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Whelan’s Coffee and Ice Cream Is A Year-Round Treat
Since it first opened in 2007, almost everyone who passes through Oconomowoc has had a hard time resisting Whelan's Coffee and Ice Cream. The cherished shop is right in the heart of downtown Oconomowoc, sitting at the center of Wisconsin Avenue. It has become a...
Whelan’s Coffee and Ice Cream Is A Year-Round Treat
Since it first opened in 2007, almost everyone who passes through Oconomowoc has had a hard time resisting Whelan's Coffee and Ice Cream. The cherished shop is right in the heart of downtown Oconomowoc, sitting at the center of Wisconsin Avenue. It has become a...
Wisconsin Hospital Association warns of workforce, payment needs
(The Center Square) – There is some good news in the latest report on Wisconsin’s healthcare workforce. The Wisconsin Hospital Association released its 2025 Workforce Report recently, and it said hospitals across the state have closed their employment gap over the...
Wisconsin sues to recovery previously approved health money
(The Center Square) – Wisconsin joined a lawsuit to try to stop the loss of $225 million in federal money the state expected to get for mental and behavioral health services, substance abuse, public health and emergency medical services. Gov. Tony Evers, a second-term...
5 Wisconsin Towns with Unexpected Charm
Wisconsin’s got more than big cities and famous teams—it’s home to small towns brimming with character, history, and that elusive “hidden gem” vibe. Beyond the usual suspects, these five spots offer a mix of natural beauty, quirky culture, and a slower pace that’ll...
Arrowhead School Referendum Rejected By Voters
After much public debate, the hotly contested Arrowhead School District Referendum received an overwhelming 'No' vote. On Tuesday, April 1, Wisconsin's spring election decided that the proposed $136.2 million school project would not pass. If approved, the referendum...
What Does It Look Like To Be A Poll Worker in WI?
Tuesday, April 1 marks an important day in Wisconsin, as the state will come together for a series of important elections. The statewide questions concern the next member of the Wisconsin Supreme Court, the next head of the Department of Public Instruction, and a...
‘Arrowhead No’ Files Lawsuit Aiming to Stop Referendum
A group of residents within the Arrowhead school district have filed a lawsuit to block the upcoming April expansion referendum. On March 18, a group of citizen taxpayers operating under the name 'Arrowhead No' filed the lawsuit against the district. According to this...
Poll: Wisconsin voters don’t know Supreme Court, superintendent candidates
(The Center Square) – Despite a high level of campaign spending on the Wisconsin Supreme Court race, many registered voters are not informed enough on the race to offer an opinion, according to a new Marquette Law School Poll. The poll did not track who voters favored...
Whelan’s Coffee and Ice Cream Is A Year-Round Treat
Since it first opened in 2007, almost everyone who passes through Oconomowoc has had a hard time resisting Whelan's Coffee and Ice Cream. The cherished shop is right in the heart of downtown Oconomowoc, sitting at the center of Wisconsin Avenue. It has become a...
Arrowhead School Referendum Rejected By Voters
After much public debate, the hotly contested Arrowhead School District Referendum received an overwhelming 'No' vote. On Tuesday, April 1, Wisconsin's spring election decided that the proposed $136.2 million school project would not pass. If approved, the referendum...
Roost Mercantile Is Right At Home in Lake Country
Roost Mercantile is a tribute to the unrivaled creativity that can be found in Lake Country. For the past ten years, the Pewaukee shop has offered handmade goods, reworked treasures, and vintage steals that are hand selected with love. Roost Mercantile's owner,...
Waukesha Civic Theater Boasts Exciting Lineup of Spring Shows
The weekend of Sunday, March 30 marks the final few shows for the Waukesha Civic Theater's performances of "Next to Normal". The musical, intended for mature and adult audiences, deals with serious themes surrounded by a loving, compassionate narrative. The music in...
DockHounds Prepare for Their Own Opening Day
Last Thursday, March 27 marked the opening day for Major League Baseball, and on Monday, March 31 Wisconsin's very own Milwaukee Brewers hosted their home opener at American Family Field. Although the Brewers have been off to a brief but bad start so far this season,...
Hulk Hogan Comes to Lake Country on Promo Tour
Hulk Hogan, the professional wrestler and WWE ambassador, is coming to Lake Country on March 18. Hogan has been touring the country promoting his new Real American Beer. The new line of light beer is proudly brewed in the United States and is a partner of the WWE....
DockHounds Broadcaster Dominic Stearn Shares His Journey to WI
The Lake Country DockHounds have become an integral part of the community since their founding in 2021. Dominic Stearn is a shining example of how the team has made talented, creative young people a crucial part of its identity. Dominic plays many roles for the...
How WIAA Updates Affect the ‘Classic 8’ Sports Conference
The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) has made changes to their policies regarding transgender students. The updates went into effect starting on January 19, 2025. As a result, the changes will affect students participating in the Lake Country...
Whelan’s Coffee and Ice Cream Is A Year-Round Treat
Since it first opened in 2007, almost everyone who passes through Oconomowoc has had a hard time resisting Whelan's Coffee and Ice Cream. The cherished shop is right in the heart of downtown Oconomowoc, sitting at the center of Wisconsin Avenue. It...
Wisconsin Hospital Association warns of workforce, payment needs
(The Center Square) – There is some good news in the latest report on Wisconsin’s healthcare workforce. The Wisconsin Hospital Association released its 2025 Workforce Report recently, and it said hospitals across the state have closed their...
Wisconsin sues to recovery previously approved health money
(The Center Square) – Wisconsin joined a lawsuit to try to stop the loss of $225 million in federal money the state expected to get for mental and behavioral health services, substance abuse, public health and emergency medical services. Gov. Tony...
5 Wisconsin Towns with Unexpected Charm
Wisconsin’s got more than big cities and famous teams—it’s home to small towns brimming with character, history, and that elusive “hidden gem” vibe. Beyond the usual suspects, these five spots offer a mix of natural beauty, quirky culture, and a...
Arrowhead School Referendum Rejected By Voters
After much public debate, the hotly contested Arrowhead School District Referendum received an overwhelming 'No' vote. On Tuesday, April 1, Wisconsin's spring election decided that the proposed $136.2 million school project would not pass. If...
Wisconsin lawmakers’ budget proposal in holding pattern
(The Center Square) – One of the two Republicans in charge of writing Wisconsin’s next state budget says it will be a while before there’s anything to take back to voters or the governor. Sen. Howard Marklein, R-Spring Green, told reporters at the...
Poll: Musk viewed unfavorably by U.S. residents
(The Center Square) – Elon Musk is viewed unfavorably by 60% of U.S. adults while his work with the Department of Government Efficiency is disapproved by 58%, according to a new poll from Marquette Law School. The poll comes as Musk-backed...
5 Quirky Wisconsin Traditions That Make Us Who We Are
Wisconsinites are a special breed—proud, hearty, and just a little bit eccentric. While our love for cheese and football gets plenty of airtime, it’s the quirky traditions woven into everyday life that truly set us apart. From fish fries to...
Democrats celebrate Crawford victory for Wisconsin Supreme Court
(The Center Square) – Democrats across Wisconsin and beyond celebrated Susan Crawford’s victory over Brad Schimel to maintain an advantage for liberals on the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Former President Barack Obama weighed in, congratulating...
Underly re-elected to head Wisconsin K-12 education department
(The Center Square) – Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Superintendent Jill Underly won another term Tuesday as she held off a challenge from Republican Brittany Kinser in the race to lead Wisconsin’s K-12 education department. Underly...
‘Historic’ Wisconsin spring election sees precincts run out of ballots
(The Center Square) – Seven locations in Milwaukee ran out of ballots, causing voting delays on Election Day. But any voter in line by 8 p.m. was allowed to vote in what Milwaukee Election Commission Spokesperson Melissa Howard called a “historic”...
What Does It Look Like To Be A Poll Worker in WI?
Tuesday, April 1 marks an important day in Wisconsin, as the state will come together for a series of important elections. The statewide questions concern the next member of the Wisconsin Supreme Court, the next head of the Department of Public...