Living

Americans have been divided for much of our history. (See the election of 1800.) Today, with social media and tribal cable channels, it might appear a bit more acute.

It’s great news that our furry family members don’t seem to be susceptible to the virus. But, there are still things we need to do to take care of them, whether we’re sheltering in place or practicing social distancing.

As we collectively become one with our couches, we’re sharing our top suggestions for TV shows and movies set in other countries, including our top 3 you may not be familiar with.

A few weeks ago, I helped with my granddaughter’s nighttime routine. It always starts the same way: she selects four books from her impressive library, hops in my lap and follows my narration.

Oxford, Mississippi, is home to The Grove, the spiritual home of American tailgating. Athens, Georgia, houses 80 bars in a single square mile and quadruples in population on game day.

It’s not often that we immortalize a fictional character in bronze, but if anyone deserved a statue, it’s Arthur Fonzarelli.

Waking up outside with feeling in your fingers is a rare feeling in Wisconsin. With temperatures dropping next month, where should you plan your final warm summer camping trip?

Back in April, we implored you to remove your snow tires ASAP to protect their sensitive tread from dry roads. With colder weather approaching, it’s already time to break them back out.

Performing hands-only CPR to the beat of “Baby Shark” is the perfect way to help save a life. The song is the right speed for chest compressions.

On Father’s Day, the Milwaukee Mile hosted its first professional race after a five-year hiatus. The Mile continues to be the oldest-operating motor speedway in the world.

Visit the Capitol this month and you’ll spot a rainbow under the state and national flags.

Wisconsin’s most popular Airbnb comes with a big name and a bit of a bargain. Frank Lloyd Wright published plans for his “Dream House” in a 1938 issue of Life magazine, and thankfully for us, eventually brought his concept to life.

The Madison Fire Department suffered a devastating loss in June. During the half-Ironman race on June 9, 38-year-old firefighter Todd Mahoney was found unresponsive.

The snow has melted, and the roads are finally dry. If you haven’t removed your winter tires, here’s why doing so ASAP will save you big money.

Sometimes the best medicine is snuggles from your fur baby. But what do you do if your pet has an incurable disease? Here are some tips to allow you both to live your best lives.

Occasionally making yourself inaccessible is essential to boosting focus. A survey found that always being reachable – checking emails during off days, scrolling through social media, responding to texts 24/7 – is associated with higher stress levels. This is known as “continuous partial attention,” a state of alertness largely driven by FOMO.

For the first time since 2011, the Badgers are national champions. To further sweeten the victory, the members of the UW-Madison team beat out their archrivals, Minnesota. Sweeter still, they didn’t even let them score.

Dairyland is also a haven for manufacturing, and each year since 1988, the Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year Awards have honored companies excelling in culture, innovation and giving back to their communities.

Last Monday, Sara Meaney, Governor Evers’ nominee to lead the Department of Tourism, issued a challenge to Wisconsinites. Before zipping off to some exotic foreign locale, visit one place in Wisconsin you’ve never explored.

Here are our favorite apps to make travel easier, more affordable and more fun.

Parents across America continue to worry about the apps their children and teens download. Here are two apps that can give parents peace of mind.

Do you want to be a better listener? Here is an advanced practice drill. Listen to someone you really disagree with. It should not be a challenge to find someone in today’s political climate.

When I was four and just becoming aware of people outside my family, I began noticing our wide variety of shapes, sizes and colors.

Maybe you love the idea of flying down the slopes but haven’t mastered skiing or snowboarding. No experience or skill is needed to become an expert tuber. What better place to tube to your heart’s delight than at Sunburst Winter Sports Park, home of the largest tubing park in the world?

According to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, there are 20,000 motor vehicle crashes each winter in Wisconsin. Stay safe by learning to correct your slides.

Hoist a pint at one of the several breweries in Door County.

When my husband recently traveled to wintry climes, he kept warm with a neck warmer and gloves from Heat Holders, while I kept my feet toasty at home with their thick, cushiony socks. I purchased the gloves and hat for when I go outside.

Winter is no longer coming; it’s here. To stay on the road (literally), don’t fall for one of these winter driving myths.

With snow blanketing the state nearly half the year, you wouldn’t think of Wisconsin as the home of smoking tires. And yet, America’s Dairyland hides several places to see and experience serious speed.

As many do this time of year, The Wisconsin 100 team is reflecting on the past year. From our inaugural issue in January focused on debuts to our Thankful Issue in November, we have enjoyed chronicling life and business around the state.