Category: History
Five Fast Facts about charming Bay View
Bay View is a neighborhood located in the city of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It was originally an...
Read MoreOrigin and History of the Wisconsin Fish Fry Tradition
Roots The Wisconsin fish fry is a beloved tradition with deep historical and cultural roots,...
Read MorePaczki: Wisconsin’s Fat Tuesday Obsession Explained
If you’ve ever stepped into a Wisconsin bakery in early March, you’ve likely caught the scent of...
Read MoreWaukesha Water, Once a World Wonder
| History
A century before people paid for water with labels like Evian, Dasani and Aquafina, consumers from...
Read MoreJoshua Glover: A Fight for Freedom and a Catalyst for Change
| History
Joshua Glover’s story is a gritty testament to individual strength and collective defiance, a...
Read MoreMilwaukee Brewers unveil Uecker jersey patch for 2025 season
Today, the Milwaukee Brewers unveiled a Bob Uecker jersey patch, honoring the universally beloved...
Read MoreKey Wisconsin Reads | Friday, February 7, 2025
Former Packers Star Sterling Sharpe Elected to Pro Football Hall of Fame | SI.com Underly, DPI...
Read MoreHow Wisconsin Residents Became Known As Badgers
| History
The nickname “Badger” for Wisconsinites has its roots deeply embedded in the...
Read MoreJimmy the Groundhog
| History
The history of the Sun Prairie, Wisconsin Groundhog is a tale that weaves together local folklore,...
Read More5 fast facts about Cedarburg
Last year, CNN ran a feature about voter attitudes in the City of Cedarburg. While they offered...
Read MoreEagle River’s Snowmobile Derby
The history of the Eagle River Snowmobile Derby dates back more than half a century. It all began...
Read MoreWho was Oscar Rennebohm?
| History
Oscar Rennebohm was a significant figure in Wisconsin’s business and politics during the...
Read MoreEnjoy your Wisconsin-grown Christmas Tree
Nothing quite captures the spirit of the holiday season like the presence of a beautifully...
Read MoreTwo Clocks, plenty of good food: The local flavor that is George Webb’s
From Milwaukee’s Hamburger Parlor to a Wisconsin Staple In the heart of Milwaukee, on the...
Read MoreYou should have no reservations about going to Schwarz’s supper club in St. Anna
In the heart of Wisconsin, nestled between Lake Winnebago and the great Lake Michigan, in the...
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