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Midwest Communities Resist Data Center Developments Amid AI Expansion

Midwest Communities Resist Data Center Developments Amid AI Expansion

Midwest Communities Resist Data Center Developments Amid AI Expansion
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Eagle Point Solar Recognized as 2026 Top Solar Contractor Amidst U.S. Solar Industry Growth

Eagle Point Solar Recognized as 2026 Top Solar Contractor Amidst U.S. Solar Industry Growth

Eagle Point Solar Recognized as 2026 Top Solar Contractor Amidst U.S. Solar Industry Growth
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Michelle Grabner Donates More Than 2,000 Artworks to Wisconsin’s Kohler Arts Center, Now the Most Comprehensive Repository of Her Work

Michelle Grabner Donates More Than 2,000 Artworks to Wisconsin’s Kohler Arts Center, Now the Most Comprehensive Repository of Her Work

Her gift also includes 300 works from her personal art collection and her teaching materials and syllabi from her tenure at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.
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Samaritan's Purse Mobilizes Volunteers for Wisconsin Tornado Relief

Samaritan's Purse Mobilizes Volunteers for Wisconsin Tornado Relief

Samaritan's Purse, an Evangelical humanitarian organization, has deployed hundreds of volunteers to Wisconsin following an EF-3 tornado that caused significant damage in several counties. The tornado, with winds between 136 and 165 mph, resulted in widespread destruction, including uprooted trees and damaged homes. Volunteers are assisting with cleanup efforts and providing support to affected families. The organization is also partnering with the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association to offer spiritual support to survivors. The relief efforts are based in Appleton, with volunteers coming from across the country to aid in recovery.
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AI data center buildout faces its toughest challenge yet

AI data center buildout faces its toughest challenge yet

Since OpenAI started the current artificial intelligence race with its release of ChatGPT 3.5 in November 2022, hundreds of billions of dollars have been committed to building out the infrastructure needed for AI to become as ubiquitous as the tech industry believes it will be. AI spending has ...
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Green Bay Packers News: Time to put the pads on

Green Bay Packers News: Time to put the pads on

Let’s get those pads cracking, shall we?
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Corn 'Sweat' Contributes to Humidity in Wisconsin Summers

Corn 'Sweat' Contributes to Humidity in Wisconsin Summers

In Wisconsin, the phenomenon of 'corn sweat,' scientifically known as evapotranspiration, plays a significant role in the region's summer weather. Corn plants release moisture into the atmosphere through microscopic pores called stomata, a process that occurs as water absorbed by the roots travels up the stalk and evaporates from the leaves. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a single acre of corn can release between 3,000 and 4,000 gallons of water daily during peak growing season. With 4.15 million acres of corn planted in Wisconsin in 2025, this equates to up to 16.6 billion gallons of water released into the air each day. While corn sweat contributes to the muggy conditions often experienced in the Midwest, experts note that it is not the sole factor influencing regional humidity levels. Large-scale atmospheric conditions also play a significant role. (Source: Wausau Pilot & Review, 2026-08-01 18:54 GMT)
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Michigan Supreme Court Orders Reconsideration of Enbridge Pipeline Permit

Michigan Supreme Court Orders Reconsideration of Enbridge Pipeline Permit

The Michigan Supreme Court has mandated state regulators to reassess a permit that was previously granted for a tunnel project intended to carry an oil pipeline under the Great Lakes. This decision affects the future of Enbridge's Line 5 pipeline, which has been operational for 73 years, transporting petroleum from Wisconsin to Ontario. The pipeline runs along the bottom of the Straits of Mackinac, a critical waterway connecting Lakes Huron and Michigan. Enbridge's proposal to bury the pipeline in a tunnel has faced opposition from environmentalists and Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, who argue that a spill could have catastrophic consequences for the Great Lakes. The court's ruling highlights the need for regulators to evaluate the environmental impact of extending the pipeline's lifetime and to consider alternatives such as transporting oil via trucks or trains.
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Severe Storm Recovery Efforts Underway in Fox Cities, Wisconsin

Severe Storm Recovery Efforts Underway in Fox Cities, Wisconsin

The Fox Cities region in Wisconsin is recovering from severe storm damage that occurred on July 27, 2026. Volunteer Fox Cities has set up a Volunteer Reception Center at the UW-Oshkosh Fox Cities campus in Menasha to coordinate relief efforts. The center is open daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with volunteer check-ins closing at 3:00 PM. Volunteers with construction and chainsaw experience are especially needed. The community has shown overwhelming generosity, with donations pouring in. However, the donation center has reached its capacity for bottled water and is now prioritizing items such as tarps, Gatorade, flashlights, and cleaning supplies. Residents affected by the storm can access donated items at the donation center, where interpreters and emotional support volunteers are available. Financial donations are also encouraged to provide flexibility in addressing changing needs. (Source: Volunteer Fox Cities, published on August 2, 2026, at 16:00 GMT)
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Wisconsin Experiences Rare Tornado and Meteotsunami, Causing Widespread Damage

Wisconsin Experiences Rare Tornado and Meteotsunami, Causing Widespread Damage

A rare EF3 tornado struck north-east Wisconsin, carving a 12-mile path of destruction through Appleton and Menasha before dissipating over Lake Winnebago. This tornado is the fourth of its strength to hit Wisconsin in 2026, marking a significant increase in such events. Additionally, a meteotsunami occurred on Lake Winnebago, caused by air pressure disturbances associated with severe thunderstorms. Despite the extensive damage to homes and infrastructure, only a few injuries were reported, as the tornado struck during the afternoon when many people were at work.
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Eau Claire Firefighter Honored After Line-of-Duty Death

Eau Claire Firefighter Honored After Line-of-Duty Death

Bryce Jungbluth, a firefighter from Eau Claire, Wisconsin, died following a sudden medical emergency after his shift. The Eau Claire Fire Department organized a procession to escort his body from Minneapolis to Eau Claire, continuing to Hayward. Jungbluth was remembered for his dedication and service to the community. The procession, which included firefighters from Minnesota and Wisconsin, paid tribute to his commitment to the fire service. A funeral service is scheduled for August 10 at Hayward High School.
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Eau Claire Firefighter Honored After Sudden Death in Line of Duty

Eau Claire Firefighter Honored After Sudden Death in Line of Duty

A procession was held to honor Bryce Jungbluth, a firefighter from Eau Claire, Wisconsin, who died after a sudden medical emergency. Jungbluth, 27, passed away at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester after the incident occurred shortly after his shift. The Eau Claire Fire Department, along with firefighters from Minnesota and Wisconsin, participated in the procession that transported his remains from Minneapolis to Eau Claire, and then to Hayward, where his funeral will be held. Jungbluth was remembered for his dedication and passion for the fire service, having served both the Eau Claire Fire Department and Carrboro Fire-Rescue in North Carolina.