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Opinion

The Zen of Thanksgiving

Local columns

Thanksgiving is the most American of holidays. But there is something almost un-American about it. It is a day opposed to striving, to getting more. We stop adding up the numbers in our accounts. We freeze in place to give thanks for whatever is there. Today's big issue is "affordability." But ...

Trump criticizes US program for refugees who fought the Taliban

Local columns

The man accused of shooting two National Guard members in Washington is among about 76,000 Afghans brought to the United States after the chaotic withdrawal of the U.S. from their country as the Taliban took over, authorities said. The program, called Operation Allies Welcome, was created ...

Almanac for Nov. 29, 2025

Local columns

Today is Saturday, Nov. 29, the 333rd day of 2025. There are 32 days left in the year. Today in history: In 1864, a Colorado militia launched an unprovoked attack on an encampment of Cheyenne and Arapahoe tribal members, killing an estimated 230 people. Also on this date: In 1929, Navy ...

Suggestions to more safely navigate shopping online

Editorial

With Thanksgiving done and Cyber Monday looming ahead of the Christmas season, Wisconsin's Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection has some advice on avoiding some common scams and other potential pitfalls to shopping online. During the busy holiday season, e-commerce can be a ...