Rachel Ryan

1 week ago | spectrumnews1.com | Rachel Ryan

WISCONSIN — For one day, it’s “Kwik Trip Day” across the state. The iconic Wisconsin gas station is celebrating its 60-year anniversary on June 16. To commemorate the day, Gov. Tony Evers issued a formal proclamation, making it “Kwik Trip Day.”Known for its Glazers Donuts, Kwik Trip, Inc. was founded on June 16, 1965 in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. The family-owned business has expanded over the years, becoming one of the nation’s largest privately owned convenience retail chains.

1 week ago | spectrumnews1.com | Rachel Ryan

WISCONSIN — Wearing a helmet correctly while riding a bicycle can prevent more than 85% of head injuries in the event of a crash, according to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DMV). The Helmet Hero program, run by Aspirus Health and Safe Kids Marathon County, is highlighting the importance of this as warmer weather brings more kids outdoors on bikes, scooters and more.

2 weeks ago | spectrumnews1.com | Rachel Ryan

MILWAUKEE — A new instructional audit of Milwaukee Public Schools finds that the current system of learning is “inconsistent” and “lacks a clear focus.” What You Need To Know A new instructional audit of Milwaukee Public Schools was released on Friday It was the second of two the Evers administration ordered after MPS failed to submit required annual financial audit reports to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) It focused on classroom and educator support, finding...

2 weeks ago | spectrumnews1.com | Rachel Ryan

MILWAUKEE — The Hoan Bridge’s east side, which hadn’t initially had lights, is now officially lit up. What You Need To KnowThe Hoan Bridge is now lit on the east side after only having the west side lit up for yearsIt follows months of planning, installation and testingThere was no public ceremony to celebrate the launch, but visitors can now see themLight the Hoan, the nonprofit dedicated to work on the bridge, announced on Friday that the lights facing the harbor side are now active.

2 weeks ago | spectrumnews1.com | Rachel Ryan

MILWAUKEE — After remediation work, LaFollette School is now clear from lead risk, allowing it to reopen, according to Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS).