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Wisconsin School District Starts To Track Students' Emotional Growth

October 18, 2019 - 7:20am

Similar to other schools, Lodi has adopted s ocial and emotional learning practices that are now embedded in the classroom. But this school district is taking things a step further by measuring to see if these methods work for its students.

Health Care Expo Highlights Career Opportunities For Milwaukee Public Schools Students

October 17, 2019 - 12:15pm

Students from some of Milwaukee Public Schools’ middle schools and North Division High School had a chance to meet professionals from several health care industries Thursday.

State Seeks To Make Satellite Data Available To Better Track Harmful Algal Blooms

October 16, 2019 - 6:05am

Wisconsin is planning to provide satellite data on 150 or more of the state’s largest lakes to help the public better track harmful algal blooms in Wisconsin.

State Touts Nursing As In-Demand Profession

October 16, 2019 - 6:05am

Health care continues to be a dominant part of Wisconsin's economy and the position of registered nurse is ranked third on a list of so-called " hot jobs " by the Department of Workforce Development.

While Millions Are Spent To Fight Opioid Epidemic, A Meth Crisis Quietly Grows In Wisconsin

October 16, 2019 - 6:00am

Methamphetamine cases in Wisconsin have ballooned by 450 percent, and service providers and health officials say more money is needed to combat it.

Wisconsin Second In US For Binge Drinking Rate, Study Finds

October 15, 2019 - 3:00pm

A report from the University of Wisconsin-Madison's Population Health Institute finds Wisconsin ranks second in the United States in binge drinking.

Born Of Grief, JoJo's Jungle Playground Will Be A Place For All Children

October 14, 2019 - 6:15am

Josiah Hoerter died in 2015. His parents have spent the last four years working to create an all-inclusive playground in Wausau in his memory.

New Food Delivery Service In Madison Area Brings Pantry Items To Seniors

October 14, 2019 - 5:20am

Seniors in the Madison area who qualify can already get ready-to-eat meals delivered to their houses through Meals on Wheels. But under a new pilot program — which began Oct. 1 — they’ll also be able to get free groceries.

Doctor's Dilemma: Determining If Patients Are Sick From Flu Or Vaping

October 11, 2019 - 2:35pm

The upcoming flu season complicates the situation for doctors who will have to determine whether people with respiratory problems are infected with a flu bug or have symptoms related to vaping.

Understanding The People Power Of Happiness

October 10, 2019 - 7:05pm

Social scientists are finding that generating happiness in your life may have less to do with an arbitrary number — like your bank account or how many Instagram followers you have — and more to do with how well you connect with the people around you.

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Wisconsin School District Starts To Track Students' Emotional Growth

Health Care Expo Highlights Career Opportunities For Milwaukee Public Schools Students

State Seeks To Make Satellite Data Available To Better Track Harmful Algal Blooms

State Touts Nursing As In-Demand Profession

While Millions Are Spent To Fight Opioid Epidemic, A Meth Crisis Quietly Grows In Wisconsin

Wisconsin Second In US For Binge Drinking Rate, Study Finds

Born Of Grief, JoJo's Jungle Playground Will Be A Place For All Children

New Food Delivery Service In Madison Area Brings Pantry Items To Seniors

Doctor's Dilemma: Determining If Patients Are Sick From Flu Or Vaping

Understanding The People Power Of Happiness

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