching bands, animals and floats, returns to the streets of downtown Baraboo on Saturday, June 8. A news release says the parade will step off at 11 a.m. on that Saturday – anchoring a weekend of circus-themed fun.
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