Hoofbeat Music Festival Announces 2025 Lineup
Get ready to kick up some dust because Hoofbeat (formerly Country Fest) is galloping in for its first-ever year under the new name, and it’s bringing a star-studded lineup to make sure 2025 is unforgettable! From June 26-28th, Cadott, Wisconsin, will come alive with the best in country music, bull riding, and all-out fun. The…
Read MoreEnjoying Every Stage
When your kids are babies you always hear “I miss the baby stage.” When they are toddlers people say “you just have to get through the terrible twos.” When they are young kids people say “wait until they are teenagers.” People just never seem to be happy with whatever stage their kids are in. Here’s…
Read MoreSuper Foods Brownie/Ember And Bean Roasting Co
Here’s another hidden gem from the furthest reaches of the 715 (practically on the border on the St. Croix River). By hidden, I mean so in a literal sense. My wife and I were on our way back from the Twin Cities and decided to try local coffee (as we are wont to do). I…
Read MoreKick Start Spooky Season with These Festive Events in the Chippewa Valley
As the leaves turn and the air gets crisper, it’s time to dive into the spooky season! From family-friendly adventures to thrilling haunted trails, there’s something for everyone to do this October. Here’s a roundup of exciting local events to kick off Halloween with a blend of autumn fun and Halloween scares. Field of Screams…
Read MoreBack To Basics Beauty Series: To Air Dry or Blow Dry + Product Recommendations
Hey everyone, I’m Meg Ann Lee and I am back with another installment of my “back-to-basics” beauty series. This week, we are discussing if you should blow dry or air dry your hair. Seems simple but the answer is different for everyone based on their hair texture and their hair styling goals. As a hair…
Read MoreApple Recipes for Fall
It’s apple orchard season and bringing kids to pick apples is always a blast. I don’t know about you, but I know we always go crazy with it and end up with more apples than we can eat. Here’s some simple apple recipes to use up your apples this season. Apple Sauce Kids love applesauce.…
Read MoreLegend/Roadside Ice Cream & Diner
I needed to have that dessert again. The time of year was making it happen: the transition from summer to autumn, the beginning of college football…and a cherry Blizzard I had on the way back from the first college football game I covered for my college radio station. This was early September of 1997, on…
Read MoreBack to Basics Beauty Series:Â Understanding Your Hair Structure, How Damage Happens, and How You Can Protect Your Hair + GIVEAWAY
As a hairstylist, I often get asked about the science behind hair health and how to keep hair looking shiny and smooth while using heat. The question “How can I keep my hair healthy while using hot tools?” came up during my back-to-basics beauty research. This is probably one of the biggest topics in the…
Read MoreYour Guide to Wisconsin’s Best Oktoberfest Events
Oktoberfest originated in Munich, Germany, in 1810, as a celebration of the marriage between Crown Prince Ludwig and Princess Therese of Saxony-Hildburghausen. The public was invited to partake in festivities, which included horse races and food. The tradition continued annually, evolving into a global celebration of Bavarian culture, beer, and community. Today, Oktoberfest events worldwide…
Read MoreGulab Jamun/Mango Indian
I love me some donut holes; I remember my dad getting them when I was a kid. Really, anything fried and doughy in a round shape, and I’m good to go. This becomes all the more interesting when you break out of the typical realm of deep-fried dough — how about a variation from southern…
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