At the height of the pandemic, Wisconsin saw a surge of increased participation in a range of outdoor pursuits. And even as the pandemic receded, by 2023, Wisconsinites still were exceeding pre-pandemic rates of participation in pastimes such as fishing and visiting state parks.
As families prepare for another school year, the Wisconsin State Patrol reminds drivers to slow down and pay attention to keep kids safe. Traffic patterns will change as school buses head back out on the roads. Plan ahead and watch for pedestrians at all times.
UW-Richland has ceased in-person instruction. It was one of several campuses affected by changes within the university system. (Photo courtesy of UW)
The Universities of Wisconsin system, which has been rocked by financial problems and closures, is getting a major review from a legislative study committee.
Four independent Presidential candidates filed signatures and paperwork with the Wisconsin Elections Commission in an attempt to be on the Nov. 5 ballot.
President Joe Biden and his Democrat allies enjoyed a more than 18-to-1 advantage in ad spending in Wisconsin over the past 18 months, even as polls have shown little movement among state voters in his race with Donald Trump, according to Ad Impact.
The overall quality of Wisconsin’s paved local roads has deteriorated modestly since 2010, with Milwaukee having especially poor local road conditions relative to most of the state’s large cities.
Though the high unemployment that accompanied the COVID-19 pandemic has subsided, the number of people receiving FoodShare benefits in Wisconsin has not yet returned to 2019 levels. This may reflect a number of factors, from changes to eligibility requirements to reduced stigma and high food prices.
AARP is accepting nominations for its 2024 Wisconsin Andrus Award for Community Service, which honors Wisconsinites age 50-plus who are sharing their experience, talent and skills to enrich the lives of their community members.
The ballot drop box outside Reedsburg City Hall is seen here before the boxes were banned in Wisconsin. After that, it was locked. However, following a new court ruling, the boxes will be back in action for this year’s elections. (Reedsburg Independent file photo)
In the wake of the 2020 Presidential Election where Donald Trump lost the State of Wisconsin by 20,000 votes, a lawsuit was filed primarily against the Wisconsin Elections Commission challenging ballot drop boxes.
