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New details emerge on possible data center in Wisconsin’s Driftless Area

Too wet and cool for planting in Wisconsin

Wisconsin’s recent wet and windy weather ensured a slow start to fieldwork for the 2026 growing season. Farmers in the southern part of the state made the most progress, with some...

What’s happening in Wisconsin: Badger State Buzz (May 11-17)

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What’s happening in Wisconsin: Badger State Buzz (May 18-24)

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WI pummeled early with record-shattering severe weather

In just the first three weeks of April, the state recorded more severe thunderstorm, tornado, and flash flood warnings than in any full month over the past 40 years of available da...

Wetness slowing Wisconsin field progress

Most Wisconsin farmers are waiting for the land to dry out before attempting any fieldwork. One of them is Darin Von Ruden, Wisconsin’s Farmers Union President, who farms near Cash...

What’s Happening in Wisconsin: Your View and the Badger State Buzz (April 20-26)

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What’s Happening in Wisconsin: Your View and the Badger State Buzz (April 6-12)

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What’s happening in Wisconsin: Badger State Buzz (May 4-10)

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What’s Happening in Wisconsin: Your View and the Badger State Buzz (April 13-19)

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What’s Happening in Wisconsin: Your View and the Badger State Buzz (April 27 – May 3)

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What’s happening in Wisconsin: Badger State Buzz (May 26-31)

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Wisconsin Farmers Union: Event: Chapters collaborate with Milwaukee Area Labor Council for event centered around immigra...

MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee-Waukesha and Dodge-Fond du Lac-Sheboygan-Ozaukee Chapters of Wisconsin Farmers Union (WFU) are collaborating with the Milwaukee Area Labor Council for a d...

Apr 4, Wisconsin "Wine Tasting" Train Rides

Wisconsin might not be the first state that comes to mind when one thinks of wine, but this scenic region is increasingly gaining recognition for its unique offerings in viticultur...

May 2, Wisconsin Wine Tasting Train Rides (2026)

Wisconsin might not be the first state that comes to mind when one thinks of wine, but this scenic region is increasingly gaining recognition for its unique offerings in viticultur...

Wisconsin planting progress varies

Progress in Wisconsin’s fields varies greatly depending on location. Casey Kelleher raises corn and soybeans near Whitewater in southwestern Wisconsin.  He tells Brownfield April r...

John Imes: Rural Wisconsin is asking the right questions about data centers

Large-scale data center development is moving quickly into rural Wisconsin, and the scale is unlike anything the state has seen.

From wheat fields to America’s Dairyland: Wisconsin’s rise as a dairy powerhouse

Wisconsin’s identity as “America’s Dairyland” has been forged through generations of agricultural innovation, hard-earned adaptation, and a blend of science, community, and economi...

Opportunity Wisconsin: Opportunity Wisconsin, Bikes Limited provide free bike repairs as gas prices soar

As costs continue to climb La Crosse families and students are looking for sustainable ways to save money this summerLA CROSSE, Wis. — News 8000 (WKBT) covered Opportunity Wisconsi...

Wisconsin farmers await good weather, field conditions

Many farmers in Wisconsin have been forced to wait for drier weather and better field conditions. Evan Schrauth operates a dairy farm in Fond du Lac County. He tells Brownfield, “Q...

Dept. of Military Affairs: Wisconsin emergency management release: State Emergency Operations Center update 6: April sev...

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin State Emergency Operations Center continues to support response and recovery efforts after severe weather impacted the state last week. The State Emer...

Divine running at Holy Hill

Sediment left by glacial collision makes the trails around the Catholic basilica some of the best trail running in Wisconsin.

Opportunity Wisconsin: Monday: Groups host free community bike tune-up at UW-L amid soaring gas prices and rising energy...

LA CROSSE, Wis. – Opportunity Wisconsin, in partnership with Bikes Limited, will host a free community bike tune-up event on Monday, May 11 in La Crosse for UW-La Crosse students,...

9 Ways to celebrate Earth Day in Wisconsin

Wisconsin Earth Day events to mark on your calendar. The post 9 Ways to celebrate Earth Day in Wisconsin first appeared on UpNorthNews.