• Former Wisconsin forward Aleksas Bieliauskas has committed to South Carolina.
• Bieliauskas averaged 4.9 points and 4.4 rebounds as a freshman for the Badgers.
• South Carolina’s head coach, Lamont Paris, is a former Wisconsin assistant coach.

MADISON – One of Wisconsin men’s basketball’s departing transfers is headed to an SEC program with some connections to the Badgers.

Ex-UW forward Aleksas Bieliauskas has committed to South Carolina, he announced on April 17.

Bieliauskas left the Badgers after appearing in all 35 games as a freshman and making 28 starts. He averaged 4.9 points and 4.4 points in 20.2 minutes, and highlights of his freshman year included his five 3-pointers in UW’s upset over eventual national champion Michigan.

He’ll join a program with plenty of Wisconsin ties. South Carolina head coach Lamont Paris was an assistant coach at Wisconsin from 2010-17 on Bo Ryan and Greg Gard’s staffs. South Carolina assistant coach Tanner Bronson and director of video services Roman DiPasquale also are UW alumni.

Bieliauskas is the second of UW’s four departing transfers to commit to a new school. Reserve forward Jack Robison committed to North Dakota State on April 15. Starting guard John Blackwell and reserve forward Riccardo Greppi have not announced their next schools yet.

There are several events happening across the area this weekend, including festivals, sports, and art exhibits.

Art in Bloom transforms the Milwaukee Art Museum with floral installations inspired by artwork in the museum. The annual event runs through Sunday, and timed tickets are needed.

It is the opening weekend of the 18th annual Milwaukee Film Festival. Screenings are taking place at the Downer and Oriental theaters. Several local films are being screened along with national and international films.

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Wisconsin Weekend in a Minute

Wee Whiskey Fest returns to Lake Geneva with a full weekend of tastings, entertainment, and events. Saturday’s Grand Tasting features more than 150 premium bourbons and whiskies, with more festivities happening all weekend long.

At the Milwaukee Admirals game tonight, it is Fair Deal Friday. Fans who grab an Admirals ticket will get a free Fair ticket. It is also Fan Appreciation Night with plenty of giveaways, and the first 2,500 fans will get a one-of-a-kind Admirals and Brewers t-shirt.

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(WLUK) — Many roads remain closed as Northeast Wisconsin continues to deal with the effects of heavy rain and flooding.

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation released this list of road closures Thursday for state highways in the area:

Highway 147 is closed at Church Street in Mishicot due to flooding.

• A detour route is posted using County V, WIS 42 and County VV.

Highway 54 is closed in both directions from near N. Maple Street/Highway 47 in Black Creek to Hooyman Road/County M west of Shiocton due to flooding on roadway.

• Alternate route for southbound: Take Highway 47 to County S to County M.
• Reverse for northbound.

Highway 76 is closed in both directions from East Avenue in Shiocton to Oak Crest Drive in Stephensville due to flooding on roadway.

• No detour is available with all other county roadways flooded in this area as well. Planned to be closed indefinitely.

Highway 76 is closed in both directions from County D in Bear Creek to Highway 54 in Shiocton because of flooding on roadway.

• No detour is available with all other county roadways flooded in this area as well. Planned to be closed indefinitely.

Highway 54 is closed in both directions from Gorges Road in Northport to Jeanne Street in New London due to flooding on roadway. NOTE: Highway 45 north and south of New London is closed for an ongoing construction project.

• Alternate Route for eastbound traffic: Traffic will exit Highway 54 at Highway 110/22, north on Highway 110/22 to County BB, east on County BB to County B, north on County B to Highway 22, east on Highway 22 to US 45, north on US 45 to Highway 22, North on Highway 22 to Highway 156, East on Highway 156 to Highway 47, south on Highway 47 back to Highway 54.
• Reverse for westbound.

Highway 187 from Highway 156 in Shawano County to Highway 54 in Outagamie County is closed in both directions due to flooding.

• Alternate route for southbound: Highway 156 to Highway 47 to Highway 54.
• Reverse for northbound.

Highway 110 is closed in both directions south of Manawa from County B in Manawa to County BB due to flooding on roadway.

• Alternate route for northbound: Northbound traffic will exit WIS 110 at County BB, east on County BB to County B, north on County B back to Highway 110.
• Reverse for southbound.

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The DOT also gave these tips for safe driving during flood conditions:

• Please make sure you have the flooding tab clicked on the 511 map to view all locations of flooding.
• Never attempt to cross a water-covered road. Just 12 inches of moving water can sweep a vehicle off the road.
• Do not ignore barricades or road closure signs.

Flash flooding can occur suddenly anywhere in the area.

• Always check current road conditions before traveling:
• Visit the 511 Wisconsin website for the latest weather and road alerts.
• Motorists should plan extra time for travel, use designated alternate routes, and exercise extreme caution in low-lying areas. Conditions may change rapidly.
• For the latest updates, monitor the 511 Wisconsin website. Stay safe and drive smart when in doubt, turn around and find another way.
• For real-time information, please check the 511 Wisconsin website or call 511.