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Marianne from Lamers Tour & Travel Talks about the Key West of the North!
Put-in-Bay America's North Coast -- located on the shores of Lake Erie -- is a summer destination paradise!
21h ago
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Crystal Grand Music Theatre in Wisconsin Dells is Offering Free Tickets to All Health Care Professionals to See Yakov Smirnoff this Friday!
Apr 29, 2024
The Portage County Humane Society Pet of the Week is Admiral Halsey
ADMIRAL HALSEY 5 year Old Male Domestic Short Hair Admiral Halsey is a still a young guy as 5 years old. He is the type of cat that will enjoy being around you, but will still do his own thing. Admiral Halsey would be th perfect companion for someone who enjoys being in a calm and quiet environment. Not only is he a ha...
Apr 26, 2024
Lamers; Spanish Moss & Antebellum Homes
Spanish Moss & Antebellum Homes Experience the Southern hospitality and extraordinary architecture of Savannah & Charleston. Both Savannah and Charleston are two charming Southern destinations where art, period architecture, trendy boutiques and haunted stories are all set under a veil of mysterious Spanish mos...
Apr 23, 2024
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Happy and Grumpy: The B1049/HSPC Pet's of the Week!
Happy & Grumpy - 1 year old domestic cats! Dolores from the Humane Society of Portage County gives us the low down on Happy and Grumpy...
Apr 19, 2024
Midwest Farm Report
What To Do If You Find A Fawn
Spring is baby animal season, and the Wisconsin DNR reminds you to leave fawns alone. If you encounter a fawn while outdoors, the DNR urges you not to touch it or intervene in any way. It’s probably right where it needs to be, and it’s mother likely isn’t far away. Continue reading What To Do If You F...
16h ago
Horses & Chickens — A Perfect Pair
Horses and chickens – it turns out that they complement each other well, according to Twain Lockhart, a poultry specialist with Nutrena. His industry experience has earned him the nickname “Mr. Cluck.” He speaks at animal agriculture events about how chickens coexist with other livestock. He says chic...
18h ago
Jerome Family Honored Again
Lawrence F. Jerome has been posthumously named the 2024 Wisconsin Distinguished Agriculturalist by the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences (CAFES) at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. Jerome was the owner of Jerland Farms until his passing earlier this year. The award was presented to Jerome&...
19h ago
More Names On Dairy Farmer Ballot
The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has certified 13 nominees that are eligible for election to the Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin (DFW) Board of Directors. Eight districts are up for election beginning May 1, 2024. The following candidates, listed by district, have been certified...
20h ago
When It's Dry - We Plant
Windows of opportunity. That’s what a few dry days of weather have turned into for Wisconsin farmers, and they’ve taken advantage of each. According to the Wisconsin Ag Statistical Service, about 10 percent of our corn crop is already in the ground and 11% of the soybeans have been planted. Continue reading...
Apr 30, 2024