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Paul Kingsnorth warns of dark times

Writer Paul Kingnorth, at his home in County Galway, Ireland: 'I haven’t been an activist environmentalist for quite a long time.'. One of the great intellectual provocateurs of our time, Paul Kingsnorth, is headed to Madison for a Nov. 9 lecture on the UW-Madison campus. Kingsnorth’s most recent book...

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Not A Chicken Sandwich Or Burger: One Of Culver's Most Underrated Items Is A Midwest Favorite

This underrated sandwich from Culver's takes inspiration from a Midwest classic. Will you like it better than the ButterBurger or a chicken sandwich?

Sauk City, WI · 13d

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Wisconsin police warn residents of wild animal sighting in urban area

MIDDLETON, Wis. (WFRV) — One Wisconsin city is alerting its residents to the presence of a wild animal after spotting one in an urban area. According to a social media post, Middleton police officers spotted a bobcat near the Greenway parking ramp on the morning of November 4. “The DNR was notified and said that […]

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The Small-Town Creamery Behind Culver's Butter

If you've ever been to a Culver's, chances are you've sampled its simple (but brilliant) ButterBurger, so-called because the top of the bun is smeared with a dollop of rich, creamy butter. This gives an otherwise normal burger a little extra oomph. The chain got its start in Sauk City, Wisconsin, in the heart of America's dairyland, and being from the state with the most dairy farms, a local creamery was the obvious choice for the brand to source its butter from.

Sauk City, WI · 6d

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New Glarus Brewery Is Expanding, But Will It Stay Wisconsin Exclusive?

New Glarus Brewery has a clear answer for anyone wondering whether its major expansion means Spotted Cow and other favorites will finally leave the state. In a post on X today, the employee-owned brewery stated: “We get asked a lot lately: ‘With the expansion opening next year, are you going to distribute outside of Wisconsin?’ The answer is simple. Our mission and identity have always been, and will always be, about brewing world-class beer for our friends right here in Wisconsin. We love our state, we love our community, and we are fiercely proud of our roots. From our brewery to your glass, our promise remains unchanged.”

New Glarus, WI · 2d

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10 Things You Should Never Pour Down Your Kitchen Drain

Your kitchen sink looks like it can swallow anything. Then one slow Sunday it gurgles, backs up, and you are standing there with a plunger and a sinking feeling. Most of what ends up stuck in our pipes went down on purpose, by habit. Here are 10 things to keep out of your kitchen drain, ... Read more

Madison, WI · 1d

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This Humble Little Wisconsin Restaurant Dishes Out The Most Heavenly Pancakes You Will Ever Taste

There’s a particular kind of joy that comes from finding something extraordinary in a place you weren’t expecting it. A&J Pancake House in Lodi, Wisconsin, is exactly that kind of discovery. Lodi is a small town with a big personality, the kind of place that sits comfortably along...

Lodi, WI · 5d

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This Enchanting College Town In Wisconsin Will Steal Your Heart With Its Dining And Shopping

There are places you visit and places that visit you right back, and Madison, Wisconsin falls firmly and unapologetically into the second category. This city sits on an isthmus between Lake Mendota and Lake Monona, and that simple geographic fact shapes everything about how Madison looks, feels, and operates on a daily basis.

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The Legendary Breakfast At This Wisconsin Restaurant Is So Good It Deserves Its Own Fan Club

Somewhere in Madison, Wisconsin, on a street lined with real houses and real trees, there is a red brick diner that has quietly accumulated a following that most restaurants would trade their entire marketing budget to achieve. Ogden’s North Street Diner at 560 North Street doesn’t advertise its greatness loudly,...

Madison, WI · 10d

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Forget The Snooze Button, This Wisconsin Bakery Makes Mornings Worth Celebrating

A former fried chicken building now turns out cinnamon swirl pancakes, pecan rolls, and elephant ears every single morning. That glow-up alone earns a little respect. The kitchen bakes its breads, pies, scones, and Danishes from scratch daily. The full breakfast menu runs all day, at least until the doors...

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Madison’s newest sauna experience heats up on Lake Wingra shoreline

Madison Saunas has opened on the shores of Lake Wingra, offering visitors a chance to use a sauna or take a dip in the lake.

Madison, WI · 1d

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Mickies Dairy Bar fans await next chapter for game-day staple

MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - For Wisconsin football fans, a stop at Mickies Dairy Bar has long been part of the game-day routine. With the diner closed since July, regulars are wondering when they can return and what will stay the same. The Monroe Street diner, across the street from Camp...

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Young bobcat spotted near Middleton trail; DNR says it poses no threat

MIDDLETON, Wis. (WMTV) - A bobcat was reported to Middleton police near a parking garage and trail by Greenway Boulevard, one of several wildlife sightings in the Madison area this week. The sighting came a day after a coyote bit a person in Madison. What police and the DNR said.

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Thai Basil team opening new restaurant at Hilldale

MADISON, Wis. -- The team behind Thai Basil is coming to Hilldale.

Madison, WI · 3d

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Middleton Nordic Lodge opens at CXC Outdoor center after decade-long vision

MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Cross-country skiers and outdoor enthusiasts in Dane County have a brand-new hub for winter recreation following Thursday’s grand opening of the Middleton Nordic Lodge. Located at the CXC Outdoor Center on Schwartz Road, the new facility marks the culmination of a decade-long effort to expand...

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Madison Chocolate Co. owners will open a wine bar

Bridgette Dodge (above left) and Megan Hile (above right) , the business partners of Madison Chocolate Co. , announced the opening of a new wine-inspired space, set to open in spring of 2027. Called La Petite Wine, it will sit beside the location of Madison Chocolate Co. at 725 Glenway St.

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Midwest Minutes: Four things to do around Wisconsin (Nov. 8-Nov. 15)

November is here, which means the holiday season is upon us. As the weather starts to cool down, it's a great time to try a new hobby or activity. I've gathered three fun things to do around Wisconsin this week.

Wisconsin · 5h

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A Warm Welcome at Far Breton Bakery: Gather, Learn, and Celebrate the Season

Walking into Far Breton Bakery, the cozy Northside Madison cafe, is like receiving a warm hug. First, there’s the smell of buttery sugar, spice and yeasted dough. Then there’s the warm glow of vintage lamps illuminating the glistening caramelly kouign-amann, rich all-butter croissants, and sweet and savory galettes. Best of all, Marie Arzel Young and her kind team invite you to stay and chat awhile.

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An Amaryllis Potted Now Should Flower in 6 to 8 Weeks With Its Top Third Left Above the Soil, University of Wisconsin Extension Says

University of Wisconsin Extension says amaryllis blooms in 6 to 8 weeks with the top third of the bulb above the soil, so a November pot can flower by the holidays.

Madison, WI · 20h

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