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Lake Geneva Middle School honors students during ceremony

Lake Geneva Middle School honors students during ceremony

    Officials from the Lake Geneva Middle School’s Counseling Department honored several students on May 14 during their Above & Beyond Ceremony. The award is to recognize students who perform “above and beyond” at the middle school.

    Wisconsin 31st District candidates discuss issues during forum

    Wisconsin 31st District candidates discuss issues during forum

    • Dennis Hines

    Local candidates Tyler August and John Perryman debated key issues for Wisconsin’s 31st Assembly District at a forum including budget, housing, immigration, and social media regulations ahead of the Nov. 3 general election.

    Photos: Cole Caufield's career with the Wisconsin Badgers

    Photos: Cole Caufield's career with the Wisconsin Badgers

      A collection of photos from Cole Caufield's two-year career with the Wisconsin Badgers men's hockey team. 

      Fontana Garden Club awards scholarships

      Fontana Garden Club awards scholarships

      • Dennis Hines

      The Fontana Garden Club awarded scholarships to two students during its May 11 meeting at St. Benedict’s Catholic Church, 137 Dewey Ave. Elkhorn Area High School student Genevieve White and Big Foot High School student Rebecca Konkel each received a $3,000 scholarship. Big Foot High School s…

      Lake Geneva school district issues statement regarding meeting

      Lake Geneva school district issues statement regarding meeting

        The Lake Geneva Joint No. 1 School District addressed recent teacher resignations at Central-Denison Elementary, citing lack of support from district staff as the reason. The district emphasized valuing educators and prioritizing student and staff well-being while reviewing concerns through …

        Lake Geneva considers accessibility options for beach

        Lake Geneva considers accessibility options for beach

        • Dennis Hines

        Lake Geneva officials are considering purchasing items to help make Riviera Beach more accessible for residents with disabilities. Members of the City Council’s Piers, Harbors and Lakefront Committee unanimously approved on May 12 for Harbormaster Luke Riesterer and Parks Director David Wing…

        Phil Hands: Check out recent Mendota Marsh comic strips

        Phil Hands: Check out recent Mendota Marsh comic strips

          Check out this collection that includes all of the Mendota Marsh comic strips from the last year, by State Journal cartoonist Phil Hands.  

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          Bond set for father charged in connection to a fire that claimed lives of his 3 children

          Bond set for father charged in connection to a fire that claimed lives of his 3 children

          The 40-year-old faces three counts of neglecting a child where the consequence is death. 

          Read the Wisconsin State Journal's special section on the nation's bicentennial in 1976

          Read the Wisconsin State Journal's special section on the nation's bicentennial in 1976

          On June 26, 1976 the Wisconsin State Journal published a four-part special section in honor of the country's 200th birthday. As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, we wanted to take another look at the work done by the State Journal's team of writers and photographers back then.

          WisEye Morning Minute: Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer on Surplus Deal

          WisEye Morning Minute: Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer on Surplus Deal

          WisPolitics-State Affairs hosted a luncheon at The Madison Club for a discussion with Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer on the two-year legislative session and the 2026 elections. Rep. Neubauer also spoke about the failed surplus deal.

          Pritzker Military Museum and Library to host Memorial Day ceremony, activities

          Pritzker Military Museum and Library to host Memorial Day ceremony, activities

          KENOSHA -- The Pritzker Military Museum and Library will host a Memorial Day program Saturday honoring the bravery and sacrifice of America’s fallen service members.

          Cabins could be coming to Cliffside Park campground

          Cabins could be coming to Cliffside Park campground

          The Racine County-run facility currently has 92 camp sites for tents and RVs.

          City announces Kenosha 24th Street section closed for emergency repairs

          City announces Kenosha 24th Street section closed for emergency repairs

          The City of Kenosha has announced the emergency closure of 24th Street between 14th Avenue and Sheridan Road due to emergency infrastructure repairs.

          Wisconsin Originals: Grammy award winning Al Jarreau has Milwaukee roots

          Wisconsin Originals: Grammy award winning Al Jarreau has Milwaukee roots

          As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're recognizing Wisconsinites who have made unique contributions to the nation.

          E-commerce company moving into former Kroger fulfillment center in Pleasant Prairie

          E-commerce company moving into former Kroger fulfillment center in Pleasant Prairie

          International logistics company Flexport says it will move into the former Kroger fulfillment center in Pleasant Prairie, Wis., in August. It’s set to staff 300 full-time employes and will operate 24/7.

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          Explore local history with our digital newspaper archives!

          Explore local history with our digital newspaper archives!

          Visit our online archives for thousands of historical articles, obituaries and announcements.

          View all of our stories about America's 250th anniversary

          View all of our stories about America's 250th anniversary

          America commemorates its 250th anniversary in 2026. Here's how our community is marking this historic milestone.

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          WisEye Morning Minute: Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer on Surplus Deal

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          Cuba: US offers 'new path' and aid, Raul Castro indicted

          Former Massachusetts lawmaker Barney Frank dies at 86

          Former Massachusetts lawmaker Barney Frank dies at 86

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          Former Packers QB Rodgers says he will retire after 2026 season: 'This is it'

          Former Packers QB Rodgers says he will retire after 2026 season: 'This is it'

          Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who spent 18 seasons with the Green Bay Packers, said he will retire from the NFL after the 2026 campaign. 

          Why personal life changes don't alter Steve Stricker's goals at AmFam Championship

          Why personal life changes don't alter Steve Stricker's goals at AmFam Championship

          A year of change so far for PGA Tour Champions pro Steve Stricker could get some normalcy at the American Family Insurance Championship on June 5-7. 

          Jacob Misiorowski, Brewers shut down Cubs to continue series winning streak

          Jacob Misiorowski, Brewers shut down Cubs to continue series winning streak

          The Milwaukee Brewers took over as the leaders of the NL Central with a half-game lead.

          Polzin: Inside Wisconsin men's basketball coach Greg Gard's push for a 40-game regular season

          Polzin: Inside Wisconsin men's basketball coach Greg Gard's push for a 40-game regular season

          The Wisconsin men's basketball coach backed the recent move to expand the NCAA Tournament by eight teams. But he believes there are other opportunities to add "inventory."

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          City of Kenosha announces community workshops for 2050 comprehensive plan
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          City of Kenosha announces community workshops for 2050 comprehensive plan

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          Kenosha invites community members to public workshops to shape the 2050 Comprehensive Plan, guiding growth, investment and policy decisions over the next 25 years.

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          Mayor’s Youth Commission honors Kenosha students
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          Mayor’s Youth Commission honors Kenosha students

          • City of Kenosha

          The Mayor’s Youth Commission honored 17 Kenosha students for academic achievement, leadership, athletics and community service during a Common Council meeting.

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          Officials announce launch of Keys to Kenosha architectural tour
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          Officials announce launch of Keys to Kenosha architectural tour

          • City of Kenosha

          Officials launch Keys to Kenosha, a free self-guided architectural tour of more than 50 historic and cultural sites open to the public on Saturday, Nov. 7.

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          Nordigian sets Kenosha County Board committee lineup for 2026-28
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          Nordigian sets Kenosha County Board committee lineup for 2026-28

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          Kenosha County Board Chairman Mark Nordigian names committee leaders and members for the 2026-28 term and adjusts standing committee sizes to five members.

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          Former Packers QB Rodgers says he will retire after 2026 season: 'This is it'

          Former Packers QB Rodgers says he will retire after 2026 season: 'This is it'

          Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who spent 18 seasons with the Green Bay Packers, said he will retire from the NFL after the 2026 campaign. 

          Why personal life changes don't alter Steve Stricker's goals at AmFam Championship

          Why personal life changes don't alter Steve Stricker's goals at AmFam Championship

          A year of change so far for PGA Tour Champions pro Steve Stricker could get some normalcy at the American Family Insurance Championship on June 5-7. 

          Jacob Misiorowski, Brewers shut down Cubs to continue series winning streak

          Jacob Misiorowski, Brewers shut down Cubs to continue series winning streak

          The Milwaukee Brewers took over as the leaders of the NL Central with a half-game lead.

          Polzin: Inside Wisconsin men's basketball coach Greg Gard's push for a 40-game regular season

          Polzin: Inside Wisconsin men's basketball coach Greg Gard's push for a 40-game regular season

          The Wisconsin men's basketball coach backed the recent move to expand the NCAA Tournament by eight teams. But he believes there are other opportunities to add "inventory."

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          🎧 Classrooms feel calmer without devices, yet research shows little academic gain. This conversation explores attention, belonging and why deeper cultural shifts matter more.

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          🎧 The hosts examine hiring struggles, economic forces and how changing expectations around pay, flexibility and purpose are reshaping participation in the labor force.

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          John Krasinksi brings his Jack Ryan to theaters | Streamed & Screened podcast

          John Krasinksi brings his Jack Ryan to theaters | Streamed & Screened podcast

          In this episode, co-host Bruce Miller speaks with director Andrew Bernstein, co-star Michael Kelly, star, writer and producer Krasinski, and co-star Sienna Miller.

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