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The University of Wisconsin–Madison is welcoming new faculty members as the academic year begins.

Sun Prairie school board provides update on employment probe and student support measures

The Sun Prairie Area School District Board of Education has provided an update on its ongoing employment investigation and outlined new measures aimed at supporting high school students as the academic year begins.

Department of Kinesiology faculty member named interim vice provost for teaching and learning

On August 28, 2025, the University of Wisconsin–Madison announced that a faculty member from the Department of Kinesiology has been appointed as interim vice provost for teaching and learning.

UW–Madison projects highlight statewide impact through research and education

The University of Wisconsin–Madison is emphasizing its contributions to the state through several recent initiatives and achievements.

Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce welcomes new worker’s compensation fee schedule

Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) has released a video explaining the recent inclusion of a Worker’s Compensation Fee Schedule for hospital charges in the Wisconsin State Budget.

How many students were enrolled in Waunakee Community School District in 2024-25 school year?

By B. S. Culp | Aug 28, 2025

For the 2024-25 school year, Waunakee Community School District reported an increase in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with five more students being enrolled.

38 gas stations in cities throughout Dane County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Aug. 23

By A. M. Evans | Aug 27, 2025

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at 38 gas stations in the week ending Aug. 23, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

2 gas stations in cities throughout Dane County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Aug. 23

By A. M. Evans | Aug 27, 2025

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 23, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Wisconsin DNR seeks comment on plant impact from freeway and trail upgrades

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced its intent to authorize the incidental taking of seaside crowfoot, a state-threatened plant species, in connection with several major infrastructure projects planned for Milwaukee...

How many students were enrolled in Verona Area School District in 2024-25 school year?

By B. S. Culp | Aug 27, 2025

There were 5,796 students enrolled in Verona Area School District in the 2024-25 school year, according to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

Big Ten launches ad campaign emphasizing national presence and local impact

The Big Ten universities have launched a new advertising campaign to highlight their national presence and impact.

UW–Madison initiatives support statewide health care, education, and community development

A recent report from the Wisconsin Idea Database indicates that the University of Wisconsin–Madison continues to play a substantial role in supporting communities, education, health care, and workforce development across all 72 counties in the state.

UW–Madison initiatives show statewide impact through research, healthcare programs

A clinical trial at the University of Wisconsin–Madison is allowing kidney transplant patients to live without daily anti-rejection medication.

Sun Prairie school board seeks applicants after resignation

Katey Kamoku, who has served on the Sun Prairie Area School District Board of Education since April 2023, has announced her resignation.

Sun Prairie Area School District Education: 8,596 students were enrolled in schools in 2024-25 school year

By B. S. Culp | Aug 26, 2025

For the 2024-25 school year, Sun Prairie Area School District reported an increase in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 185 more students being enrolled.

University of Wisconsin–Madison develops cheaper way to recycle lithium from EV batteries

Recycling lithium from used electric vehicle batteries may become more affordable due to a new electrochemical process developed by researchers.

Middleton High School unveils renovated aquatic center after donor-supported upgrades

Middleton High School has completed renovations to the Bob Joers Aquatic Center, providing updated facilities for its Boys and Girls Swim and Dive teams.

Wisconsin DNR seeks input on permit for rare snake impact in Door County

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced its intention to issue a permit allowing for the incidental take of the eastern ribbonsnake, a species listed as endangered in the state.

Wisconsin DNR urges hunters not to use ash trees for deer stands amid pest threat

Hunters in Wisconsin are being urged by the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to avoid placing deer stands in or near ash trees as they prepare for the upcoming deer hunting season.

Madison Public Library announces winners of 2025 WE READ Youth Voices Writing Contest