Low-price, high-end fare at Kendall College
To Debbie Schwalenberg of New Holstein, it was a final exam. To me, it was an unusual, scrumptious and good-looking meal. Eating someone else’s homework […]
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Kohler offers free, three-hour factory tours
When I met Lowell Kappers in 2005, he was 69, had worked at Kohler Co. for 44 years and had yet to truly retire. That […]
Cheap but satisfying thrills in Madison
While you’re thinking deep thoughts, the rest of us are chattering about the little things that astound, arouse and annoy us. We linger at the […]
Find big-time bargains at the company stores
As the economy wobbles, latching onto a good deal becomes more a matter of necessity than sport. More of us clip coupons, shop at Savers […]
American Girl Place thoughtful, excessive
Here are three little secrets: I pay $16 for a haircut, $20 if you include the tip. I rarely shop anything but sales racks and […]
First lady opens gov’s house for the holidays
Children seem to adore the state’s first lady, Jessica Doyle, especially when they’re renewing their acquaintance with her. Jessica often visits classrooms around Wisconsin, so […]
B&B operators are busting stereotypes
The classic bed and breakfast inn – a lovely, looming Victorian house with antiques and lace in abundance – is becoming a smaller slice of […]
Speckled Hen innkeeper wins B&B cook-off
Gotta love those Thanksgiving leftovers. Turkey soups, pot pies and casseroles stretch one bird into many meals. Thanks to the Wisconsin Bed and Breakfast Association, […]
Quilt barns, exhibits, small-group retreat sites
Kelly Ryan of Minneapolis and Marilyn Zilic of Madison don’t know each other, but they have something big in common: a penchant for small-group retreats. […]
Size up these five girlfriend getaways
“Two women friends and I want to do a weekend getaway in the next few weeks,” the note began. “Our wish list (though we can […]
Ethnic beauty diverse at Holiday Folk Fair
A volatile presidential election – with the potential to deepen our differences – is history. Now comes the task of mending and strengthening ourselves as […]
Floods challenge state historic site resilience
Mary Cary is proof that new careers can take hold late in life. She is 87 and has been working at the Wade House in […]