Skip to main contentSkip to main content
Wisconsin State Journal
65°
  • Log In
  • Subscribe
  • user icon Guest
  • Logout
Read Today's E-edition
  • News
    • Local
    • Crime
    • Politics
    • Podcasts
    • Education
    • State & Regional
    • Nation & World
    • Markets & Stocks
    • News Tip
  • Obituaries
    • Share a story
    • Recent Obituaries
    • Find an Obituary
    • Archives
  • Opinion
    • Letters
    • Editorial
    • Columnist
    • Cartoon
  • Sports
    • High School
    • Badgers
    • Brewers
    • Bucks
    • Packers
    • Professional
  • BadgerExtra
    • Football
    • Men’s basketball
    • Women’s basketball
    • Men’s hockey
    • Women’s hockey
    • Volleyball
    • Recruiting
    • History
  • Lifestyles
    • Arts & Theater
    • Events Calendar
    • Food & Dining
    • Music
    • Movies & TV
    • Comics
    • Puzzmo
    • Puzzles
    • Food & Cooking
    • Home & Garden
    • Health
    • Parenting
    • Fashion
    • Pets
    • Faith
    • Contests
    • Play
  • Business
    • Economy
    • Employment
    • Health Care
    • Personal Finance
  • Join the community
    • News tip
    • Share video
    • Send a story
    • Share a photo
  • Brand Ave. Studios
  • Podcasts
  • Print Edition
    • Cap Times E-edition
    • Wisconsin State Journal E-edition
    • E-edition Archives
    • Display Ads
    • Circulars
  • Buy & Sell
    • Place an Ad
    • Jobs
    • Deals
    • Shop Local
    • Promotions
    • Public Notices
    • Marketplace
    • Display Ads
    • Wisconsin Public Notices
  • Shopping
  • Customer Service
    • Manage Subscription
    • Activate Digital Subscription
    • Newsletter sign-up
    • Subscribe
    • Contact Us
    • Activate Full Access
    • Help Center
  • Gift Subscriptions
  • Mobile Apps
  • Weather: Live Radar
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Bluesky
  • YouTube
  • Pinterest
  • Instagram
© 2026 Lee Enterprises
Terms of Service | Privacy Policy
Wisconsin State Journal
News+
Where your story lives
Subscribe
Read Today's E-edition
Wisconsin State Journal
News+
Where your story lives
Subscribe
  • Log In
  • user icon
    Welcome, Guest
    • My Subscription
      Help Center
    • My Account
    • Dashboard
    • Profile
    • Saved items
    • Logout
  • E-edition
  • News
  • Obituaries
  • Opinion
  • Sports
  • Puzzmo
  • Puzzles
  • Podcasts
  • Dining
  • Public Notices
  • Cap Times
  • WiscNews
  • Jobs
  • 65° Fair

Community

This section includes stories from community providers that we’re proud to provide for free without a subscription.

Provided
National Register of Historic Places in Monona

National Register of Historic Places in Monona

  • City of Monona

Overview of the National Register of Historic Places and Monona sites, including distinctions from local landmarks, tax credits and listed properties.

Provided
Amplifying community impact through Partners in Giving

Amplifying community impact through Partners in Giving

  • United Way of Dane County

Since 1973, Partners in Giving has raised $91 million for charities, including more than $2 million in 2025 from over 3,700 Wisconsin public-sector employees.

Provided
Celebrating the most successful Women United Brunch yet

Celebrating the most successful Women United Brunch yet

  • United Way of Dane County

United Way of Dane County’s 14th annual Women United Brunch drew about 500 attendees and raised more than $130,000 to support financial security programs.

Provided
Helping neighbors build new chapters through re-entry

Helping neighbors build new chapters through re-entry

  • United Way of Dane County

United Way of Dane County supports people returning from incarceration with housing, employment and re-entry programs, helping families build stable futures.

Provided
United in service: Day of action in Dane County

United in service: Day of action in Dane County

  • United Way of Dane County

United Way of Dane County invites residents to a June 21 Day of Action, encouraging community service to build a more caring, connected and thriving community.

Provided
All eight WIAC institutions place in top 101 of Directors’ Cup

All eight WIAC institutions place in top 101 of Directors’ Cup

  • WIAC

All eight WIAC schools placed in the top 101 of the 2025-26 Learfield Directors’ Cup, led by eighth-place UW-La Crosse, with six NCAA Division III titles secured.

Provided
Ear wax removal clinic at Monona Senior Center

Ear wax removal clinic at Monona Senior Center

  • City of Monona

Certified Medical Assistant Amy Williamson offers professional ear wax removal and ear hair trimming at Monona Senior Center by appointment for $40.

Community News

Provided
National Register of Historic Places in Monona

National Register of Historic Places in Monona

    Overview of the National Register of Historic Places and Monona sites, including distinctions from local landmarks, tax credits and listed properties.

    Warming and cooling centers in Verona

    • Provided

    The City of Verona offers public warming and cooling centers at community facilities during extreme temperature events, with hours generally following regular schedules.

    Provided
    Amplifying community impact through Partners in Giving

    Amplifying community impact through Partners in Giving

      Since 1973, Partners in Giving has raised $91 million for charities, including more than $2 million in 2025 from over 3,700 Wisconsin public-sector employees.

      Provided
      Celebrating the most successful Women United Brunch yet

      Celebrating the most successful Women United Brunch yet

        United Way of Dane County’s 14th annual Women United Brunch drew about 500 attendees and raised more than $130,000 to support financial security programs.

        Provided
        Helping neighbors build new chapters through re-entry

        Helping neighbors build new chapters through re-entry

          United Way of Dane County supports people returning from incarceration with housing, employment and re-entry programs, helping families build stable futures.

          Provided
          United in service: Day of action in Dane County

          United in service: Day of action in Dane County

            United Way of Dane County invites residents to a June 21 Day of Action, encouraging community service to build a more caring, connected and thriving community.

            Provided
            Ear wax removal clinic at Monona Senior Center

            Ear wax removal clinic at Monona Senior Center

              Certified Medical Assistant Amy Williamson offers professional ear wax removal and ear hair trimming at Monona Senior Center by appointment for $40.

              Provided
              Inside MMSD's educator mentoring program

              Inside MMSD's educator mentoring program

                MMSD’s mentoring program pairs new educators with experienced mentors for coaching, community and support, helping them grow confidence and stay in the district.

                Community Sports

                Provided
                All eight WIAC institutions place in top 101 of Directors’ Cup

                All eight WIAC institutions place in top 101 of Directors’ Cup

                  All eight WIAC schools placed in the top 101 of the 2025-26 Learfield Directors’ Cup, led by eighth-place UW-La Crosse, with six NCAA Division III titles secured.

                  Provided
                  Clarke and Crane win 2026 AmFam Championship title

                  Clarke and Crane win 2026 AmFam Championship title

                    Darren Clarke and Ben Crane shot a final-round 67 at TPC Wisconsin to win the 2026 American Family Insurance Championship by one stroke at 30 under par.

                    Provided
                    Brad Fischer leaving UW-Oshkosh women’s basketball

                    Brad Fischer leaving UW-Oshkosh women’s basketball

                      Brad Fischer is stepping down after 14 seasons leading UW-Oshkosh women’s basketball, leaving with a 315-80 record and multiple WIAC titles and NCAA runs.

                      Provided
                      UW-Whitewater’s Billson earns academic All-America men’s tennis honor

                      UW-Whitewater’s Billson earns academic All-America men’s tennis honor

                        UW-Whitewater’s Theo Billson was named to the 2025-26 NCAA Division III Academic All-America men’s tennis third team, earning the honor for the second straight year.

                        Provided
                        UW-Stevens Point athletics announces 2026 hall of fame class

                        UW-Stevens Point athletics announces 2026 hall of fame class

                          UW-Stevens Point announces its 2026 Athletics Hall of Fame class and details the achievements of nine standout alumni across softball, soccer, volleyball and more.

                          Provided
                          WIAC places 26 on CSC Academic All-District baseball team

                          WIAC places 26 on CSC Academic All-District baseball team

                            Twenty-six WIAC student-athletes were named to the 2026 NCAA Division III CSC Academic All-District Baseball Team, honoring high academic and athletic achievement.

                            Provided
                            Your guide to Madison Night Mares gameday

                            Your guide to Madison Night Mares gameday

                              Plan a Madison Night Mares softball gameday at Warner Park with details on parking, tickets, family activities, food, seating, postgame fun and nearby dining.

                              Provided
                              UW-Platteville’s Massa, UW-Whitewater’s Taschner earn All-America honors

                              UW-Platteville’s Massa, UW-Whitewater’s Taschner earn All-America honors

                                UW-Platteville’s Anthony Massa and UW-Whitewater’s Gradin Taschner earned 2026 All-America baseball honors after record-setting seasons in WIAC and national play.

                                Community Entertainment

                                Provided
                                Newly Listed Homes in Verona, WI — Updated Jun. 10, 2026

                                Newly Listed Homes in Verona, WI — Updated Jun. 10, 2026

                                  A look at the newest homes for sale in Verona, WI. Browse the newest listings, with photos and prices, and see what's new on the market this week.

                                  Provided
                                  Homes with acreage in the Southern Wisconsin area, June 9

                                  Homes with acreage in the Southern Wisconsin area, June 9

                                    Browse through homes with acreage in the Southern Wisconsin real estate market and find your next home!

                                    Provided
                                    Largest homes for sale in the Southern Wisconsin area, June 8

                                    Largest homes for sale in the Southern Wisconsin area, June 8

                                      Browse through the largest homes in the Southern Wisconsin real estate market and find your next home!

                                      Provided
                                      Luxury homes for sale in the Southern Wisconsin area, June 6

                                      Luxury homes for sale in the Southern Wisconsin area, June 6

                                        Browse through luxury homes in the Southern Wisconsin real estate market and find your next home!

                                        Provided
                                        Where to find outdoor music and performances in Madison

                                        Where to find outdoor music and performances in Madison

                                          Explore outdoor theaters, patios, biergartens and public art across Madison, Wis., with lakeside concerts, rooftop events and live music in nearby communities.

                                          Provided
                                          Cheese curd crawl: 7 spots to get your fried fix

                                          Cheese curd crawl: 7 spots to get your fried fix

                                            Follow a cheese curd crawl through Madison, exploring seven spots for fried curds, beer pairings and artisan cheeses using the Madison On Tap craft beverage trail.

                                            Provided
                                            Why every summer should start with Verona vibes

                                            Why every summer should start with Verona vibes

                                              Discover Verona, Wisconsin’s summer vibe with community gathering spots, trails, patios and natural areas ideal for outdoor dining, biking and family fun.

                                              Provided
                                              Creating a safe environment for children during cancer

                                              Creating a safe environment for children during cancer

                                                Experts explain how honest, age-appropriate conversations and support resources help children cope when cancer affects a parent, sibling or the child themselves.

                                                State News

                                                This section features stories sourced from the community and made available to read for free. No subscription is required to access this content.

                                                Provided

                                                Apply for the student alcohol and other drug abuse mini-grant

                                                • Provided
                                                • Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
                                                • 0

                                                Wisconsin DPI invites K-12 public school student groups to apply for 2026-27 AODA mini-grants of up to $1,000 for youth-led prevention and intervention projects.

                                                Provided
                                                Evers marks Earth Week, highlights Wisconsin climate and conservation work
                                                Provided

                                                Evers marks Earth Week, highlights Wisconsin climate and conservation work

                                                • Governor of Wisconsin
                                                • 0

                                                Gov. Tony Evers marked Earth Week with a statewide tour, touting Wisconsin’s Trillion Trees Pledge progress and visits highlighting conservation and clean energy.

                                                Provided

                                                Governor Evers approves WIS 35 Siren improvement project

                                                • Provided
                                                • Wisconsin Department of Transportation
                                                • 0

                                                Gov. Tony Evers approved an $8.55 million project to reconstruct and resurface WIS 35 in Siren, with traffic detours and completion expected in mid-October.

                                                Provided

                                                Repairs to cause lane closures on US 8 bridge in Polk County

                                                • Provided
                                                • Wisconsin Department of Transportation
                                                • 0

                                                US 8 bridge traffic in St. Croix Falls will be reduced to one lane each way from April 27 to May 4 for three-stage deck repairs, with schedules weather dependent.

                                                Provided

                                                Eastbound I-94 closure planned in St. Croix County

                                                • Provided
                                                • Wisconsin Department of Transportation
                                                • 0

                                                Eastbound I-94 will fully close overnight April 30–May 1 near Kinney Road in St. Croix County for bridge girder placement, with traffic detoured via WIS 35 and WIS 65.

                                                Provided

                                                Wisdot northwest region road construction update

                                                • Provided
                                                • Wisconsin Department of Transportation
                                                • 0

                                                WisDOT details 2025-26 road and bridge projects, detours and lane closures across northwest Wisconsin counties, including US 53, I-94, WIS 29 and local roads.

                                                Provided
                                                Gov. Evers marks Earth Week, highlights climate action
                                                Provided

                                                Gov. Evers marks Earth Week, highlights climate action

                                                • Governor of Wisconsin
                                                • 0

                                                Gov. Tony Evers celebrates Earth Week, urging Wisconsinites to reduce waste, conserve resources, and support statewide climate and clean energy efforts.

                                                Wisconsin State Journal
                                                • Facebook
                                                • Twitter
                                                • Bluesky
                                                • YouTube
                                                • Pinterest
                                                • Instagram
                                                • Calendar
                                                • Comics
                                                • Obituaries
                                                • Search
                                                • Subscribe now
                                                Prefer us on Google

                                                Sites & Partners

                                                • Wisconsin State Journal
                                                • Cap Times
                                                • WiscNews
                                                • Madison Media Partners
                                                • AmplifiedWisconsin
                                                • ApplyMadison
                                                • Wingra Printing Group
                                                • Online Features
                                                • Madison Homes

                                                Services

                                                • Customer service: 800-362-8333
                                                • Manage your subscription
                                                • Place a classified ad
                                                • Submit a Celebration
                                                • Contact Us
                                                • Email Newsletters
                                                • Work here
                                                • Buy and Sell
                                                • Jobs
                                                • Homes
                                                • Apartments
                                                • Licensing
                                                • Dealer Returns
                                                • Shopping
                                                © Copyright 2026 Wisconsin State Journal, 1901 Fish Hatchery Rd Madison, WI 53713
                                                Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Advertising Terms of Use | Do Not Sell My Info | Cookie Preferences
                                                Powered by BLOX Content Management System from bloxdigital.com.
                                                • Notifications
                                                • Settings
                                                You don't have any notifications.

                                                Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device.

                                                Topics

                                                News Alerts

                                                Badger Sports

                                                Breaking News

                                                Crime

                                                Politics