Nature is calming medicine

My preparations for the upcoming gun deer season took me on a walk through the woods the other day. While my purpose was to prepare my deer stand, I also needed the walk for therapeutic reasons.

This August's primary is spurring an unusual summer debate over two constitutional amendments backed by Republicans.

Wisconsin Senate Dems sweep key seats

Tammy Baldwin squeaked out a victory to keep her U.S. Senate seat. But political insiders say another real bright spot for Dems in Wisconsin — and maybe nationally — is what state Senate Democrats did.

Jim Pumarlo

Press politicians on election promises

Continuing coverage, if thoughtfully planned, goes a long way toward holding elected officials accountable. It also can enrich coverage of local public affairs, providing substantive content beyond blow-by-blow meeting reports.

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