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A new Wisconsin Lottery scratch-off game gives players a chance to win season tickets for the 2026-2027 Packers season.  First Down Doubler, Packers Crossword, and Green Bay Packers scratch tickets will also offer instant cash prizes, but players can send in five-dollars worth of non-winning tickets to enter a drawing for four 2026-2027 season tickets.  Other drawing prizes include single game tickets and Packers Pro Shop gift cards.  The scratch-off tickets are on sale starting today.

Wildwood Zoo is excited to announce the arrival of a brand-new species to their collection — the Northern Bobwhite Quail (Colinus virginianus). This marks the first time the zoo has housed this delicate and charming native bird as they look toward increasing awareness about its unique role in Wisconsin’s natural heritage. A Brief History of the Northern Bobwhite in WisconsinOnce a familiar sound in Wisconsin’s southern grasslands and farmlands, the clear “bob-WHITE” call of the Northern Bobwhite Quail has become

During the summer months many of us cut the heat with a trip to the pool or lake, for this week’s Friday Feel Good we hit the beach and jump into the ocean for a rescue that will have you saying “oh, deer!” ….literally. Two lifeguards in Florida saved a deer that was struggling to swim out in the Atlantic Ocean.  They also claim that there were sharks in the area.  The lifeguards, Chase Hunter and Leo Peters, talked about the rescue

Additional charges are being filed against a Menomonie teen already charged in connection with a deadly Dunn County hit and run.  The body of 54-year-old Ann Seidl was found lying in a ditch along County Highway Y on March 29th of this year.  Authorities say that 17-year-old Addison Bowell was the driver of the vehicle that hit Seidl and failed to stop at the scene or contact emergency services.  Bowell had already been charged with homicide by intoxicated use of

Flags across the state will be flying at half-staff on Saturday.  Governor Tony Evers says it’s to honor David and Teri Pabst, the Middleton couple shot dead on July 7th by their son James.  Their services are being held the same day.  David served in the Wisconsin State Patrol for over 38 years, and Teri was a special education teacher at an elementary school.

A program aimed at eliminating homelessness in La Crosse is receiving a financial boost.  The Wisconsin Department of Justice is approving a 350-thousand dollar grant for the Pathways Home initiative.  The initiative’s goal is to achieve Functional Zero homelessness in La Crosse by 2029.  The grant funding would be used in part to cover the cost of additional staffing.

Onalaska residents will have the opportunity to enjoy a new art piece next week.  The city and the Onalaska Art Keepers group will unveil a new sculpture on Monday.  The piece, called “Calibration,” is described as a 15-foot tall stylized letter C.  Folks will see the piece standing in a park not far from Highway 35.

It’s that time of year again! JAM is underway and we’re soaking up the summer music scene locally. Of course, that means some traffic and patience as Eau Claire Police are advising folks of heavy traffic expected in the area near Clairemont Avenue and Highway T today and tomorrow.  Do you have your ‘fit planned and want to make sure Mother Nature will cooperate? Your boots shouldn’t get too muddy. CLICK HERE FOR YOUR FIRST ALERT FORECAST WITH WEAU 13

Law enforcement in Iowa County will provide updates on the disappearance of a 67-year-old Dodgeville woman tomorrow afternoon. Dorinda Segebrecht was last seen on Monday, and was reported missing the next day. Troopers in Nebraska spotted her car and arrested the driver, identified as 23-year-old Gavin Thompson, after a pursuit early yesterday morning. Investigators then found a deceased woman  in the back seat. Investigators say they’re waiting for the body to be positively identified to determine if it is Segebrecht.

Grant applications for projects that will improve resources for hunters are now open.  The Department of Natural Resources says the Hunter Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation Grant Program will distribute 75-thousand-dollars to this round of applicants.  Past grant recipients have used the money for archery range upgrades, 4-H sports programs, hunting expos, and hunting education programs.  Applications will be open on the DNR website through September 15.