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Dairy Workers on Wisconsin’s Small Farms Are Dying. Many of Those Deaths Are Never Investigated. |
This story was originally published by ProPublica. Co-published with USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin by Maryam Jameel and Melissa Sanchez ProPublica is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom. Sign up for The Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox. |
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One by one they fall |
Guy is a cartoonist, designer and illustrator. He has won a bunch of awards for illustration. His work has appeared in Sports Illustrated, the Globe and Mail and the Calgary Herald. |
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Trump’s Court Whisperer Had a State Judicial Strategy. Its Full Extent Only Became Clear Years Later |
This story was originally published by ProPublica. by Andrea Bernstein and Andy Kroll ProPublica is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom. Sign up for The Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox. |
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HWY 94 closed - traffic being re-routed |
Update - According to the State Patrol the interstate is now open in all lanes and the Highway 128 overpass remains closed until it can be inspected for structural integrity. There were two fatalities in the accident, one being the driver of the semi that did not slow down and hit a pickup truck on the highway, as well as the driver of the pickup. Several others were taken to the hospital but are expected to live. The persons killed have not been identified at this time. We are receiving reports of a 5-vehicle accident on the interstate going westbound at exit 28 (Spring Valley/Glenwood City). There is a tanker on fire under the overpass at exit 28. Traffic is being re-routed off of 94. Expect delays. This is all we know at the moment. |
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Menomonie School Board Special Meeting for 10/23/2023 |
SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE MENOMONIE AREA AGENDA I. OPENING ITEMS A. Call to Order B. Roll Call and Quorum C. Pledge of Allegiance and Reading of Mission Statement D. Agenda Order and Approval/Revision E. Recommendations & Commendations F. Community Communications II. PERSONNEL CONSENT AGENDA |
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Governor Evers announces $402 million to improve drinking water |
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), today announced more than $402 million has been allocated for financial assistance through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to 106 municipalities to improve drinking water quality for Wisconsinites. The funding will help municipalities across the state construct needed water infrastructure projects, including replacing lead service lines and addressing emerging contaminants such as per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), with a special focus on small and disadvantaged communities. |
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A gagged Trump doesn't mean a silent Trump |
The judge in Donald Trump’s most important criminal trial has put a muzzle on the mad dog. It’s about time. Granted, free speech is a sacred right in this country, guaranteed by the First Amendment. But the right to publicly say whatever we want – to even lie with impunity – is not deemed cool by the courts in all circumstances. |
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Innocent Victims |
After 31 years as the cartoonist for Nebraska's largest newspaper, Jeff suddenly found himself laid off. So he greatly appreciates the support of fans to keep drawing. Jeff's brilliant and moderate editorial cartoons are syndicated around the world and his original drawings have also flown aboard space shuttle Discovery. He's given Ted talks and is the lead singer, guitarist, and songwriter for the Prairie Cats, a swing and jump-blues band that has performed around the U.S. including the South by Southwest Music Festival. And he may be the most popular cartoonist with editors on all of Cagle.com. |
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News Quiz for 10/20/2023 | Fritz Holznagel, The Conversation | |
Jeff Smith - Listening with an Open Heart |
Fall is here – one of the most beautiful times of year in Wisconsin. If you choose the right day and take a drive through western Wisconsin, the colors are spectacular. Beautiful as they are, they don’t last long while days grow shorter and the temperature gets colder.
Sadly for me, fall is also a sign that my “Stop and Talk” season is coming to a close. My “Stop and Talks,” or my mobile office hours, is the time when I park my old red truck near busy roads so people can stop by and share their thoughts quickly while they are on the go.
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Sen. Agard on legislative firing of appointees |
MADISON – Today, the State Senate took action on a number of executive appointments, rejecting many well-qualified individuals from serving the State of Wisconsin. Senate Democratic Leader Melissa Agard (D-Madison) released the following statement: “I am incredibly disappointed by my Republican colleagues who chose to prioritize politics over confirming well-qualified professionals today. Sharon Adams, Dylan Jennings, Jim VandenBrook, and Sandra Dee Naas have extensive expertise in and long-standing appreciation for Wisconsin’s natural resources. |
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Weekly news quiz | Barry Markovsky, University of South Carolina and Fritz Holznagel, The Conversation | |
We've come so far |
Dave Whamond's work has appeared in magazines and newspapers including Wall Street Journal, Sports Illustrated, Readers Digest and many more. He has won 7 Silver Reubens from the National Cartoonists Society and several book awards. Dave has written and/or illustrated over 50 books and his syndicated comic, "Reality Check", has appeared in newspapers since 1995. |
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Advocates from PFAS-affected communities say GOP bill gives polluters a pass |
by Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner Clean water advocates in some of Wisconsin’s communities hit hardest by PFAS contamination say Republican-authored legislation to aid in the cleanup of the harmful “forever chemicals” contains too many poison pills to support. |
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Menomonie City Council meeting for 10/16/2023 |
Video and audio of the meeting will be posted shortly. COUNCIL MEETING AMENDED AGENDA Pledge of Allegiance 1. Roll Call & Special Recognitions 2. Approval of Minutes 3. Public Hearings 4. Public Comments 5. Unfinished Business a. Amending Title 14, Chapter 4 to adjust minimum lot sizes for unsewered lots created on or after January 1, 2024 to one (1) acre – discussion and possible ordinance adoption. |
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Our Own War |
After 31 years as the cartoonist for Nebraska's largest newspaper, Jeff suddenly found himself laid off. So he greatly appreciates the support of fans to keep drawing. Jeff's brilliant and moderate editorial cartoons are syndicated around the world and his original drawings have also flown aboard space shuttle Discovery. He's given Ted talks and is the lead singer, guitarist, and songwriter for the Prairie Cats, a swing and jump-blues band that has performed around the U.S. including the South by Southwest Music Festival. And he may be the most popular cartoonist with editors on all of Cagle.com. |
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Menomonie School Board approves yearly budget |
The School District of the Menomonie Area board meeting on Monday, Oct. 9 considered their budget. The most recent communication from Joe Zydowsky, school district superintendent, is an explanation of what is at stake in the budget and future possible referenda
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Senator Jeff Smith - Your Vote, Your Voice |
Over the past several weeks, I joined several colleagues in the State Senate and State Assembly in introducing legislation to remove barriers to voting. From encouraging young voters’ participation to allowing voters the chance to override unpopular policies, we believe that the People’s ability to be heard should not be restricted by politicians who choose to ignore the People’s will.
Let’s start with a longtime favorite of mine, automatic voter registration. While the process of registering to vote is relatively easy, some people have a misconception that it is a complex process and decide not to even try.
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New Speaker |
Dave Whamond's work has appeared in magazines and newspapers including Wall Street Journal, Sports Illustrated, Readers Digest and many more. He has won 7 Silver Reubens from the National Cartoonists Society and several book awards. Dave has written and/or illustrated over 50 books and his syndicated comic, "Reality Check", has appeared in newspapers since 1995. |
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Temporary railroad crossing closures Oct. 10 and 11 |
The City of Menomonie was informed that Union Pacific will temporarily close three railroad crossings on October 10 and 11, 2023. The railroad crossings at Wagner Street and Stokke Parkway will be closed on Tuesday October 10. The railroad crossing at Cedar Falls Road will be closed on Wednesday October 11. All three roadways will be reopened as quickly as possible after the repairs are complete. Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Dunn County Highway Department and the City of Menomonie have been working with Union Pacific Railroad for several weeks in order to correct issues with recently completed work at several railroad crossings in Dunn County including these three crossings. |