Paul Menard set for Daytona 500
Published Feb. 22, 2013
The 2013 NASCAR sprint for the Cup begins this weekend at the Daytona 500 and Wisconsin's Paul Menard is ready to challenge for one of racing's most prestigious championships.
Published Feb. 22, 2013
The 2013 NASCAR sprint for the Cup begins this weekend at the Daytona 500 and Wisconsin's Paul Menard is ready to challenge for one of racing's most prestigious championships.
Published Oct. 25, 2010
With all eyes on Eau Claire thanks to Justin Vernon / Bon Iver, the now-Minneapolis-based Peter Wolf Crier and Laarks, it seemed inevitable that the world would discover Meridene. The band -- whose second full-length disc, "Something Like Blood," is out now on Eau Claire's Amble Down label -- comes back to Milwaukee Sunday, Oct. 31 for an 8 p.m. gig at Linneman's. Cover is $5.
Published Nov. 25, 2009
Businessweek.com named its "Best Places to Raise Your Kids" in Wisconsin (and the other 49 states) today. See which three Wisconsin communities are on the list.
Published May 10, 2008
With the price of gas going through the roof, your economic stimulus check might not be enough to convince you to vacation outside the Badger State this summer. However, in addition to its many natural charms, Wisconsin also offers some fun family destinations that are also educational.
Published Nov. 7, 2006
UW-Whitewater is the preseason favorite to win the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference championship, but Oshkosh, Stevens Point and Stout could give the Warhawks a battle.
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