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Wisconsin confirms first West Nile virus case in Barron County for 2025

By The Sconi | Aug 2, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has confirmed the first West Nile virus activity in the state for 2025.

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Wisconsin: Veterinary companies were the least FDA inspected companies in Wisconsin in July

By A. H. Sloan | Aug 1, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Veterinary company from Wisconsin in July.

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Average VA IRRRL loan amount in Wisconsin declines from Q4 FY2024 to Q1 FY2025

By The Sconi | Aug 1, 2025

The average VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan (IRRRL) amount in Wisconsin during the first quarter of fiscal year 2025 was $307,289, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Wisconsin Lottery announces launch of statewide 50/50 raffle

By The Sconi | Jul 31, 2025

The Wisconsin Lottery will introduce a new raffle game, the Wisconsin 50/50 Raffle, which will run from August 1 to September 1, 2025.

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Rep. Tiffany: 'Too often, universities exploit an H-1B visa loophole to hire unlimited foreign workers'

By The Sconi | Jul 30, 2025

Tom Tiffany, Representative of Wisconsin, announced his newly introduced bill intended to address H-1B visa loopholes used by universities and prioritize American workers for jobs.

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WISN-Milwaukee host: Judge overseeing Kilmar Abrego Garcia case 'is stepping on clear State Dept authority'

By The Sconi | Jul 30, 2025

Jay Weber, a talk show host of WISN-Milwaukee, said that a federal judge's order preventing the deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia undermines clear State Department authority.

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Aspirus Wisconsin Rapids honored for excellence in wound care

By The Sconi | Jul 30, 2025

Aspirus Wisconsin Rapids Hospital has been recognized with the Distinction Award for Excellence in Wound Care.

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Aspirus Health Foundation reports over $250K in grants for Portage County healthcare

By The Sconi | Jul 30, 2025

Over the past year, Aspirus Health Foundation has distributed grants exceeding $250,000 in the Stevens Point/Plover area.

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Badger 5 player wins $116K; third big jackpot at Portage retailer

By The Sconi | Jul 30, 2025

A Badger 5 jackpot ticket worth $116,000 was sold at the Kwik Trip located at 2970 New Pinery Rd. in Portage for the July 29, 2025, drawing.

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Illinois man sentenced for $1.6 million investment fraud scheme

By The Sconi | Jul 30, 2025

Richard G. Frohling, Acting United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin, announced that Ronald Pallek, a 55-year-old from McHenry, Illinois, has been sentenced to 48 months in prison.

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Chippewa Falls man receives decade-long sentence for methamphetamine trafficking

By The Sconi | Jul 30, 2025

Jason Barnard, a 39-year-old resident of Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for possessing over 500 grams of methamphetamine with intent to distribute.

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Aspirus Stanley Hospital funds SEL program at Greenwood Elementary

By The Sconi | Jul 30, 2025

Stanley, Wis. - Aspirus Stanley Hospital has announced its support for Greenwood Elementary School's social-emotional learning (SEL) initiatives through a $5,000 Community Health Improvement Grant.

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VA provides 1,847 home loans in Wisconsin totaling $583.7 million in Q1

By The Sconi | Jul 29, 2025

The U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) issued 1,847 home loans totaling $583.7 million in Wisconsin during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Wisconsin man pleads guilty to illegally exporting scientific equipment to Russia

By The Sconi | Jul 29, 2025

A Madison business owner has pleaded guilty to federal charges involving the illegal export of scientific equipment to Russia, violating U.S. export control laws.

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FOIA request sent to Jackson County Sheriff's Department regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025

By The Sconi | Jul 29, 2025

FOIA Request to Jackson County Sheriff's Department regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.

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FOIA request sent to Washington County Sheriff's Department regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025

By The Sconi | Jul 29, 2025

FOIA Request to Washington County Sheriff's Department regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.

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FOIA request sent to Eau Claire County Sheriff's Department regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025

By The Sconi | Jul 29, 2025

FOIA Request to Eau Claire County Sheriff's Department regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.

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Winning Powerball ticket worth $50K sold at Trevor Mini Mart BP

By The Sconi | Jul 29, 2025

A Powerball ticket worth $50,000 was sold at Trevor Mini Mart BP in Trevor, Wisconsin for the July 28, 2025 drawing.

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FOIA request sent to Vilas County Sheriff's Department regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025

By The Sconi | Jul 29, 2025

FOIA Request to Vilas County Sheriff's Department regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.

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FOIA request sent to Monroe County Sheriff's Department regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025

By The Sconi | Jul 29, 2025

FOIA Request to Monroe County Sheriff's Department regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.