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A storm, a ship, a legacy: Remembering the Fitzgerald

On November 10, 1975, a violent storm roared across Lake Superior with fierce winds, towering waves as high as 30 feet, and blinding snowfall. By nightfall, one of the Great Lakes’ largest and most respected freighters, the Edmund Fitzgerald, had vanished. All 29 crew members were lost.

Autumn on the greens: Beautiful fall golf courses

There’s a sweet spot in Wisconsin golf season – after the summer heat fades but before the first frost settles in. That’s when the courses turn golden, the crowds thin out, and every tee box comes with a view.

Prost! Celebrating Oktoberfest across Wisconsin

Oktoberfest has become a beloved tradition all over the state, blending Wisconsin’s German heritage with the true joy of gathering together. Whether you’re in a big city or a small town, Oktoberfest here is all about celebrating history—and having an absolute blast.

Tailgate like a Wisconsinite

When the weather turns crisp and kickoff returns, so does one of Wisconsin’s most cherished traditions: the tailgate. For Wisconsinites, the real magic happens hours before the football game even starts.