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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Walworth County Fair exhibitor finds housing for her dairy cows after storm damage Kate Lewis recently allowed Walworth County Fair exhibitor Rebecca Konkel to house her cows at her farmette iin Walworth, after areas of Konke…
Fairest of the Fair 60th Reunion scheduled for Sept. 6 The Walworth County Fairest of the Fair 60th Reunion will be held from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 6 at the Wiswell Center located on…
Gage Marine featured in 'Uniquely Wisconsin' series The documentary was released on Discover Wisconsin streaming platforms and YouTube on Sept. 1.Â
