Meet Firefighter/EMT Zander Hartung
I am currently assigned to Station 7 (McKenna Blvd.) on the ‘C’ shift. I was looking for a career centered around teamwork and helping others, and where no two days are the same. The fire service has been a perfect fit, and I feel fortunate to be a part of the MFD team and to have the opportunity to serve the Madison...
December 28 – Kelly Sheffield was hired to coach UW-Madison’s Volleyball team
MADISON, Wis. — On this day, December 28, 2012, Kelly Sheffield was hired as Wisconsin’s head volleyball coach, instantly propelling the program into one of the best in the country. The Badgers had been coached by Pete Waite for the previous 13 years, and the program had been...
New Wisconsin offensive line coach has come out swinging on the recruiting trail
New Wisconsin offensive line coach Eric Mateos has offered at least two five-star prospects since joining the Badgers.
Hazardous travel expected in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. -- Driving in Madison will be difficult Sunday night heading into Monday morning, as rain will transition to snow and winds over 25 mph is expected.
Back to back visits to start new year for four star forward
As a veritable walking double double possessing a refined skill set as a shooter with a growing passing arsenal, Class of 2027 four-star forward Donovan Davis is one of the top Midwest recruits. At Freedom High School (WI), Davis has been firmly entrenched as the focal point and a constant...
Madison, WI Weather: Winter Snow and 50+ MPH Winds Sunday Night
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Madison, Wisconsin – Snow and powerful winds are set to hit southern Wisconsin Sunday night, creating hazardous travel conditions into the Monday morning commute as a Winter Weather Advisory goes into...
The Wisconsin Supper Club Still Doing Friday Fish Frys the Right Way
Step inside Toby’s Supper Club in Madison and you feel the Friday fish fry heartbeat right away. Neon glow, clinking ice, and a line that proves locals know where dinner still tastes like tradition. You are here for crisp cod, perch, potato pancakes, and a rye slice that feels like home. Stay a little longer, because...
Mount Horeb music students depart to perform in London after yearlong prep
MOUNT HOREB, Wis. (WMTV) - More than 200 Mount Horeb High School students are heading overseas to perform in London’s New Year’s Day Parade, marking months of preparation and a long-standing tradition within the district’s music programs. The group includes students from band, choir and orchestra, with...
Delta Air Lines launches nonstop service from Madison to Boston
MADISON, Wis. -- Dane County Regional Airport announced on Saturday Delta Air Lines is launching new nonstop service between Madison and Boston, beginning on June 7, with tickets on sale now.
Beyond the Barometer: Notable weather, climate and space events throughout 2025
MADISON, Wis. - With just a few days left of 2025, let's take a look back at some of the notable weather, climate and space events that occurred across southern Wisconsin throughout the year.

















