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Skijoring With A Twist In Rice Lake

February 27, 2020 - 12:00pm

Are you searching for something new to do in the snow? The Spurs & Skis Skijoring Stampede in Rice Lake will certainly be of interest.

A Decline In High School, College Sports Starting To Be Felt In Western Wisconsin

February 26, 2020 - 7:30am

Women coaches and athletes from western Wisconsin say they’ve noticed fewer kids sticking with sports in high school and college.

Milwaukee Bucks Clinch Playoff Spot, Take On Last Season's Spoilers In Toronto

February 25, 2020 - 1:15pm

With 25 regular season games remaining, the Milwaukee Bucks have already punched their tickets to the postseason. They'll face the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday. Despite losing their biggest star during the offseason, Toronto could again prove to be Milwaukee's toughest hurtle on its quest to its first NBA Finals berth since...

Packers 'Aggressively Committed' To Bringing NFL Draft To Green Bay

February 24, 2020 - 12:30pm

The 2022 NFL Draft isn't officially heading to Green Bay, though the Packers remain committed to bringing it to Northeast Wisconsin, team president Mark Murphy told Packers.com. More than 600,000 people attended the 2019 NFL Draft in Nashville.

Spring Training 2020: Brewers Open Cactus League Play Saturday

February 21, 2020 - 4:00pm

The Milwaukee Brewers play their first Spring Training game Saturday. There are lots of new names on the team's roster for 2020. The Brewers open the regular season against the Chicago Cubs on March 26 in Milwaukee.

'Fantastic' Trail Conditions For American Birkebeiner, Organizer Says

February 21, 2020 - 11:00am

"I actually think we might have a record time on Saturday," Ben Popp, executive director of the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation, said of the trail conditions this year.

'Miracle On Ice' Turns 40: Wisconsin Coach Who Scored 2 Goals Will Attend Team Reunion

February 21, 2020 - 6:00am

Head coach Mark Johnson has led the Wisconsin Badgers to five national titles in women's hockey. Saturday marks the 40th anniversary of the "Miracle on Ice." Johnson, who scored two goals in the iconic game, spoke about his memories of the team.

Study: Miller Park Has Generated $2.5B In Economic Impact For Wisconsin

February 17, 2020 - 3:00pm

Miller Park, home of the Milwaukee Brewers, has created $2.5 billion in economic impact for Wisconsin over the last 20 years, according to a new report from the Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce.

Bucks Sign Veteran, Lead NBA Heading Into All-Star Break

February 13, 2020 - 1:20pm

The Milwaukee Bucks are 6.5 games ahead of the Toronto Raptors in the Eastern Conference. They're on an eight-day break during the All-Star festivities in Chicago. Here's the latest on the league-leading team.

Wisconsin Snowmobiling Fatalities Could Exceed 10-Year Average

February 13, 2020 - 6:00am

Snowmobiling deaths have risen in the recent years, and four people have died on snowmobiles in the last two weeks. Experts say avoiding alcohol and taking safety classes help ensure safety.

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Skijoring With A Twist In Rice Lake

A Decline In High School, College Sports Starting To Be Felt In Western Wisconsin

Milwaukee Bucks Clinch Playoff Spot, Take On Last Season's Spoilers In Toronto

Packers 'Aggressively Committed' To Bringing NFL Draft To Green Bay

Spring Training 2020: Brewers Open Cactus League Play Saturday

'Fantastic' Trail Conditions For American Birkebeiner, Organizer Says

'Miracle On Ice' Turns 40: Wisconsin Coach Who Scored 2 Goals Will Attend Team Reunion

Study: Miller Park Has Generated $2.5B In Economic Impact For Wisconsin

Bucks Sign Veteran, Lead NBA Heading Into All-Star Break

Wisconsin Snowmobiling Fatalities Could Exceed 10-Year Average

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