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Opinion

Red Cross seeks volunteers, notes fires rise during holidays

Editorial

The American Red Cross of Wisconsin would like to extend our deepest thanks to all the volunteers who have dedicated their time, energy, and passion to strengthening our community throughout the year. Whether they have assisted with events, helped organize blood drives, or provided hands-on ...

Thankful to be free from pain

Local columns

Reflecting on gratitude for this holiday, I want to highlight something that can be shared with the wider world. Last year at this time, I focused on reasons to be thankful despite Donald Trump's reelection: Trump ran on promises he cannot possibly fulfill. He swore to reduce prices and raise ...

Pentagon investigating Arizona senator over video to troops

Local columns

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon announced Monday it is investigating Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona over possible breaches of military law after the former Navy pilot joined a handful of other lawmakers in a video that called for troops to defy "illegal orders." The Pentagon's ...

Almanac for Nov. 25, 2025

Local columns

Today is Tuesday, Nov. 25, the 329th day of 2025. There are 36 days left in the year. Today in history: In 1963, the body of President John F. Kennedy was laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery after a funeral procession through Washington, D.C. An estimated 1 million people lined the ...

Tips on food safety for the Thanksgiving feast

Editorial

With family and friends gathering Thursday for Thanksgiving, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development encourages Michiganders to keep food safety top of mind during the holiday week. Simple steps to ensure a successful holiday feast free of foodborne illnesses include: ...