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The U.S. Championship Cheese Contest is more than just a competition; it’s a celebration of craftsmanship, innovation, and camaraderie in the cheese industry. Contest Coordinator Kirsten Strohmenger emphasizes the unique spirit of the event, stating, “It’s a competition, but it’s friendly and en...

Congressmen Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) and Josh Harder (D-CA) have introduced the Protecting Mothers and Infants’ Access to Milk Act. This bill aims to restore the maximum monthly milk allowance for families using the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). Rep. Van Orden emp...

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds ice anglers to remove their permanent ice shanties before deadlines. Ice shanties that are not removed daily must be off the ice by the following dates: March 1 – Wisconsin-Minnesota boundary waters March 2 – Inland waters south of Highway 64 March...

The Professional Dairy Producers (PDP) will host the 2025 Business Conference on March 12-13 at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, Wisconsin. This two-day event will offer dairy producers insights into financial management, business strategy, and the latest industry innovations. Sessions will be available in Spanish...

Sheboygan River Progressive Farmers gathered on February 14 for their annual meeting to share ideas, discuss research, and also hear from experts. Farmers, supporters, and community members attended the event, which featured regenerative farmer Rick Clark as the keynote speaker. Clark, a fifth-generation farmer from In...

As industries across the nation brace for potential new tariffs on March 1, Cleary Building Corp. is already feeling the effects of existing tariffs on steel and aluminum. Sean Cleary, owner and operator of Cleary Building Corp., emphasizes that these trade policies are impacting material costs and business operations....

This spring, students across Wisconsin are stepping up as energy conservation leaders through theRenew Our Schools challenge. This is a five-week program that combines education with real-world impact. Hosted by FOCUS ON ENERGY® and the Wisconsin K-12 Energy Education Program (KEEP), this initiative empowers studen...

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is now accepting artwork entries for the Wild Turkey, Pheasant and Waterfowl Stamp Design Contests. The winning designs will appear on the 2026 collection of stamps. Each year, local artists from around Wisconsin compete for an opportunity to showcase their talents, c...

Pictured: The back window of the new Can-Am Defender features a custom mural of photos from past Racine County Fair memories. Milwaukee Powersports and Can-Am completed a grant for the Racine County Fair, resulting in the fair receiving a brand-new 2025 Can-Am Defender 6×6 UTV. This donation will help the Racine ...

It’s not a new story. Wisconsin’s Division of Extension is struggling. A revised model that removed county-based Extension services and pivoted toward regional offerings was met with a cold shoulder. Today, Extension faces funding challenges and talent shortages. Dean and Director Karl Martin tells Mid-West...