If You’re Gen X And Tired Of Overpaying, These 8 Wisconsin Towns Deserve A Look

Ready to find towns in Wisconsin where Gen X can stop overpaying and start living better?. These 8 towns offer real affordability and the kind of quiet, happy life you’ve been looking for!. 1. Superior. Superior sits at the very top of Wisconsin’s map, and it’s the kind of...

John Kroll wins Wisconsin’s 85th Assembly seat

WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - Democrat John Kroll has won Wisconsin’s 85th Assembly District seat. Kroll defeated incumbent Republican Pat Snyder Tuesday night. A Marathon County Board Supervisor, Kroll voted to lower property taxes. He’s said he wants to make sure the Assembly is doing everything it can to reduce costs for families. He hopes to bring his experience at the county level with him to Madison.

Your letters: Manipulation of voting never OK

If the allegations are true, the effort by people associated with Democrat Mary Peltola’s campaign to recruit another Dan Sullivan to run against Alaska’s Republican Senator Dan Sullivan deserves condemnation as an attempt to confuse voters. But those who condemn that tactic should apply the same democratic standard to partisan gerrymandering.

Candidates for governor hold watch parties in Wausau, Milwaukee

Candidates for governor hold watch parties in Wausau, Milwaukee.

Election night preview from political analyst

Wisconsin farmer: Rural voters ‘pretty dissatisfied’ with options on ballot

FERRYVILLE, Wis. — These are tough times for the nation’s farmers. Rising fertilizer and diesel fuel costs, and the trade wars, are taking a toll. Congress’ failure to approve a new Farm Bill has added to their woes. Dylan Bruce, a seed farmer in Ferryville, feels both parties in Washington have failed him.

Walk-in vaccine clinic at polling site open on Election Day

RHINELANDER, Wis. (WSAW) - The Oneida County Health Department is hosting a walk-in vaccination clinic Tuesday at the Hodag Dome in Rhinelander, the same location where many people will vote on Election Day. Clinic details. The health department is offering flu and COVID-19 vaccines from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m....

Green Party secretary of state candidate says opponent is sending texts pretending to be him

MUSKEGO, Wis. -- Green Party Wisconsin Secretary of State candidate Pete Karas said his Republican opponent is sending text messages to voters pretending to be him.

Community forum examines flaws in Wisconsin school finance as Vernon County voters face five school referendums

VIROQUA, Wis. – Voters across Vernon County are preparing to decide on a series of local school referendums on Tuesday, Nov. 3, as public school districts navigate severe financial pressures under the state funding formula. A community education forum co hosted by Threefold Driftless and the McIntosh Memorial Library...

Two races to watch in battle for State Senate control

WISCONSIN — Two open State Senate races in southeastern Wisconsin are drawing attention ahead of the November elections as Democrats seek to gain two seats to win the majority. The 5th and 21st State Senate districts are among seven open seats after several Republican incumbents decided not to run...

Greenfield-Area Assembly Race Could Tip Control of Wisconsin's Capitol

Voters across Greendale, Hales Corners, most of Greenfield and slices of southwest Milwaukee and northeast Franklin are deciding a state Assembly race that could carry outsized weight in the fight for control of Wisconsin's Legislature. Republican incumbent Bob Donovan is defending his seat against Democrat Ben Brist in the 61st Assembly District, one of a handful of races both parties are watching closely heading into Election Day.

Penterman, Wenkman discuss priorities in 38th Assembly District race

DODGE AND JEFFERSON COUNTIES — Republican incumbent William Penterman and Democratic challenger Terri Wenkman are offering voters different approaches to taxes, education, data centers and health care in Wisconsin’s 38th Assembly District. Penterman, who is seeking reelection, emphasized tax relief, local control and policies intended to keep Wisconsin...

Judge denies blocking Wisconsin ban on betting then voting on elections

(The Center Square) - A federal judge in Green Bay denied a preliminary injunction against the Wisconsin Election Commissions' guidance that those who wager on election results on prediction markets cannot vote in Wisconsin's elections. The lawsuit from Green Bay radio host Joseph Giganti had asked for an injunction against...

See the most mispronounced words in Wisconsin – and how to really say them

MILWAUKEE, Wis. - Do you know the right way to say Paczki? According to a recent report from Unscramblerer, the jelly-filled Polish pastry is the most mispronounced word in Wisconsin. Wisconsin’s most mispronounced words. The backstory:. Unscramblerer, an online tool that helps people unscramble words, released a list of...

Dangerous Dog Breeds Banned in Wisconsin: What’s Allowed and Where

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Wisconsin has no statewide list of dangerous dog breeds banned in the state, but that does not mean every town welcomes every dog. The rules depend on the village, town, or city where you live, and a few communities still ban or restrict specific breeds. This article tells you what Wisconsin law says, which communities … This article, Dangerous Dog Breeds Banned in Wisconsin: What’s Allowed and Where , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Neighbor Poisoned My Dog Laws in Maine: Charges, Evidence, and Your Right to Sue • Leaving a Dog in a Car in Kansas: What the Law Really Says • Leaving a Dog in a Car in Maine: Rescue Rights, Fines, and Local Rules

Gov. Evers appoints Wausau leader to Wisconsin Humanities board

WAUSAU – Jean Tehan of Wausau has been appointed to the Wisconsin Humanities board by Gov. Tony Evers, Wisconsin Humanities announced in October. Her term has begun and will run to June 1, 2029. Tehan is one of three new governor-appointees to serve on the council. “I am deeply...

9 Secrets About Beavers That Most Wisconsin Residents Have Never Discovered

Wisconsin is home to countless lakes, rivers, streams, and wetlands, making it one of the most suitable places in the country for beavers. These large rodents are familiar to many residents, especially those who spend time near wooded waterways. A fallen tree with a neatly cut trunk, a pile of branches across a stream, or a rounded lodge rising above the water may reveal that beavers have been working nearby.

Kronenwetter appraisers 41% through exterior reviews for property revaluation

Appraisers have reviewed the exteriors of about 41% of Kronenwetter’s properties for the village’s full revaluation and expect to finish the rest by Jan. 20. “Everybody’s been very, very accepting of having the appraisers come around,” Finance Director and Treasurer John Jacobs told trustees Monday, relaying an update from the firm.

Both almanacs forecast chilly, winter-like Thanksgiving in Wisconsin

It could be chilly Thanksgiving across Wisconsin, and you might even spot a few flurries in the air, according to forecasts from two almanacs. While Thanksgiving is still a few weeks away, the Farmers' Almanac and Old Farmer's Almanac have both released forecasts looking ahead to the holiday – and they're each predicting the weather in Wisconsin to be a little more winter-like by then. The Farmers' Almanac expects the holiday week to be cold across the Midwest, including the potential for scattered snow showers or flurries. "While a blockbuster storm is not currently indicated, some brief travel slowdowns could develop where snow showers pop up," the Farmers' Almanac said. Overall, the pattern across the country is typical of late November, the almanac said, though some regions could still see wet roads, snow showers or chilly conditions. More: Historic El Niño could bring less snow, warmer winter to Wisconsin The Old Farmer's Almanac forecasts a chance of rain and snow in the Milwaukee area during Thanksgiving week, along with a "cool nip in the air," so "give yourself plenty of time for holiday travel." In the Upper Midwest, the almanac predicts flurries and snow showers, plus colder-than-normal temperatures. Snow in