Fredonia voters face Aug. 7 absentee deadline before Aug. 11 partisan primary
Fredonia’s final listed in-person absentee voting hours are Aug. 7 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., ahead of the Aug. 11 partisan primary.
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Jackson schedules public hearing on Oaks of Jackson planned development
The Village of Jackson has posted a June 9, 2026, public-hearing notice for zoning matter PUD-04, Oaks of Jackson. The available record does not show the project’s size, applicant or hearing outcome.
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Mandela Barnes exits Wisconsin Democratic governor primary after party review of misconduct allegations
Former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes withdrew from Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial primary on July 30, less than two weeks before the Aug. 11 election, after the state party reviewed allegations of inappropriate behavior.
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Lake Geneva’s County Highway H work expected to continue through late August
Repair and resurfacing on approximately 0.6 miles of County Highway H, also known as Williams Street, remains underway between George Street and East Geneva Square.
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Town of Spooner posts proposed 2026 budget for public review
The Town of Spooner has posted a proposed 2026 budget and a July 22 budget-related agenda. The next listed Town Board meeting is Aug. 13 at 6 p.m.
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Spring Green’s 2026 public decision calendar moves toward August meetings
Spring Green has posted a 2026 schedule of board, planning, ordinance and public-hearing proceedings, with more meetings set for August.
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NWS documents tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings in southern Wisconsin
A National Weather Service report documents one tornado warning and two severe thunderstorm warnings during a severe-weather episode across parts of southern Wisconsin on Aug. 5–6, 2026.
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WisDOT approves $2.91 million for ADA curb-ramp upgrades along US 12 near Altoona
A Wisconsin Department of Transportation contract will fund curb-ramp reconstruction and pedestrian-crossing upgrades along US 12 between Eau Claire and Altoona.
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Alma’s Lock and Dam 4 open house draws 862 visitors as community event grows
Lock and Dam 4’s July 25 open house brought 862 visitors to Alma, alongside the Chamber’s expanded Best Dam Day programming and stronger participation from local businesses.
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Wisconsin regulators defend data-center financial safeguards as Oracle court fight advances
The Wisconsin Public Service Commission is defending financial and credit requirements for very large electricity users as Oracle challenges rules tied to its proposed Port Washington-area data-center campus.
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Dodgeville’s $2.04 Million WIS 23 and US 18 Reconstruction Project Nears Scheduled Completion
A Wisconsin DOT project covering WIS 23 and the US 18–Johns Street intersection was scheduled for completion in early August, but the available record does not confirm whether work finished on time.
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WisDOT schedules 2026 Holy Hill Road improvement through Richfield
A Wisconsin DOT transportation program lists a $4 million-to-$4.999 million resurfacing and reconstruction project for STH 167, or Holy Hill Road, between STH 175 and Interstate 41 in the Village of Richfield.
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Wisconsin offers up to $60,000 in grants for community environmental-health projects
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services is seeking applications from local public-health agencies and federally recognized Tribal nations for one-year projects using Wisconsin Tracking environmental-health data.
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Federal forecasters flag high-wind and wildfire risks across Northern and Central Plains
NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center identified a slight risk of high winds across parts of the Northern and Central Plains on Aug. 4–5, warning that hot, dry and gusty conditions could raise wildfire risk. Separate National Weather Service records document tornado and severe-thunderstorm warnings in southern Wisconsin.
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WisDOT plans 2027 WIS 161 work through Iola
A planned 2027 WisDOT project would resurface 10.3 miles of WIS 161 in Waupaca County, replace culverts, upgrade guardrails and improve pedestrian access in Iola.
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Sheboygan property owners await 2026 assessment notices
Sheboygan will mail 2026 changed-assessment notices Aug. 10. Owners can review their assessments during Open Book Aug. 24-28 and seek a formal hearing.
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Paid downtown parking is now in effect in Eau Claire
Eau Claire’s downtown paid-parking program took effect August 1, with generally paid afternoon and evening hours, kiosk and Passport app payment options, and a listed $15 expired-meter citation.
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Oshkosh City Center project moves into due diligence and public-feedback phase
Oshkosh’s proposed City Center purchase remains contingent on due diligence, with property reviews, tenant communications and public input continuing before the expected September 30 checkpoint.
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Madison Council to Consider Police Oversight Changes After Fatal Shooting
Madison alderpersons are scheduled to take final action Aug. 4 on proposed changes to police oversight reporting, administrative rules and access to police records.
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Wisconsin Judge Rules Paper Absentee Ballots Violate Rights of Some Disabled Voters
A Wisconsin judge found the paper absentee system denies some disabled voters a private, independent vote, but did not order electronic ballots yet.
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Racine voters face August 11 referendum on $2 million for 11 police positions
Racine voters will decide August 11 whether to authorize up to $2 million annually beyond the city’s levy limit for 11 additional police positions and violence-prevention work.
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Sheboygan drivers face overlapping road closures as summer work continues
The Erie Avenue/North 25th Street/Wilgus Road intersection was scheduled to reopen after August 3, but Erie Avenue and several other Sheboygan streets remain restricted as summer projects continue.