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Five things to know: the No. 21 Wisconsin Badgers travel to Sean Earl Lakefront Invitational
The No. 21 Wisconsin women's cross country team is set to compete in the Sean Earl Lakefront Invitational on October 3, 2025. The event will feature a 6-kilometer championship race starting at 9:00 a.m. and an open 6K at 10:20 a.m. Last week, the...
Wisconsin DNR forester killed by lightning strike to be honored Saturday
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Flags across Wisconsin will be lowered Saturday to honor the Wisconsin DNR forester who was killed by a lightning strike last month. Adam Zirbel, 48, was born and raised in Wisconsin, graduated from UW-Stevens Point and...
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Gov. Tony Evers orders flags to fly at half staff Saturday to honor DNR Forester Adam Zirbel
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WISCONSIN (WQOW) - Governor Tony Evers signed an executive order, ordering the flags be flown at half staff on Saturday in honor of Adam Zirbel. He was a forester at the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources who unexpectedly passed away on...
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Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of DNR Forester Adam Zirbel
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Urban Milwaukee - Wisconsin
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MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #276, ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Sat., Oct. 4, 2025, in honor of Adam Zirbel, who unexpectedly passed away in the course of his...
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How Milwaukee’s silly sausages became one of the most beloved spectacles in baseball
By Don Riddell, CNN (CNN) — The Milwaukee Brewers are deadly serious about their baseball this season. Finishing with the best record in MLB, they’re hoping that this will be the year they can finally win a World Series as their playoff campaign...
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Gov. Evers Orders Flags at Half-Staff for DNR Forester Adam Zirbel
MADISON, Wis. (WLIP) — Gov. Tony Evers has ordered U.S. and Wisconsin state flags to be flown at half-staff Saturday in honor of Department of Natural Resources forester Adam Zirbel, who died last month while on the job. Evers signed Executive...
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Sam McKewon's Big Ten picks: 20 years later, Wisconsin football is reliving Nebraska's missteps
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LINCOLN — Barry Alvarez sat at a Ruth’s Chris Steak House table, the walls around him adorned with Wisconsin football glory he helped create. The former Badger coach and athletic director, who played on some of Bob Devaney’s early teams and counts...
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Governor Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Plymouth Forester Zirbel
wollertz / Depositphotos.com A DNR forester from Plymouth who lost his life while on the job will be honored tomorrow by orders of Governor Tony Evers. The Governor has ordered that Wisconsin and US Flags are to be flown at half-staff in honor of...
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Rep. Fitzgerald & Wisconsin House Republicans Urge Governor Evers to Submit Wisconsin’s Application for the Rural Health Transformation Program
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Urban Milwaukee - Wisconsin
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WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) issued the following statement after leading a letter with Wisconsin’s House Republican delegation to Governor Tony Evers, urging him to submit Wisconsin’s application for the Rural Health...
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Massive online search reunites Wisconsin toddler with Woody doll after losing it in San Marcos
SAN MARCOS, Texas – A toy from Wisconsin played a crucial role in the relationship the San Marcos community formed with a one-year-old girl and her family. “Everywhere in her baby book is Woody,” said Shaunna Tello, the girl’s mother. “(The) girl...
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Wisconsin forester remembered after fatal lightning strike
NEWS MOBILE APP AS WE GET THEM. AUTHORITIES THINK A LIGHTNING STRIKE KILLED A FATHER AND A STATE DNR FORESTER. HIS NAME IS ADAM ZIRBEL. THE 48 YEAR OLD WAS WORKING NEAR KEWASKUM LATE LAST MONTH WHEN IT HAPPENED. TONIGHT, HIS BOSS AND LONGTIME...
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Cubs 3, Padres 1: On to Milwaukee!
The Cubs put everything they had on the field at a raucous Wrigley Field Thursday afternoon/early evening, from pitching to hitting to defense, and then had to hang on with pitchers they probably did not want to use to lock this win down in the...
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This challenge encourages Wisconsin hikers to hit the Ice Age Trail in October
An annual hiking challenge is back this October, encouraging people to get outside and enjoy the fall colors along the Ice Age National Scenic Trail in Wisconsin. The Ice Age Trail Alliance’s Mammoth Hike Challenge encourages people to hike, walk,...
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Wellens travel journal: Checking Fairbanks off my college hockey bucket list
FAIRBANKS, Alaska — The very nice and helpful woman at the rental car counter took one look at my driver’s license on Thursday afternoon and quickly realized she could skip the winter driving spiel she gave to most of the out-of-state customers...
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Milwaukee With Kids weekend guide: Oktoberfests, hikes and spooky fun
Every week, Milwaukee With Kids answers a simple question for families across the area: What are we going to do this weekend? From indoor activities to outdoor adventures, we’ve got you covered. For the full weekend list, make sure to visit the...
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Wisconsin Badgers vs. Michigan Wolverines Opponent Preview: Does Wisconsin have an advantage anywhere?
The Wisconsin Badgers travel to the Big House in Ann Arbor for their first Big Ten road game of the season. Kickoff is at 11:00 A.M. CT on FOX, and 20th-ranked Michigan is a 17.5-point favorite.Two weeks ago, the Badgers had an abysmally poor...
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Postseason ticket prices rise for Brewers-Cubs playoff series
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Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - Wisconsin
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Which former Central Wisconsin area high school stars will compete on Saturday, Oct. 4?
On Saturday, Oct. 4, these former Central Wisconsin area high school stars will be competing. Alec Sullivan UW River Falls Falcons Offensive lineman Junior 6′3″ 285 Assumption High School Hometown: Wisconsin Rapids Next Game: vs. UW - Oshkosh...
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Sheboygan Falls community holds vigil to pay respects to Canadian tourist who was shot, killed on golf trip in Wisconsin
SHEBOYGAN FALLS, Wis. (CBS 58) -- On the side of Monroe St. in the town of Sheboygan Falls on Thursday, Oct. 2, a small group gathered by a memorial. Carefully placed on the ground were bouquets of flowers and candles as a tribute to Giovanni...
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Who are the West Central Wisconsin area high school alumni in action on Saturday, Oct. 4?
On Saturday, Oct. 4, these former West Central Wisconsin area high school standouts will be in action. Adam Skifton Augustana Vikings Quarterback Freshman 6′2″ 205 Onalaska High School Hometown: Onalaska Next Game: vs. Sioux Falls Cougars,...
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