AMERICA 250 | WISCONSIN ORIGINALS Wisconsin Originals: From pole buildings to 300 stores, Menards a story of success From the America 250 series Rachel Mergen Jun 16, 2026 Jun 16, 2026 Updated Aug 1, 2026 Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're recognizing Wisconsinites who have made unique contributions to the nation.k9C ^mkAmy@9? |6?2C5 yC] :D E96 7@F?56C @7 t2F r=2:C6\32D65 9@>6 :>AC@G6>6?E C6E2:=6C |6?2C5D]k^AmkAm|6?2C5 3682? H@C<:?8 @? 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Lake Geneva wins second annual putting competition; winnings donated to storm victims The donation was matched by Alder Joel Hoiland and by Todd Birkholz of Lake Geneva Laundry.
Plan Commission OKs permit for renovation of Main Street building Coulter Crossings LLC of Williams Bay wants to renovate the building as part of Project Cursive.
Personnel Committee approves changes to conduct policy for elected officials The changes still must be approved by the full City Council.
Adams Electric in Elkhorn selected as a 2026 Future 50 company The award recognizes fast-growing, privately owned companies in southeastern Wisconsin.
Lake Geneva approves permit for proposed supper club Members of the Lake Geneva City Council approved a conditional use permit application on July 13 to allow David Scotney to construct and opera…
