Jackson Needs You: Easter Egg Hunt Volunteers Wanted
A Wisconsin town is calling on neighbors to help create Easter magic for local kids. The Jackson Parks & Recreation Department needs just five more volunteers to pull off their community egg hunt.
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Wisconsin Joins Clean Energy Wave With 2050 Pledge
Wisconsin lawmakers just introduced a groundbreaking bill to power the entire state with 100% clean energy by 2050. If passed, Wisconsin would join three neighboring states already leading the clean energy revolution.
Wisconsin Town Rebuilds in Days After Tornado Hits
After a tornado tore through Ringle, Wisconsin, the community rallied with such force that one home lost its roof and was nearly rebuilt within days. Local restaurants, churches, and volunteers from across central Wisconsin proved that disaster can bring out the best in people.
Wisconsin Utilities Go Green Despite Federal Pullback
While the U.S. exits the Paris Climate Agreement, Wisconsin utilities are doubling down on clean energy with major solar, wind, and battery projects. Wisconsin Public Service has already slashed emissions by 56% since 2005 and just launched the state's first large-scale battery storage facility.
Wisconsin Adds 78 EV Charging Stations to Beat Range Fear
Wisconsin is building 78 new electric vehicle charging stations with $78 million in federal funding, ensuring drivers are never more than 50 miles from a quality charger. The state DOT is focusing two-thirds of stations in northern Wisconsin to boost tourism and ease range anxiety for EV owners.
Madison's Electric Buses Win the Wisconsin Winter Test
When temperatures plunged to -4°F in Madison, Wisconsin, the University of Wisconsin shut down but the city's 62 electric buses kept running. Just four years after electric buses failed miserably in the cold, new technology is proving that zero-emission transit can handle brutal Midwestern winters.
Wisconsin Women's Hockey Wins 2nd Straight National Title
The Wisconsin Badgers women's hockey team claimed their second consecutive national championship with a thrilling 3-2 comeback victory over Ohio State. The win marks Wisconsin's ninth NCAA title, the most of any program in women's college hockey.
Wisconsin Badgers Erase 20-Point Deficit for Historic Win
The Wisconsin Badgers turned a nightmare first half into one of the greatest comebacks in program history, erasing a 20-point deficit to defeat Minnesota 67-63. The victory marks Wisconsin's 11th straight win over their rivals and ties the school record for largest second-half comeback. #
Wisconsin Volunteers Count Homeless to Build Better Help
Volunteers in western Wisconsin spent Wednesday night counting every person experiencing homelessness, and the data they gathered is already creating real solutions. Their last count revealed gaps that led to a new daytime resource center opening its doors.
1,000 Kids Explore Trucks at Free Jackson Community Event
The Junior League of Jackson brought 1,000 second-graders to climb fire trucks, bulldozers, and emergency vehicles for free. Every dollar raised from the weekend event funds 30 community projects across metro Jackson.
Wisconsin Offers $29K in Dairy Industry Scholarships
The Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association is awarding $29,000 in scholarships to students pursuing careers in dairy and skilled trades. Applications are open until February 20, with awards presented in April.
Wisconsin's Largest Wind Farm Could Power Up in 2028
Alliant Energy just submitted plans for a 277-megawatt wind farm in central Wisconsin that would become the state's most powerful clean energy site. After five years of planning with local landowners, the Columbia Wind project could bring 150 jobs and $100 million in tax revenue to the community.
Wisconsin Approves 11 Clean Energy Projects in 2026
Wisconsin is catching up to its Midwestern neighbors with a record number of clean energy projects heading for approval this year. The shift could save residents money while reducing the state's reliance on imported fossil fuels.
Wisconsin Seeks Volunteers to Save Rare Species in 2026
Wisconsin is inviting everyday people to become community scientists and help protect the state's rarest plants and animals. No experience needed—just a willingness to explore nature and make a difference.
Wisconsin Saves $62M for Electric Vehicle Charging Network
A federal court ruled that Wisconsin can keep more than $62 million in funding for electric vehicle charging stations across the state. The victory protects jobs and ensures clean energy infrastructure moves forward as planned.
Wisconsin Foundation Awards $25K in Trade School Scholarships
The WPS Foundation is opening applications for technical college scholarships worth $25,000, helping Wisconsin high school seniors launch careers in skilled trades. Since 1964, the foundation has invested over $6 million in student futures.
Woman's Cancer Vanishes After Biopsy in Wisconsin
A 59-year-old Wisconsin woman's arm tumor completely disappeared within two weeks of her diagnostic biopsy, stunning doctors who found zero cancer cells when they operated. She remains cancer-free one year later in what scientists call a "spontaneous regression."
Wisconsin Farmers Get Roadmap to Cut Emissions and Costs
New research shows Wisconsin farmers can slash greenhouse gas emissions while improving profits by shifting away from expensive corn and soybean production. The science-backed roadmap offers practical solutions that protect both climate and rural livelihoods.
Wisconsin Utilities Cut Emissions 56% Since 2005
While federal climate policy shifts, Wisconsin's largest utilities are doubling down on clean energy with major wins already in the books. One power company has slashed emissions by more than half and just launched the state's first massive battery storage facility.
Wisconsin Opens $40M in EV Charging Grants This Summer
Wisconsin just completed its main highway charging network and is now investing $40 million to bring fast-charging stations to smaller communities. Businesses near highway exits can apply for grants covering up to 80% of installation costs.
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