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Scrutinize WEDC loans, not food stamp recipients -- Bob Israel

Wed, 06/03/2015 - 6:00pm
The hypocrisy of Wisconsin’s Republicans as they call for drug testing of food stamp applicants should be seen in the context of what they expect from large businesses seeking favors from the …

Confrontational UW column was classic Wiley -- Brad Taylor

Wed, 06/03/2015 - 6:00pm
The first half of John Wiley’s guest column Tuesday, "UW-Madison has put Wisconsin on the world map,” cannot be argued with. UW-Madison is positively known worldwide and its founding membershi…

With budget cuts, future of UW uncertain -- Anne Lundin

Wed, 06/03/2015 - 6:00pm
I am writing in hearty support of John Wiley’s rousing guest column Tuesday, “UW-Madison has put Wisconsin on the world map." Former Chancellor Wiley shows how intentionally, for over a centur…

Suspected bike thieves caught on video, hid bolt-cutters in guitar case

Wed, 06/03/2015 - 5:15pm
A landlord's surveillance video caught two bicycle thefts at a Dayton Street residence on the same day.

Madison startup bluDiagnostics wins Governor's Business Plan contest

Wed, 06/03/2015 - 5:15pm
Nearly 240 ideas were submitted to the contest this year.

Restaurant News: Casual Boathouse opens at Edgewater hotel

Wed, 06/03/2015 - 4:10pm
The two-level restaurant seats 50 out its terrace and about 50 inside. It is centered on its bar, with a focus on fish.

Brewers: Cardinals cash in on Jimmy Nelson's rocky start

Wed, 06/03/2015 - 4:10pm
Nelson (2-6) gives up five runs in the first inning in a 7-4 loss Wednesday in St. Louis.

Restaurant News: Harold's Chicken closes on East Side after landlord dispute

Wed, 06/03/2015 - 4:01pm
The restaurant's owner said he's now thinking about closing his 5-year-old West Side location, too, and moving out of town.

Wellcome, Joyce E.

Wed, 06/03/2015 - 3:30pm
MADISON - Joyce E. Wellcome passed away on Monday, June 1, 2015, at the age of 94. She was born on Jan. 17, 1921, in Madison, to Saul and Stella (Way) Switzky.

Krause, Clarence J. "Bud"

Wed, 06/03/2015 - 3:30pm
MADISON - Clarence J. "Bud" Krause, age 80, passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2015. Funeral arrangements are pending. A full obituary will appear in Sunday's edition. Online condolences may be m…

Olson, Stanley Charles "Buck"

Wed, 06/03/2015 - 3:30pm
MADISON - Stanley Charles "Buck" Olson, age 89, soared to the sky the morning of Tuesday, June 2, 2015. He was truly one of a kind.

Fietz, Clarence A. "Hank"

Wed, 06/03/2015 - 3:30pm
COLUMBUS - Clarence A. "Hank" Fietz, age 95, died on Tuesday, June 2, 2015. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., with visitation beginning at 10 a.m., on Saturday, June 6, 2015, at the CO…

Gruber, Anita Odelia

Wed, 06/03/2015 - 3:30pm
SUN PRAIRIE - Anita Odelia Gruber, age 85, passed away on Monday, June 1, 2015, at Pine View Living. She was born on Dec. 1, 1929, in Bear Valley, the daughter of Anthony and Apollonia (Schmit…

Caliva, Vivian (nee Sheets)

Wed, 06/03/2015 - 3:30pm
ROCHESTER - Vivian (nee Sheets) Caliva, age 92, of Rochester, passed away on June 2, 2015. Vivian was born in Kensal, N.D., on Feb. 23, 1923, to the late Charles and Clara (nee Walrath) Sheets…

Ohlson, John

Wed, 06/03/2015 - 3:30pm
COTTAGE GROVE - John Ohlson, age 75, passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2015, at UW Hospital in Madison. He was born in Chicago, Ill. on May 22, 1940, the son of Walter and Edith (Matter) Ohlson.…

Walker, Maureen Elaine

Wed, 06/03/2015 - 3:30pm
MADISON - Maureen Elaine Walker (née Buenzli) passed away peacefully, surrounded by her children, on June 2, 2015, after a two-year battle with cancer. Maureen was a wonderfully generous mothe…

Wenger, Clayton Showalter

Wed, 06/03/2015 - 3:30pm
BROOKFIELD - Clayton Showalter Wenger passed away early in the morning, June 1, 2015, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Phoenix, Ariz., several days after emergency surgery. He was born June 2, 1976…

Janesville man indicted in Bad Brad's Bar robbery

Wed, 06/03/2015 - 3:00pm
The charge resulted from a joint investigation by local and federal officials.

Restaurant News: Portage Pi offering quick food and beverage on campus

Wed, 06/03/2015 - 2:07pm
Distinctively-filled hand-pies are available in the lobby of the new hotel Graduate Madison on Landgon Street.

Virent produces first plastic bottle using entirely plant-based materials

Wed, 06/03/2015 - 2:05pm
The bottles were made in Virent's plant in Madison and featured Wednesday in a Coca-Cola expo display in Milan.

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