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Wisconsin’s Mississippi River towns are reinventing themselves as vibrant tourist destinations, turning river views, quirky shops, and historic charm into economic lifelines. Communities like Stockholm and Trempealeau are drawing crowds with local flavors like Stockholm Pie and riverfront hotels, while tackling rural challenges like aging populations and shrinking workforces. By crafting experienc...

Summer slide ain’t just a myth—it’s real, with kids losing up to 34% of their math and reading skills between June and September. But don’t panic: experts say it’s beatable. Turn learning into play—cook with fractions, read street signs, game with strategy. Tap into their interests, keep routines loose but consistent, and libraries are helping with fun, incentive-driven programs. Learning doesn’t...

For ninety years, the Clements Fishing Barge has been a beloved river staple in Genoa, Wisconsin, run by Mark Clements and now poised to pass to his son Conner as the fourth generation. Built from scraps by Mark’s grandfather in 1936, this family-run operation offers affordable fishing access to anglers worldwide, turning a humble raft into a community hub. More than just a business, it’s a lifeli...

A Wisconsin dairy farm set to expand from 1,400 to over 2,400 cows faced fierce local opposition, forcing the state DNR to hold a rare in-person hearing. After 300+ residents raised alarms about water contamination and manure storage, the DNR granted the permit—but with major concessions: groundwater monitoring starts by October next year, and manure storage must now hold 180 days’ worth instead o...

For sixty years, Max Bachhuber and his wife Kathy have lived, fished, and loved the Mississippi River—two lifelong “river rats” whose stories reveal how this iconic waterway has transformed over the decades. From Max’s childhood fishing to Kathy’s family history of commercial fishing and houseboat living, their lives are woven into the river’s rhythm. They’ve watched vegetation return, fish specie...

De Pere’s city council just approved the $70 million Lockside waterfront project — a mixed-use development bringing apartments, condos, and commercial spaces to downtown. After tweaks based on feedback, the design now features more stone and brick to match De Pere’s historic charm, with fewer residential units. The city is pitching in $8.35 million in grants tied to milestones and will reimburse p...

Hobart’s Village Board just paused new AI data center projects for a full year, giving them time to craft solid regulations before any massive tech hubs break ground. After heated community debate over environmental impact, noise, water use, and energy demands, the board chose caution over immediate action — while some see the pause as a missed economic opportunity. A 15-page draft is already in t...