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  1. Outdoors

    Buy a State Park Pass in November? It Finally Makes Sense

    Wisconsin's state park pass now runs 12 months from purchase. Buy one in November and it's good through next November. Here's what it costs.

    By DS Staff · Nov. 11, 2026
    Couple walks state park
  2. Must Visit

    Monroe: How a Lead Town Became the Swiss Cheese Capital

    Origins Monroe’s first settlers showed up around 1835, a generation before anybody thought of the place as cheese country. The lead deposits of southwestern…

    By DS Staff · Oct. 23, 2026
    Monroe, Wisconsin
  3. Must Visit

    2026 CPKC Holiday Train Wisconsin Schedule: Dates, Times, and Stops

    13 Stops in our State December 8-10 Free Concerts The crisp autumn air means Christmas and the end-of-the-year holiday and festivities are just around the…

    By Brian Fraley · Oct. 14, 2026
    Wisconsin Christmas Holiday Train Schedule
  4. Opinion

    Why the 175th Wisconsin State Fair Means More to Us Than Ever

    To me, the Wisconsin State Fair is simply the best of Wisconsin. It is that great time of year when people from every corner of the state gather at State…

    By Brian Fraley · Aug. 4, 2026
    2026 Wisconsin State Fair
  5. Must Visit

    Save, Share and Post: The Complete 2026 Wisconsin State Fair Know Before You Go!

    Get ready to embrace the ultimate summer tradition, because the countdown is officially on for the Wisconsin State Fair. For 11 unforgettable days, West…

    By DS Staff · July 30, 2026
    2026 Wisconsin State Fair
  6. WisCulture

    175th Anniversary: Wisconsin State Fair Nominated for Best State Fair in U.S.

    This summer marks a monumental milestone for a beloved Wisconsin tradition. The Wisconsin State Fair is celebrating its 175th anniversary in 2026. To kick…

    By Brian Fraley · June 29, 2026
    175th Anniversary: Wisconsin State Fair Nominated for Best State Fair in U.S.
  7. History

    Flag Day and Waubeka, Wisconsin

    Every June 14, Americans celebrate Flag Day, marking the anniversary of the adoption of the Stars and Stripes as the nation’s official flag. What many people…

    By DS Staff · June 13, 2026
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  8. Must Visit

    Looking forward to Summerfest 2026, now reunited with Harley-Davidson

    Winter’s finally losing its grip on Wisconsin, and you know what that means. It’s time to stop thinking about snow shovels and start looking forward to…

    By Brian Fraley · Feb. 25, 2026
    Summerfest promotional photo courtesy of Milwaukee World Festival, Inc
  9. Outdoors

    The Making of Whistling Straits: From Army Base to Global Golf Icon

    Before the first tee was ever struck, Whistling Straits was a featureless, abandoned military site known as Camp Haven. The transformation from a flat…

    By DS Staff · Feb. 7, 2026
    Whistling Straits
  10. Must Visit

    2025 Christmas Train Schedules Wisconsin Stops

    We still call it the Christmas train and it’s making several stops in Wisconsin. The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train is more than just a seasonal spectacle;…

    By Brian Fraley · Nov. 30, 2025
    2025 Christmas Train Schedules Wisconsin Stops
  11. Must Visit

    2025 NFL Draft Delivers $72.9M Economic Boost to Brown County, $104.8M to Wisconsin

    GREEN BAY, Wis. —The 2025 NFL Draft, held April 24-26 at Lambeau Field and Titletown in Green Bay, produced a $72.9 million economic impact for Brown County…

    By Brian Fraley · July 16, 2025
    2025 NFL Draft Delivers $72.9M Economic Boost to Brown County, $104.8M to Wisconsin
  12. Must Visit

    Green Bay, State Anticipate $94 Million Economic Boost from 2025 NFL Draft

    April 17, 2025 GREEN BAY, Wis. — As Green Bay gears up to host the 2025 NFL Draft, city and state officials are preparing for an influx of more than 240,000…

    By DS Staff · April 17, 2025
    Green Bay, State Anticipate $94 Million Economic Boost from 2025 NFL Draft
  13. Must Visit

    Your 2025 NFL Draft Primer: Green Bay Braces for Football’s Grand Stage

    April 10, 2025 UPDATED: Here is the complete list of official events! The 2025 NFL Draft is charging toward Green Bay like a Ray Nitschke blitz, slated to…

    By DS Staff · April 10, 2025
    2025 NFL Draft Delivers $72.9M Economic Boost to Brown County, $104.8M to Wisconsin
  14. Must Visit

    Five Fast Facts About Black River Falls

    In the heart of mostly rural Jackson County, Black River Falls is a small city with a surprisingly big story. It’s a place where Native American heritage,…

    By DS Staff · April 9, 2025
    Five Fast Facts About Black River Falls
  15. History

    The Grand Oshkosh: Wisconsin’s Gem Since 1883

    The Grand Opera House opened in downtown Oshkosh on Aug. 9, 1883, with the C.D. Hess company’s production of “The Bohemian Girl.” It has been putting on…

    By Brian Fraley · April 5, 2025
    The Grand Oshkosh: Wisconsin’s Gem Since 1883
  16. Must Visit

    Brewers Set for 2025 Season?

    Brewers Set for 2025 Season? The Brewers won 93 games and a second straight National League Central title in 2024. They open 2025 today at Yankee Stadium…

    By Brian Fraley · March 27, 2025
    Brewers Set for 2025 Season?
  17. Must Visit

    Nashville Predators and Milwaukee Admirals Announce Affiliation Extension

    The Milwaukee Admirals will remain the Nashville Predators’ American Hockey League affiliate through at least the 2028-29 season. Predators General Manager…

    By Brian Fraley · March 24, 2025
    Nashville Predators and Milwaukee Admirals Announce Affiliation Extension
  18. History

    Five Fast Facts about charming Bay View

    Bay View is a neighborhood located in the city of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It was originally an independent village until it was annexed by the city of…

    By DS Staff · March 11, 2025
    Five Fast Facts about charming Bay View
  19. WisCulture

    Summerfest Announces 2025 Lineup

    Summerfest presented by American Family Insurance announced the 2025 lineup for the three-weekend festival held in Milwaukee, WI, June 19-21, June 26-28, and…

    By DS Staff · Feb. 13, 2025
    Summerfest Announces 2025 Lineup
  20. Must Visit

    5 Fast Facts About Sheboygan

    Five Fast Facts to Fire Up Your Sheboygan Adventure Freshwater Surfing: Lovingly nicknamed the “Malibu of the Midwest,” Sheboygan gets enough wind and wave…

    By DS Staff · Jan. 2, 2025
    5 Fast Facts About Sheboygan
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