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What's The Secret To Being Witty? Practice, Author Says

November 21, 2014 - 3:15pm

The master of wit Oscar Wilde once said, “I’m so clever that sometimes I don’t understand a single word of what I’m saying.” Therein lies just one of many conundrums around trying to be witty.

Wisconsin's Top Pie-Bakers Share Tricks Of Their Trade

November 21, 2014 - 12:30pm

Some of the best bakers from around the state — including those at Sweetie Pies, Norske Nook, and Honey Pie Cafe — are getting ready for an influx of customers who will want pies on their holiday tables. Get some tips from these expert bakers on how to make an awesome homemade pie.

UW Acquires 60,000 Rare Lichen Specimens

November 20, 2014 - 3:15pm

The University of Wisconsin has recently acquired a rare collection of lichen specimens - about 60,000 of them, to be exact. The director of the Wisconsin State Herbarium talks about the collection, and what we can learn from lichen about the world's ecosystem.

Chef Offers 4 Thanksgiving Recipes For Holiday Table

November 20, 2014 - 11:00am

There are foods and traditions that surround just about every holiday, but pound for pound, there’s more eating and dining expectations for Thanksgiving than just about any other time of year. Whether one is hosting a large gathering at home or keeping it low-key, renowned chef Christy Rost has some...

Photographer Portrays Wisconsin's Deer Hunting Culture In New Book

November 19, 2014 - 11:45am

On the weekend before Thanksgiving, hundreds of thousands of Wisconsinites head out to the woods to hunt deer. It’s a tradition enjoyed by men, women, adults and children alike — something that one Eau Claire-based photographer strove to represent in his new book.

Talk About End-Of-Life Desires 'Early And Often,' Advises Advocate

November 17, 2014 - 2:10pm

Early and often — that's when people should discuss death and their desires for the end of their lives, according to Harriet Warshaw.

Chef Says It's Time To Bring Taste Of Bitterness Back

November 14, 2014 - 3:35pm

North Americans have traditionally embraced the sweeter things in life — they prefer milk chocolate over dark, for example, and put sugar and milk in coffee. But according chef and author Jennifer McLagan, they have yet to learn to embrace the complex flavor of “bitter.”

New Book Sifts Through Lives Of Archaeologists

November 14, 2014 - 3:15pm

In addition to the trowels, screens and hand brooms already on-site, Marilyn Johnson added her own tools of discovery to the field of archaeology — pen, paper and interview.

Holiday Season To Kick Off Early Again, Bringing Delight And Dismay

November 14, 2014 - 1:25pm

Line Outside Best Buy For Holiday Shopping Season

As Thanksgiving approaches, consumers, employers and activists are rekindling a discussion about when it's appropriate for retailers to open their doors for holiday shopping. Previously, Black Friday served as the official kickoff of the shopping season, but that's been changing as more big-box stores open their doors on Thanksgiving Day...

Curious Wisconsin - Remembering Bob Dawson And The Sheriff Bob Show

November 13, 2014 - 3:15pm

One of Eau Claire's most beloved television stars, Bob Dawson, passed away at the age of 90 last month. He was best known as the host of the locally produced children's show, The Sheriff Bob Show . One of Dawson's former colleague talks about his life, and the show that...

As Its Title Makes Clear, New Book Is ‘For Parents Of Gay Kids’

November 12, 2014 - 3:35pm

A new book is helping parents find the right words when providing guidance for a child who has come out as gay.

Taylor Swift Proves That People Still Buy Albums... At Least Hers

November 12, 2014 - 4:30pm

In a music market filled with torenting and streaming, record companies are worried about profits. One artist, however, is proving that consumers are still willing to shell out twelve bucks for a full length album - as long as the artist's name is Taylor Swift. Swift sold 1.287 million copies...

Political Satire Has Big Impact — Just Not On Elections, Says Author

November 12, 2014 - 2:00pm

According to Amber Day, comedians like Jon Stewart, Stephen Colbert and John Oliver have done a good job of shifting the conversation by providing a different framework for viewing political subjects and topics being discussed in other media circles.

Vintage Wisconsin: Student Soldiers Demonstrate Gas Masks

November 12, 2014 - 9:05am

In this photo, student soldiers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison demonstrate the use of gas masks. During World War I, the Germans unleashed chlorine gas, a toxic chemical weapon, that blindsided the Allies who were expecting the advance of troops rather than a deadly cloud. The gas tortured and killed...

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What's The Secret To Being Witty? Practice, Author Says

Wisconsin's Top Pie-Bakers Share Tricks Of Their Trade

UW Acquires 60,000 Rare Lichen Specimens

Chef Offers 4 Thanksgiving Recipes For Holiday Table

Photographer Portrays Wisconsin's Deer Hunting Culture In New Book

Talk About End-Of-Life Desires 'Early And Often,' Advises Advocate

Chef Says It's Time To Bring Taste Of Bitterness Back

New Book Sifts Through Lives Of Archaeologists

Holiday Season To Kick Off Early Again, Bringing Delight And Dismay

Curious Wisconsin - Remembering Bob Dawson And The Sheriff Bob Show

As Its Title Makes Clear, New Book Is ‘For Parents Of Gay Kids’

Taylor Swift Proves That People Still Buy Albums... At Least Hers

Political Satire Has Big Impact — Just Not On Elections, Says Author

Vintage Wisconsin: Student Soldiers Demonstrate Gas Masks

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