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Tracing the Background of Wade Michael Page Before 2012

Tracing the Background of Wade Michael Page Before 2012

Wade Michael Page was the gunman responsible for the tragic shooting at a Sikh temple in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, on August 5, 2012. As a white suprem...
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Exploring Wisconsin's Charming Small Towns and Their Unique Attractions

Exploring Wisconsin's Charming Small Towns and Their Unique Attractions

Exploring Wisconsin's Charming Small Towns and Their Unique Attractions
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Eric Adams Faces Opposition in Wisconsin Over Proposed Data Center

Eric Adams Faces Opposition in Wisconsin Over Proposed Data Center

Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams is facing backlash in Wisconsin Rapids as he promotes a real estate development project involving a data center. Adams, now a business development consultant, was met with resistance from local residents during a presentation at the municipal library. The proposed data center, by the PNK Group, is planned for a site previously occupied by a paper mill, a key economic driver that closed in 2020. Community members, represented by groups like South Wood County Neighbors for Responsible Development, are concerned about the environmental impact and the use of local resources.
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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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Bodies of Missing Chicago-Area Kayakers Recovered Near Washington Island

Bodies of Missing Chicago-Area Kayakers Recovered Near Washington Island

The bodies of two missing kayakers from the Chicago area were found in Lake Michigan near Washington Island, Wisconsin. David Thalman and Franceska Warick, both 20 years old, were reported missing after failing to return from a kayaking trip on Saturday. The Washington Island Police Department and the Door County Sheriff's Office conducted a search operation, which transitioned to a recovery mission after initial efforts. The U.S. Coast Guard was also involved in the search. The circumstances leading to their disappearance remain unclear.
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Wisconsin judge rules that paper absentee ballots violate rights of certain disabled people

Wisconsin judge rules that paper absentee ballots violate rights of certain disabled people

A judge has ruled that absentee voting in Wisconsin discriminates against disabled voters, siding with groups that are seeking to force elections officials to allow for electronic ballots
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Grafton Village Board Initiates Bid Process for Bridge Street Dam Repair

Grafton Village Board Initiates Bid Process for Bridge Street Dam Repair

The Grafton Village Board in Wisconsin has voted to begin the bid process for repairing the Bridge Street Dam, which has been in disrepair since its hydraulic arm broke in May. The decision follows months of public debate, with residents divided on whether to repair or remove the century-old structure. The board's move to solicit bids aims to address the concerns of those who see the dam as a vital part of the community's identity and infrastructure. The hydraulic arm failure has significantly lowered the Milwaukee River level, affecting the local environment and community activities.
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New Mapping Tool Launched for Chimney Swift Migration Tracking in Wisconsin

New Mapping Tool Launched for Chimney Swift Migration Tracking in Wisconsin

A new electronic mapping tool has been introduced to track the migration of chimney swifts in Wisconsin. As part of the 'Swift Night Out' events, volunteers are encouraged to count the birds as they roost in chimneys. The tool, developed in partnership with the American Bird Conservancy, allows participants to record sightings and conditions of roosting sites. This initiative aims to address the significant decline in chimney swift populations, which have decreased by over 72% in the past 50 years.
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Home for Life Sanctuary Provides a Third Option for At-Risk Animals

Home for Life Sanctuary Provides a Third Option for At-Risk Animals

Home for Life Sanctuary Provides a Third Option for At-Risk Animals
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Wingtip from WWII Ace Richard Bong's Plane Returned to Wisconsin

Wingtip from WWII Ace Richard Bong's Plane Returned to Wisconsin

A wingtip from a fighter plane flown by World War II ace pilot Richard Bong has been returned to Wisconsin from Papua New Guinea. The artifact, part of a plane named 'Marge' after Bong's girlfriend, was recovered by the Richard I Bong Veterans Historical Center. Bong, a native of Poplar, Wisconsin, was credited with shooting down 40 Japanese aircraft during the war, earning him the title 'ace of aces.' The wingtip's recovery involved collaboration between the Bong Center, the Wisconsin National Guard, and the historical preservation group Pacific Wrecks.
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Menasha School District Ensures On-Time Start Despite Tornado Damage

Menasha School District Ensures On-Time Start Despite Tornado Damage

In Menasha, Wisconsin, the local school district is preparing to start the school year on time despite significant damage from a recent tornado. Superintendent Dan Slowey announced that all students will begin classes on August 31, ensuring that every student will have a safe classroom. The tornado, which struck on July 27, caused extensive damage to Gegan Elementary School and the high school football stadium. While most district buildings have reopened, Gegan Elementary remains closed with no set timeline for reopening. The district is exploring temporary spaces for Gegan students and has three other elementary schools available. Meanwhile, the varsity football team has relocated its practice sessions to Maplewood Middle School due to damage at Nathan Calder Stadium.
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Wisconsin to Issue New Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Licenses

Wisconsin to Issue New Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Licenses

Wisconsin is set to issue its first Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licenses in September, following the signing of the 2025 Wisconsin Act 17 by Governor Tony Evers. The new licenses will replace the current Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber (APNP) credentials and will include recognized roles such as Nurse Practitioner, Certified Nurse Midwife, Clinical Nurse Specialist, and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist. The Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) is finalizing the necessary rules and processes to facilitate this transition, aiming to modernize nursing laws and expand healthcare access across the state.