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Rent governor's mansion to Kochs -- Steven Spiro

Sun, 05/31/2015 - 6:00pm
Regarding the recent story that the state may lease buildings elsewhere, I enthusiastically support this idea. Let’s start with the governor’s mansion in Maple Bluff.

Make balanced cuts at UW Colleges -- David W. Cole

Sun, 05/31/2015 - 6:00pm
As a teacher for 48 years in the University of Wisconsin Colleges, I find the recent article in the State Journal about trimming “administrators” distressing.

Around Town: Dogs and cats couldn't get adopted fast enough

Sun, 05/31/2015 - 5:30pm
Lines formed early for no-fee Maddie’s Pet Adoption Days, which benefited Dane County Humane Society in more than one way.

Intel reportedly will offer $17 B for chip designer Altera

Sun, 05/31/2015 - 4:50pm
Semiconductor chip maker Intel Corp. is expected to announce plans Monday to buy chip designer Altera Corp. for about $17 billion, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal.

Just Ask Us: Who's responsible for watering new saplings the city plants?

Sun, 05/31/2015 - 3:00pm
The city's forestry department will monitor rainfall and schedule watering times for newly planted trees.

DiMaggio, Gerri M.

Sun, 05/31/2015 - 2:30pm
McFARLAND - Gerri M. (Stapelman) DiMaggio, age 65, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 31, 2015. Arrangements are being organized. A complete obituary will appear at a later date. Online c…

Gerber, Grace E.

Sun, 05/31/2015 - 2:30pm
SUN PRAIRIE / MOUNT VERNON - Grace E. Gerber, age 75, of Sun Prairie, died on Friday, May 29, 2015, at Pine View Living in Sun Prairie. She was born May 17, 1940, to Marvin and Helen (Gammeter…

Leight, Elaine F.

Sun, 05/31/2015 - 2:30pm
MADISON - Elaine F. Leight, age 83, passed away Saturday, May 30, 2015, at Agrace HospiceCare. A visitation for Elaine will take place Thursday, June 4, 2015, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at CRE…

Reynolds, Helen S.

Sun, 05/31/2015 - 2:30pm
MADISON - Helen S. Reynolds, age 107, passed away at Attic Angel Place in Middleton on Saturday, May 30, 2015. She was born Aug. 7, 1907, in Madison, to the late Louis and Sophie (Hamacher) Sc…

Bohn, Carol J.

Sun, 05/31/2015 - 2:30pm
MOUNT HOREB - Carol J. Bohn of Mount Horeb entered into her heavenly home on Saturday, May 30, 2015, at UW Hospital in Madison. She was born March 17, 1945, to Joseph and Clara (Swingen) Tolle…

Together: Patience, kindness and sense of humor key to helping someone organize

Sun, 05/31/2015 - 10:00am
Let’s say you have a friend or relative who needs organizing assistance and they ask you for your support. Consider it an honor — it probably wasn’t easy for them to ask you.

Midwest states' 'Trust Belt' conference aims to shape economic future of region

Sun, 05/31/2015 - 8:00am
The first of what is expected to be an annual event starts Sunday in Columbus, Ohio, and will highlight what's working and address problems.

Transforming Edgerton's tobacco warehouses into new Downtown housing

Sun, 05/31/2015 - 8:00am
Developer Dan Rinehart is converting a century-old building into apartments in the last of three such projects. 

In the Spirit: Clergy members step to the forefront in aftermath of Tony Robinson shooting

Sun, 05/31/2015 - 7:30am
An interfaith coalition of unusual diversity plans to be a consistent and persistent voice going forward.

Q&A: Craig Johnson's unlikely hero shines on the page and screen

Sun, 05/31/2015 - 7:30am
Craig Johnson is on tour promoting his 13th book in the popular Walt Longmire mystery series, “Dry Bones.” He’s late for a phone interview because he’s busy navigating Houston traffic, his wif…

Children's author pictures success with 'Wherever You Go'

Sun, 05/31/2015 - 7:00am
She never dreamed of writing the great American novel, Pat Zietlow Miller said.

On Wisconsin: Tunnels, bikes and history on the Elroy-Sparta State Trail

Sun, 05/31/2015 - 7:00am
The 50th anniversary of the first Rails to Trails project will be celebrated Saturday with a ride and ceremony sponsored by the Friends of the Elroy-Sparta State Trail.

Doug Moe: Looking to honor a good Guy

Sun, 05/31/2015 - 7:00am
Having moved back to the Madison area, relatives of former Badgers coach Guy Lowman are hoping to see him in the University of Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame.

Madison Style: Capturing Stoughton in art, gifts

Sun, 05/31/2015 - 6:30am
AmundArt Hus is full of Norske charm, billeted as it is on a historic corner on Main Street in Stoughton. It’s not just a gift house, not just an art gallery — in fact, the contents reflect th…

Nick Offerman to sign books at Hilldale

Sun, 05/31/2015 - 6:15am
For readers who enjoy humor, history and the hirsute, have we got the summer read for your beach bag. Nick Offerman, the man behind the mythical Ron Swanson of “Parks and Recreation,” has comp…

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