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Wisconsin DNR issues air quality advisory for ozone pollution

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June 21, 2023

Wisconsin DNR issues air quality advisory for ozone pollution

EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) – With the kickoff to Summer comes an air quality from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.

A statewide code orange advisory is in effect from now until Friday night at 11 p.m. for ozone pollution, as opposed to the wildfire smoke seen just a week ago.

“We just decided to issue one long extended advisory just so that every one can be aware. I know it’s Summer, a lot of people are busy and a lot of people are outside,” said Craig Czarnecki, an air quality expert with the Wisconsin DNR.

Czarnecki said the heat combined with pollution from vehicles and other mobile sources are a main factor in ozone pollution, or smog.

He also said being upwind from major cities along Lake Michigan, like Chicago, contribute to the problem.

“Those pollutants react in the atmosphere with heat and sunlight. That reaction is what forms that ozone pollution,” said Czarnecki.

The advisory is for sensitive groups that include children, the elderly and those with heart, lung and other health conditions.

Dr. Indigo Brown, a family medicine doctor with Prevea, said it is still okay for kids to spend some time outside, but to keep a watchful eye on them.

“So, if you’re outside with your kids, you should pay attention when they start having issues with coughing, wheezing, runny nose. Some symptoms they didn’t have necessarily in the morning before they started playing outside,” said Dr. Brown.

For adults that have to spend time outside, Dr. Brown offers this advice.

“You can consider limited the amount of strenuous activity you’re doing. Limit the time you’re going to be outside, but also wearing a mask can limit the amount of particles you are inhaling,” said Dr. Brown.

“The general public is likely to be unaffected, but everybody is different. Some people could experience some symptoms,” said Czarnecki.

According to him, there has been 19 air quality advisories this year, 7 from fine particles and 12 for ozone pollution.

He also said the last time the Badger State had this many advisories for ozone pollution around this time was back in 2012, also due to the number of hot days.

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What channel is Wisconsin volleyball vs Nebraska on today? Time, TV, streaming, prediction, schedule, standings

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November 23, 2024

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What channel is Wisconsin volleyball vs Nebraska on today? Time, TV, streaming, prediction, schedule, standings

The Wisconsin vs Nebraska doubleheader ends with volleyball taking center stage Saturday night.

After the Badgers-Cornhuskers football teams do battle in the afternoon at Memorial Stadium, the highly ranked volleyball teams square off down the road on campus in Lincoln, Nebraska.

And it doesn’t get any bigger in women’s volleyball than Wisconsin and Nebraska. The Big Ten rivals and national powers will meet for a second time this season with a lot at stake.

Wisconsin (21-5, 15-2 Big Ten), ranked sixth in the most recent American Volleyball Coaches Association top 25 poll, will look to exact some revenge after Nebraska swept the Badgers earlier this month in Madison. It was Wisconsin’s first and only home loss of the season. A win will also keep the Badgers’ Big Ten title hopes alive.

Nebraska (27-1, 17-0) is on a march toward perfection in the Big Ten and another conference championship. The Cornhuskers, ranked No. 2 nationally, haven’t lost at home this season and are poised for a top seed again in the upcoming NCAA Tournament.

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Wisconsin volleyball vs Nebraska time today

Date: Saturday, Nov. 23
Time: 7 p.m.

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Wisconsin vs Nebraska volleyball prediction

As winners of its last six matches, Wisconsin has found its groove. The Badgers showed their fight in rallying for a wild five-set win over Minnesota earlier this week and before that gave Penn State its first Big Ten loss of the season last Saturday.

Can UW now give Nebraska its first conference loss? The Cornhuskers might just be too good in 2024 and will avoid the upset. Nebraska has won 24 straight matches since its lone defeat on Sept. 3, and with another victory it’ll get closer to a second straight Big Ten championship. Few Big Ten teams have even come close to beating Nebraska this season. The Cornhuskers have 13 sweeps in their 17 conference victories.

One of those 3-0 match wins came against Wisconsin three weeks ago. Kelly Sheffield’s team won’t be swept again, but the Cornhuskers will outlast the Badgers in a hard-fought five-set match before a sold-out crowd at the Bob Devaney Sports Center.

Wisconsin volleyball schedule

Wednesday, Nov. 27, 7:30 p.m. CT, vs. Ohio State
Saturday, Nov. 30, 8 p.m. CT, vs. Michigan State

After its showdown against Nebraska, the Badgers return home for their final two matches of the regular season. And Wisconsin will be the heavy favorite against both Ohio State and Michigan State, two teams well under .500 in the Big Ten. Fans will get to see seniors Carly Anderson, CC Crawford, Devyn Robinson, Sarah Franklin, Anna Smrek and Julia Orzol play at the UW Field House one last time before the NCAA Tournament.

Big Ten volleyball standings

Nebraska (27-1 overall, 17-0 Big Ten)
Penn State (26-2, 16-1)
Wisconsin (21-5, 15-2)
Purdue (22-6, 13-4)
Oregon (20-6, 12-5)
USC (19-8, 11-6)
Illinois (18-9, 10-7)
Minnesota (17-10, 10-7)
Washington (19-7, 9-7)
Michigan (17-11, 7-10)
UCLA (12-13, 6-10)
Indiana (12-14, 5-11)
Ohio State (12-14, 5-11)
Maryland (13-15, 4-13)
Michigan State (11-17, 4-13)
Iowa (10-19, 4-13)
Northwestern (5-20, 3-14)
Rutgers (5-23, 0-17)

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How much does a Thanksgiving meal cost in Wisconsin this year?

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November 23, 2024

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How much does a Thanksgiving meal cost in Wisconsin this year?

What will Wisconsin Thanksgiving dinner cost?

The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation said a traditional Thanksgiving meal will cost less this year than last.

MILWAUKEE – Some good news for Wisconsinites this year: According to the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation, the traditional Thanksgiving meal will cost 2% less than last year.

According to the WFBF’s survey, the price tag for a typical Thanksgiving meal in Wisconsin is $57.61 this year. The survey tabulated the total cost at $58.86 a year ago.

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That meal includes turkey, green beans, sweet potatoes, pumpkin pie and more.

For comparison, the American Farm Bureau Federation’s survey of the same items showed a 5% decrease from 2023 with prices nationally at $58.08 this year.

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Minnesota leading nation in voter turnout, with Wisconsin still counting votes

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16 hours ago

November 22, 2024

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Minnesota leading nation in voter turnout, with Wisconsin still counting votes

Wisconsin man accused of faking his death, and more headlines

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MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota will once again be one of the top states in the country for voter turnout.

The State Canvassing Board said 3,272,414 Minnesotans cast ballots in the 2024 general election, which is 76.41% of eligible voters in Minnesota.

According to the University of Florida, that’s the highest turnout rate in the country right now. Wisconsin, which is currently ranked second with a 76.37% turnout rate, is still working to certify its election results.

The turnout rate for Minnesota this election is slightly lower than the 2020 election, in which 79.96% of eligible voters in Minnesota voted.

On Thursday, the board certified the election results of contests for president, vice president, U.S. senate and the U.S. House of Representatives for Minnesota.

The board also approved plans for Monday’s recount in the race for Minnesota House District 14B and noted the publicly funded recount that took place Thursday in Scott County for House District 54A.

After all recounts are complete, the board will meet and certify the results of the two house races.

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