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Westby, Viroqua newspapers to merge as Vernon County Times

Mar. 19, 2021

The Vernon County Broadcaster and the Westby Times have merging to form the (Viroqua) Vernon County Times, the western Wisconsin newspapers have announced. The merger, effective as of Wednesday, also includes a shift in publication day from Friday to Wednesday.

The two newspapers, part of the River Valley Media Group, are among the oldest in the state. The Broadcaster‘s history — which includes several name changes — dates back to 1856, while the Times was founded in 1900.

Wisconsinites share how they are coping and adapting one year into the COVID-19 pandemic

Mar. 19, 2021

WPR and Wisconsin Watch have followed a group of Wisconsinites through this life-changing time. One year in, they reflected on how the pandemic has reshaped their lives, and how they envision the future.

A look at Gov. Tony Evers’ proposed state budget

Mar. 17, 2021

Gov. Tony Evers, seeking to advance goals that include addressing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, proposes in his 2021-23 budget bill to bolster spending on education, economic development, social services, and infrastructure.

Grandpa still loves the future, 10 years on

Mar. 17, 2021

A decade ago, Chris Hardie held the future in his arms. It felt good. It still feels good today as his grandson turns 10 years old.

Proposed public notice legislation takes away the public’s right to know

Mar. 16, 2021

The Wisconsin legislature is currently considering legislation that would give local governments the option to stop publishing a summary of their actions in your newspaper.

In an effort to oppose Senate Bill 55 and Assembly Bill 60, the
WNA is making additional, digital ads available to members for publication. The WNA urges members to publish these ads as soon as possible. Digital ads should link to your newspaper's coverage and/or editorials about the legislation or this post on the WNA's website that discusses the proposed bills and provides readers with a link to find their legislators.

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Wisconsin has wasted few COVID-19 vaccine doses

Mar. 16, 2021

Wisconsin vaccine providers reported 2,247 wasted or spoiled doses of COVID-19 vaccine through February, state Department of Health Services records show. That’s less than 0.16% of the more than 1.4 million vaccine doses administered statewide during that same period.

Wisconsin shatters record for background checks amid spike in gun interest

Mar. 15, 2021

Wisconsin in 2020 shattered the record for most firearm background checks, an indicator the year of the COVID-19 pandemic also marked a huge year for gun sales.

Wisconsin newspapers celebrate open government during Sunshine Week

Mar. 15, 2021

Wisconsin newspapers this week are recognizing the importance of open government as a part of Sunshine Week, an annual nationwide celebration of open government that runs March 14-20.

The WNA has gathered several examples of editorials, columns and news coverage by members highlighting the importance of transparency.

Vaccine hunters share tips on how to get a COVID-19 shot in Wisconsin

Mar. 14, 2021

Tired of waiting, some eligible Wisconsinites take action or find help to nab vaccine appointments.

WNA Foundation launches editorial writing and cartoon contest celebrating First Amendment

Mar. 12, 2021

As a continuation of its efforts to increase civic education and engagement, the Wisconsin Newspaper Association Foundation has launched the Wisconsin Civics Games Editorial Writing & Cartoon Contest.

To support these efforts, the WNA Foundation asks that member newspapers run ads promoting the Civics Games contests, publish stories and editorials and publishing winning entries after the winners are announced.