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Wisconsinites increased participation in outdoor activities during the COVID-19 pandemic, and while the durability of this shift is uncertain, policymakers may wish to consider it as they craft state and local budgets for public lands and recreational and conservation programs.

A paradigm shift appears underway in Wisconsin’s state transportation fund as vehicle fees may soon rival fuel taxes as its primary revenue source.

One hundred years ago, communities across Wisconsin were home to National Guard cavalry units – horse cavalry that is.

Another legal showdown is looming between the Democratic Gov. Tony Evers and the Republican-run Legislature.

The legal fight over Wisconsin’s 2020 elections cost taxpayers nearly $3 million in private attorneys, according to bills obtained by WisPolitics.com.

And legal bills were still rolling in, as Gov. Tony Evers has indicated he’ll try to recoup some of his costs from those who filed the suits.

This month, Wisconsin State Patrol reminds drivers to follow the rules of the road when making turns – especially in intersections.

“Safely navigating an intersection is one of the most complex activities that motorists perform,” said Cap. Jason Zeeh of the State Patrol’s Southwest Region-DeForest Post.

More than $8 million was just laying in wait to be claimed, and it’s now in the pockets of Wisconsin citizens.

The Department of Revenue announced that it reunited residents with $8.2 million in unclaimed property.

CentralStar Cooperative is offering seven $1,000 scholarships.

The deadline to apply is June 1.

The Spring Election is April 6 and there’s still time to get an ID if you plan to vote.

The Wisconsin DMV provides free IDs for voting purposes.