Wisconsin State Journal

The Wisconsin State Journal is a daily publication located in Madison, Wisconsin, and is owned by Lee Enterprises. It is the second largest newspaper in the state of Wisconsin, serving a 19-county area in the south-central part of the state. As of July 2012, the average circulation on weekdays was 83,000 copies, while on Sundays, it reached about 118,000 copies.

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Cajun restaurant on East Side closing once remaining food, equipment sells

20 hours ago | madison.com | Samara Kalk Derby

Rue Bourre, a mainly takeout Cajun restaurant on Madison's East Side, is closing when its inventory gets sold, likely Friday or Saturday, its owner said. Bekah Nethken-Ulrich, who's 28 weeks pregnant with her second child, said she's had complications with her pregnancy that's hastened the closing of her restaurant at 4692 Cottage Grove Road. "She's wreaking havoc on my body, just like, straight up," Nethken-Ulrich said about the baby she's carrying.
Wisconsin coach maxes out bonuses available after winning award, championships

1 day ago | madison.com | Todd D. Milewski

The bonuses Mark Johnson earned for another championship season coaching the University of Wisconsin women's hockey team totaled more than double the salary he earned when he first started leading the team. Johnson took home more than $168,000 in bonuses for winning league and national championships and the national coach of the year award in the 2024-25 season. Badgers coaches qualify for awards based on team accomplishments and coaching honors, but Johnson has extra written into his contract.
Bergstrom Cadillac of Madison to unveil newly renovated dealership

1 day ago | madison.com | Barry Adams

The state's largest Cadillac dealership is celebrating a major renovation. Bergstrom Cadillac of Madison's project, which forced the dealership to work out of a neighboring building, included the construction of a new service area, showroom, guest lounge and offices. The campus at 1200 Applegate Road, near the intersection of the Beltline and Fish Hatchery Road, also sells Chevrolets and used vehicles and has a body shop.
Don't have a garage? You can charge your electrical vehicle at these 5 new locations

1 day ago | madison.com | Gayle Worland

Five new pole-mounted EV charging stations were unveiled in Madison on Tuesday to allow electric vehicle owners who don't have a garage or parking space a spot to charge their cars. Madison Gas and Electric and the City of Madison announced five new pole-mounted EV chargers, expanding MGE’s public charging network to 57 chargers. The new curbside chargers are attached to existing MGE utility poles and can be used for a fee.
Photos: Bridges help create connection for recreational trails in Sauk and Dane counties

1 day ago | madison.com | Barry Adams

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Duluth airport director new choice to lead Dane County Regional Airport

2 days ago | madison.com | Audrey Korte

The new director of the Dane County Regional Airport has more than 20 years’ experience working at airports around the country, most recently in Duluth, Minnesota, and is returning to the airport where he interned in 2013. Mark Papko is set to be approved by the Airport Commission on Wednesday. He replaces Kim Jones, who retired last month after an internal investigation raised questions about her performance. She assumed the post in 2018.
Wisconsin River recreational bridges promise vital connections, will spur tourism

2 days ago | madison.com | Barry Adams

SAUK CITY — As Alex DeSmidt walked on a sand barren that in the coming weeks will become prime habitat for nesting turtles, it became easy to envision the future for this segment of the Wisconsin River. The Dane County Parks planning manager, an avid angler who appreciates the smallmouth bass that feed in the water adjacent to the sandy and rock-strewn riverbanks, was also looking up at a more than 100-year-old steel-truss railroad bridge.
American Airlines adds daily nonstop flight to LaGuardia in New York from Madison

2 days ago | madison.com | Barry Adams

There will soon be three daily, nonstop flights from Madison to New York City. The Dane County Regional Airport announced Monday that American Airlines will launch a daily nonstop flight to LaGuardia Airport starting Sept. 3. The service complements two other daily nonstop flights offered by Delta Airlines to the city. Departure times were not disclosed.
Mendota County Park closed for the summer to make way for multi-million-dollar upgrade

2 days ago | madison.com | Audrey Korte

Mendota County Park on the northwest corner of Lake Mendota has been closed for the summer while crews install a new shelter and playground and make improvements to the beach, restrooms, boat launch and campground. The park, located off Highway M in the town of Westport will stay closed until construction is complete in late September, according to the Dane County Land and Water Resources Department.
Beer Baron: The death of craft brewing has been greatly exaggerated

2 days ago | madison.com | Chris Drosner

I closed my 2024 wrap-up column five months ago with a not-that-rosy outlook for the brewing industry. Several breweries had closed at the end of the year, and I wrote that I expected more in January. Since that writing — and, I must say, it’s good to be back! — one egg after another has plopped onto my face. The Wisconsin industry has had a fantastic run of good news that I certainly did not expect: openings, expansions and additional locations.