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USDA Puts Restrictions on Dairy Checkoff Spending
The USDA is halting all dairy checkoff funding for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) projects, including greenhouse-gas and net-zero initiatives. Secretary Brook Rollins says the restrictions will return research and promotion programs to their core mission of expanding…
Protecting Skin From UV Exposure Reduces Safety Hazard
The Skin Cancer Foundation, a leader in skin cancer public health education and advocacy, and AgriSafe, a nonprofit organization dedicated to keeping agricultural workers healthy and safe, urge outdoor workers to practice sun safety and early skin cancer detection during National…
Concealed Firearm Arrest
Aldi Road Construction Update - Hwy M Closure & Detour
Road Closure Dates Updated: A portion of Hwy M (near the future Aldi site) will be closed to traffic from Tuesday, October 6 through Friday, October 9.
Wisconsin Livestock Sales: Beef Steady, Hogs & Lambs Lower
Wisconsin cattle prices held steady this week, while hog and lamb markets trended lower. USDA & Export Reports Last week’s Cattle on Feed report proved bullish overall. Feedlots with over 1,000 head held 11.16 million cattle. While this marks a 0.7% increase from last September,…
City of Sun Prairie Receives 2026 Dane County Climate Champion Award
For a sixth year in a row, the City of Sun Prairie has been recognized as a Climate Champion.
City of Sun Prairie to Host 7th Annual Multicultural Fair on Saturday, 9/26
The City of Sun Prairie is excited to host its annual Multicultural Fair on Saturday, September 26, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Sun Prairie Public Library, 1350 Linnerud Drive.
City of Sun Prairie to End Flock Safety Contracts
The Sun Prairie Police Department announced that the City will not renew its existing contracts with Flock Safety. Six current Flock cameras are scheduled to expire on December 31, 2026, with the remaining three cameras expiring on March 31, 2027.
Sun Prairie Historical Museum Announces New Fall Public Hours
The Sun Prairie Historical Museum is pleased to announce new regular public hours beginning Tuesday, September 8, providing the community with more opportunities to visit the Museum and explore its exhibits, collections, and stories of Sun Prairie’s past.
Breaking the Silence: Prioritizing Farmer Mental Health
Sponsored by Rural Mutual Insurance Featuring Guest Insights from Dorothy Harms, Co-Founder of the Farmer Angel Network The mantra around farm safety usually focuses on the physical hazards. The machinery, buildings, storage facilities, unpredictable animals or they physical toll…
Second Year Of Prime Rib Trail Features New Stops
After a successful first year, the Wisconsin Beef Council, in partnership with Gather Wisconsin, is bringing back the Wisconsin Prime Rib Trail, inviting beef lovers to hit the road and discover classic Prime Rib at 16 new restaurants and supper clubs across the state. The Prime…