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Whitney Mann songs strike a chord
The Madison-based country singer-songwriter is finding a following, and some new styles to explore.
Metro Transit trims Christmas schedule
If Santa Claus' sleigh breaks down in Madison on Christmas Eve, he won't be able to take a Metro Transit bus to make his rounds.
UW-Madison one of the best values in college, again
Students going to UW-Madison are getting their money's worth.
Credit Union National Association names new deputy chief of staff
Jill Tomalin will advise top CUNA officials in the newly created post, in addition to being chief operating officer.
Free Christmas concert at Orpheum Theater will feature sacred music
A Downtown church is renting out the recently-renovated Orpheum Theater to put on a free Christmas concert Saturday featuring a 150-voice choir.
Beer Baron: A skeptic's guide to holiday beers
A winter warmer doubter embraces the style and finds unexpected diversity and appreciation even of the most classic holiday beers.
UW-Madison oak tree grew into a legend, now will be felled
The acorn grew into a bur oak tree with a trunk so thick it recently took 20 preschoolers holding hands to circle it.
State finances improving -- for now
Credit Gov. Scott Walker and his fellow Republicans for improving state finances, based on strict accounting standards.
Focus on Dane County: Verona food pantry eyes move to former Badger Prairie facility
The pantry's operator, Verona Area Needs Network (VANN), and Dane County officials announced a lease agreement Thursday that, pending County Board approval, would provide a larger, more versat…
Doug Moe: Ed Janus's journey: Baseball, beer, back to the farm
Ed Janus's eclectic career just keeps going.
Dr. Carleen Hanson: Choosing a doctor for your children can be a challenge
Dear Dr. Hanson: My family’s insurance is changing next year and I’m very sad to be leaving my children’s pediatrician. Do you have any suggestions to help me find a new doctor that’s right fo…
Dr. Zorba Paster: Job stress high for police officers
Taming your mind just might help to tame your heart.
What to watch this week: Prime time for holiday specials
A recent episode of “Nashville” featured country power couple Rayna James (Connie Britton) and Luke Wheeler (Will Chase) filming a musical Christmas special from their home. It was a gentle re…
Going Out: Weekend highlights
The Northern Hemisphere’s 2014 winter solstice — the moment when that part of the Earth is tilted at its furthest point from the sun — officially occurs at 5:03 p.m. Sunday. Celebrations of th…
Packers: Banged-up front 5 helps keep offense humming
The Green Bay Packers keep absorbing the hits on the offensive line.
College football: Before he says farewell to UW-Whitewater, Lance Leipold has one more game to coach
I’d been hanging on to this anecdote, a tad conflicted about revealing a high school story about a guy who is now a respected, 50-year-old professional at the top of his game.
Stagg Bowl preview: UW-Whitewater vs. Mount Union (Ohio)
The Warhawks (14-0) play the Purple Raiders (14-0) for the NCAA Division III football title at 6 p.m. Friday in Salem, Va.
Prep boys basketball: McFarland rolls; No. 2 Mineral Point rallies to top No. 4 Cuba City
Senior Sean Chislom scored 24 points and junior Benjamin Rounds had 19 points to lead host McFarland over Brodhead 59-32 in a Rock Valley Conference crossover boys basketball game Thursday.
USHL: Capitols ride early lead to fourth consecutive road win
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Freddy Gerard and Chad Pietroniro each scored a pair of goals to help the Madison Capitols overpower the Cedar Rapids Roughriders 5-2 in a United States Hockey League game…
Prep girls basketball: Kelsey Bakken scores 20 points to lead Marshall past Lodi
Junior guard Kelsey Bakken scored 20 points to lead Marshall to a 71-53 victory over host Lodi on Thursday night in a Capitol Conference crossover girls basketball game.
