We’re taking to the road to find some of our favorite places and quirkiest stories around the state.
Natural Bridge State Park is a good hike for humans, dogs alike in Wisconsin
Wisconsin State Parks are full of wonders -- for human visitors, and for their dogs, as well. WPR's Anya van Wagtendonk ...
Door County a dream for Wisconsin stargazing with theater under the stars, Dark Sky park
It’s the first day of summer and WPR’s Wisconsin Road Trip series is highlighting the best stargazing spots across the ...
The scoop on blue moon: How Wisconsin grew to love the nostalgic ice cream flavor
Blue moon ice cream is a staple at roadside shops throughout the Upper Midwest. But where did this Smurf-colored treat come ...
Viroqua’s Driftless Books & Music is part of Wisconsin’s growing indie bookstore scene
Even in our era of two-day shipping and instant downloads, many booksellers are finding that readers still want the connection ...
Ashland motorcyclist earns Guinness World Record after global journey
Growing up on a Northern Wisconsin farm, Bridget McCutchen felt freedom. “I like to joke I was raised in a ...
Martial Arts Elvis: When the King broke up a fight in Madison
Throughout his career, Elvis Presley mastered so many talents. He was a musician, actor, dancer and — of course — ...
Quirky Lake Hallie and the author who said so
Wisconsin is home to more than 15,000 lakes. But one lake in particular captivates writer Patti See. She thinks the ...
Harry Houdini and his unbreakable chain to Appleton
Harry Houdini was a master of illusion. Appleton officials have paid tribute to his talents with a museum exhibit and ...
The circus, clowns and calliopes: A day at Baraboo’s Big Top Parade
A little bit of rain never stopped a show that must go on. Historic wagons, clowns, horses and marching bands ...
‘Lessons Learned’: Reminiscing on childhood adventures of fishing with friends
It’s hard to forget those first tastes of independence as a child, when you embark on adventures with your friends ...
The Wisconsin e-Pilgrims: Finding community during the eclipse
It’s been a few weeks since the solar eclipse captivated many of us. Some Wisconsinites, like WPR’s Norman Gilliland, traveled ...
Preserving collections and saving cats: Inside Redner’s Rescued Cat Figurine Mewseum
Cats are special companions to many people, including Shawn and Hilary Redner. The couple love cats so much they created ...
Get lost: A motorcyclist’s guide to adventure
There’s the old saying “Not all who wander are lost.” This is certainly a motto that writer Ron Davis of ...
Oldest Lionel Railroad Club chugs along in New Berlin
The oldest Lionel Railroad Club in the world is tucked inside a suburban commercial building in New Berlin, outside Milwaukee. ...
Not the same old dance: An ode to driving stick shift
Some people get really passionate about taking sides on everyday things that make our lives a little sweeter. Coke vs. ...