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

Democrats press abortion issue

Five weeks out from the election, Wisconsin Democrats sought to place a spotlight on abortion as Gov. Tony Evers told a Capitol rally he and Democrat Attorney General Josh Kaul have been a “brick wall” against GOP efforts to restrict access to the procedure.

Cashton Record sold to Evans Print & Media Group

Paul and Kim Fanning, owners of the Cashton Record for nearly 24 years, have announced the sale of the newspaper to Evans Print & Media Group. The Sparta-based news group is owned and operated by Greg and Sue Evans, who also own the Monroe County Herald and the Hillsboro Sentry-Enterprise.

The new owners will continue to serve local businesses from the existing office, with no change to current staffing, according to the announcement.

Hickory tree tells story

In the middle of one of my ridgetop clearings stands a large shagbark hickory tree that’s nearly 100 feet tall.

Making cider and making memories

It’s apple harvest season with community festivals celebrating the fruit and many commercial orchards open for picking and family fun.

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WNA Foundation annual Civics Games Editorial Writing & Cartoon Contest

The WNA Foundation is excited to announce annual Wisconsin Civics Games Editorial Writing & Cartoon Contest, which aims to increase civic education and engagement while celebrating the rights established by the First Amendment.

The contest is open to all Wisconsin middle and high school students, including home-schooled students. Essays and cartoons should focus on the importance of the First Amendment. Students are encouraged to draw from personal experiences, current events and historical examples.

Wisconsin Newspaper Association