Celebrating The Ages

Women of a certain age used to not mention the number attached to a birthday. ] But now, women are wearing a new decade like a badge of honor, and not simply celebrating a birthday, but elevating the experience beyond a party and into a life-changing transformation. Around the World in 18 Days Last year, […]

A Bedbug Emergency: Mom to the Rescue

One night a mom named Val was at a birthday party—a fun girls’ night out—drinking wine and dancing to music and laughing. When suddenly her phone rang. An angry young voice shouted out the scariest words she’s ever heard:  “Mom, I have bedbugs.”  In Val’s head she heard the needle on the record scratch zzzzz.  […]

2010 Holiday Gift & Entertainment Guide

We’re all searching this time of year: for the perfect holiday cookie recipe, the most gorgeous trimmings for our home, the ideal gift for everyone on our list.   And after all that is accomplished, we might even search for a little serenity. We’ll leave the serenity to you, but meanwhile, we’re helping by giving […]

Lake Geneva Fall Calendar Events

If the Wisconsin Cheese Trail isn’t your slice of cheddar, but you still want to get away for the weekend, check out Lake Geneva’s upcoming fall events. September 1-6: 161st Annual Walworth County Fair: This fair features tons of great activities for the entire family, including a kiddie carnival, pony rides and a petting zoo. […]

Off Leash: Tips for Traveling with Dogs

Before you pack up the car or book flights for your next vacation, don’t forget about the most loyal member of your family – your dog.   A road trip can be a great adventure for the whole family, including dogs. But, before you hit the road, dog and cat behavior consultant and WLS Radio […]

The Cheese Stands Alone: Dane County, Wisconsin

The legends are true.   Less than three hours north, starting in Madison and meandering in every direction along back-country roads dotted with family farms, cornfields and quaint old dairies, you’ll find the best place in the nation to spend a weekend overindulging on cheese. Old World Emmentalers made in copper-lined Swiss kettles. Impossibly creamy […]