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1,500 Volunteers Rally After Wisconsin Tornado Hits Menasha
Community Heroes1h ago

1,500 Volunteers Rally After Wisconsin Tornado Hits Menasha

When an EF-3 tornado tore through Menasha, Wisconsin, the community response was overwhelming. From 5-year-olds wanting to help to half a million dollars raised in days, neighbors near and far are showing up for those who lost everything.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
400 Volunteers Arrive Minutes After Menasha Tornado Hit
Community Heroes1h ago

400 Volunteers Arrive Minutes After Menasha Tornado Hit

When a tornado tore through Menasha, Wisconsin, 400 volunteers showed up within minutes to help their neighbors rebuild. The massive community response turned a tragedy into a powerful display of American compassion.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Wisconsin Joins Clean Energy Wave With 2050 Pledge
Planet WinsMar 25

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.

Google News - Clean Energy2 min read
Wisconsin Church Feeds Tornado Victims Without Power or Water
Acts of Kindness19h ago

Wisconsin Church Feeds Tornado Victims Without Power or Water

After an EF-3 tornado devastated Menasha, Wisconsin, St. Thomas Episcopal Church kept its doors open to serve free meals and supplies despite having no electricity or running water. Volunteers and crews are working around the clock to help the community rebuild.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Wisconsin Town Rebuilds in Days After Tornado Hits
Acts of KindnessApr 20

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.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Wisconsin Utilities Go Green Despite Federal Pullback
Planet WinsJan 19

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.

Google News - Clean Energy2 min read
Wisconsin Adds 78 EV Charging Stations to Beat Range Fear
SolutionsApr 16

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.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Madison's Electric Buses Win the Wisconsin Winter Test
InnovationFeb 23

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.

Grist2 min read
Wisconsin Women's Hockey Wins 2nd Straight National Title
SportsMar 23

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.

Google News - Sports2 min read
Wisconsin Badgers Erase 20-Point Deficit for Historic Win
SportsJan 29

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. #

Google News - Historic Victory3 min read
Six Wisconsin Schools Win State Honors for Student Growth
SolutionsApr 21

Six Wisconsin Schools Win State Honors for Student Growth

Six schools in Wisconsin's Fox Cities region earned state recognition for helping students thrive, especially those from lower-income families. The awards celebrate real academic progress and closing achievement gaps.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Wisconsin Offers $29K in Dairy Industry Scholarships
Acts of KindnessJan 28

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.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Volunteers Rush to Wisconsin After Tornado Tears Through Towns
Community Heroes3d ago

Volunteers Rush to Wisconsin After Tornado Tears Through Towns

Less than 24 hours after a tornado ripped through three Wisconsin communities, hundreds of volunteers are heading to Appleton to help families rebuild their homes and lives. Teams will clear debris, rescue belongings, and bring hope to neighborhoods torn apart in minutes.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Wisconsin's Largest Wind Farm Could Power Up in 2028
SolutionsFeb 17

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.

Google News - Wind Energy2 min read
Wisconsin Approves 11 Clean Energy Projects in 2026
Planet WinsApr 12

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.

Google News - Clean Energy2 min read
Wisconsin Seeks Volunteers to Save Rare Species in 2026
Planet WinsApr 1

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.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Wisconsin Saves $62M for Electric Vehicle Charging Network
Planet WinsJan 30

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.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Wisconsin Foundation Awards $25K in Trade School Scholarships
SolutionsMar 5

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.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Woman's Cancer Vanishes After Biopsy in Wisconsin
Health & WellnessMay 21

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."

Live Science2 min read
Wisconsin Farmers Get Roadmap to Cut Emissions and Costs
Daily MixMay 5

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.

Google News - Emissions Reduction3 min read

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