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In the Spirit: Construction project brings together two congregations, one Christian, one Jewish

Sun, 11/23/2014 - 7:30am
A gathering to discuss gratitude on Thanksgiving could become an annual tradition for Beth Israel Center and First Congregational United Church of Christ.

Walworth county phone scam suspects pose as sheriff's deputies to receive cash

Sun, 11/23/2014 - 7:30am
Several Walworth County residents were the victims of a phone scam, in which suspects posed as sheriff's deputies claiming the victims owed money for outstanding warrants, according to a Walwo…

Monday storm could bring 2 to 4 inches of snow

Sun, 11/23/2014 - 7:15am
After a mild pre-Thanksgiving weekend, south-central Wisconsin could see 2 to 4 inches of snow falling around the state Monday, according to forecasters.

Author etched erroneously

Sun, 11/23/2014 - 7:00am
Engraved on one of the new “philosopher’s stones,” the granite benches gracing the newly remodeled Library Mall, is an evocative quote from one of Madison’s own novelists:

Just Read It | Johanna Draper Carlson

Sun, 11/23/2014 - 7:00am
Read more from Johanna Draper Carlson at comicsworthreading.com.

Health Sense: Health insurance still 'velvet handcuffs' stalling retirement

Sun, 11/23/2014 - 6:30am
Plenty of people who want to retire but are too young for Medicare — which generally starts at age 65 — still say they can’t stop working because they feel they must hold onto employer coverage.

Winter is reminder of Empty Stocking Club fund drive for children's Christmas gifts

Sun, 11/23/2014 - 6:00am
The goal of the charity is to assure that every child, no matter how needy, will receive at least one new, quality gift this holiday season.

After abuse, survivors of domestic violence face lonely legal battle

Sun, 11/23/2014 - 6:00am
When they face their abusers in civil court on issues like restraining orders or child custody, they must often do so without an attorney.

Record milk prices lead to huge profits for state dairy farmers

Sun, 11/23/2014 - 6:00am
A golden combination of record-high milk prices and record-low feed costs are leading to profits that are six times higher than previous good years for some state dairy farmers.

How green is my Assembly?

Sun, 11/23/2014 - 5:55am
After three election cycles with significant turnover, the Assembly will have the least experience in 50 years.

Richland Center proud it's become UW-United Nations

Sun, 11/23/2014 - 5:50am
This year UW-Richland hit an international enrollment peak, with 52 foreign students from 20 countries on five continents.

Steve Chapman: Is Hillary too old?

Sun, 11/23/2014 - 5:45am
Are there good reasons to vote against Hillary Clinton? If you gave me some time — like two seconds — I could come up with some.

Private-school vouchers need accountability

Sun, 11/23/2014 - 5:45am
State leaders are going to spend more public money on private schools next year.

America is most thankful -- State Journal editorial from a century ago

Sun, 11/23/2014 - 5:30am
This State Journal editorial ran on Thanksgiving, Nov. 25, 1914, as World War I raged in Europe. America was officially neutral and didn’t enter the war until 1917.

Mitch Henck: The preacher's son eyes Iowa

Sun, 11/23/2014 - 5:30am
Gov. Scott Walker didn’t take long to go there. He said Tuesday he is seriously considering a run

Chris Rickert: Praying that bishop has a First Amendment come-to-Jesus moment

Sun, 11/23/2014 - 5:30am
It’s enough to make this follower of Jesus kneel down and pray for the salvation of the First Amendment.

Appeal in murder conviction latest fallout over disgraced former prosecutor

Sun, 11/23/2014 - 5:15am
Mark Price alleges former Winnebago County District Attorney Joseph Paulus engaged in an extensive pattern of misconduct.

On View | Lee Weiss: Legacy Show

Sun, 11/23/2014 - 5:15am
On view now at the Fanny Garver Gallery on State Street is the final show by Madison painter Lee Weiss. The show features more than a decade of her work, including unseen pieces from her perso…

Travel: Calendar

Sun, 11/23/2014 - 5:00am
Coming in Wisconsin this week:

Garden calendar | For the week of Nov. 23

Sun, 11/23/2014 - 5:00am
Tips for your flowers, trees and shrubs.

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