By Karen Stokes Girl Scouts have evolved more than ever before. As girls' needs today have changed, the Girl Scouts of Southeastern Wisconsin are doing their part to address them. This year, the … Read Full Article
Hidden in Plain Sight: Government Funding Bill Threatens Wisconsin’s Hemp Industry
LaKeshia N. Myers While most Americans were focused on ending the longest government shutdown in our nation’s history, Congress slipped a provision into the funding bill that could devastate Wisconsin’s burgeoning hemp industry. The devil, as they … Read Full Article
The Link Between Social Work and Sport: “From Individual Wellbeing to Systemic Impact”
Kweku's Korner By Lisa Bonta Sumii, LCSW, CMPC Growing up, there was a lot of messaging and images in the media that assumed social workers only help children or families in crisis. There’s a stereotype that social workers simply give advice … Read Full Article
‘Something to Look Forward to’: MPS High Schoolers Say New Salad Option a Step Up From Hot Lunch
By Alex Klaus This story was originally published by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service, where you can find other stories reporting on fifteen city neighborhoods in Milwaukee. Visit milwaukeenns.org. Perry Perkins wasn’t expecting much when he … Read Full Article
Opening Pandora’s Box: Cigar Bar Bill Puts our Health at Great Risk
By Pastor Teresa Thomas Boyd My name is Pastor Teresa Thomas Boyd and I serve as the Senior Pastor at Matters of the Heart Ministry in Milwaukee Wisconsin. I also serve as the Faith-based Coordinator for the Wisconsin African American Tobacco … Read Full Article
Feeling lonely? Appleton’s Community Living Room Offers an Antidote to Isolation
Karen Iverson Riggers and Lynn McLaughlin created a ‘place to just be’ staffed with people trained in emotional CPR. Community leaders across the state want to replicate their approach. Here’s what it will take. By Miranda Dunlap Wisconsin … Read Full Article
The Bucks have a 7-5 Record at the Beginning of the 2025-2026 Season
By Charles Collier The Bucks have had an underwhelming beginning to the 2025-26 NBA season, highlighted by a loss to the Charlotte Hornets on November 12, 2025. It was the Hornets’ first win in 10 days. Bucks’ superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo was … Read Full Article
What You Should Know Before Going Into Firefighting
Understand the essential skills, physical demands, training requirements, and the critical role of equipment maintenance before starting a firefighting career. Firefighting is one of the most demanding professions, requiring physical strength, … Read Full Article
5 Ways You Can Enhance Your Brand’s Appeal by Going Green
Discover five ways you can enhance your brand’s appeal by going green. Learn how sustainable practices can boost customer loyalty and strengthen your business. Adopting sustainable practices is more than just an ethical choice; it is a powerful … Read Full Article
Get Moving. Medicare Enrollment Ends December 7
Compare your options now at Medicare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE … Read Full Article
21 Means 21 No Matter What
We always check IDs because it's illegal to sell tobacco to anyone under 21. dhs.wi.gov/tobacco21 … Read Full Article
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WNOV 860AM 106.5FM The Voice https://youtube.com/@wnovthevoice https://facebook.com/860wnov … Read Full Article
Families Struggle as SNAP Funds Run Dry Amid Nation’s Longest Government Shutdown
By Karen Stokes Millions of families nationwide saw their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits run out this past weekend, leaving many families, including children, seniors, and people with disabilities, struggling. The … Read Full Article
Milwaukee County Launches Lead Remediation Program to Reduce Lead-Based Paint Hazards in Homes in Suburban Communities
WAUWATOSA, WI— On November 5th, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley, along with the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Housing Services, launched a new Lead Abatement Program to reduce lead-based paint hazards in owner-occupied homes … Read Full Article