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Rose Fernandez retweeted
BREAKING: The Kennedy family has filed for an injunction against President Trump's arch, saying it would destroy the solemn memorial to the Kennedy family at Arlington National Cemetery, disrupting sightlines and casting a shadow over JFK + RFK graves. s3.documentcloud.org/documen…
‘We’re all under construction.’
NL Manager of the Year Threepeat Murph. Our guy. #WonItOurWay
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Rose Fernandez retweeted
20 years ago, I proposed to @GabbyGiffords at the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. Any guesses on what the inscription on her ring says? There's a hint in this video.
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One of the best to ever do it.
I don’t know of any politico on the left or right or in between who had a bad word to say about their interactions with you.
Tough. But absolutely fair. Asked the right questions and kept asking.
Reported facts. Informed people.
The entire press corps is diminished by this loss of institutional memory, skill and professionalism.
I hope you stick around the area, no matter what your next chapter will be.
My thoughts for today:
For the first time in 44 years, I started my morning without having to think about work. No calls to make. No sources to check in on. No deadlines to meet.
And I’m OK with that. At least for now.
Day-to-day journalism is hard. It can be demanding, unpredictable and occasionally exhausting. But I loved doing it.
It was never simply a job for me. It was a passion, and I had the incredible good fortune to make that passion my life’s work. Along the way, I worked alongside an extraordinary group of colleagues. They are truly awesome, and I’m grateful to so many of them.
My career began in 1982 as a young reporter in Peoria, Illinois. My first stop in Wisconsin was WBAY in Green Bay, a very good place to land. It’s also where I met my wife, Sharon. In 1986, I arrived in Milwaukee and spent 15 years at WITI-TV. After a three-year detour to Madison at WKOW, I came back to Milwaukee in 2004 and spent the next 22 years at TMJ4.
There were plenty of big stories along the way. Thank you, Packers, Bucks and Brewers, for giving me some championship seasons to cover. When I arrived in Wisconsin 40 years ago, I had no idea I would stay this long. But there were always stories to tell, places to go and, of course, politics in battleground Wisconsin to keep me busy.
What an incredible journey it has been.
I leave this chapter filled with gratitude. Most of all, I’m thankful to the people of the Milwaukee area who trusted me to tell their stories and help make sense of a complicated and ever-changing world. That trust has meant more to me than I can adequately express.
As for what’s next, I honestly don’t know. “Retiring” doesn’t seem to fit my DNA, so I’ll still be around. I hope there’s more to do but I’ll keep you posted.
I’ll definitely be on the bicycle more. Wisconsin has some great bike trails. And I expect to spend a little more time hanging out in coffee shops.
So if you see me, say hello. I love a good conversation.
My final farewell at TMJ4 will be on Wednesday during the 4p News.
Rose Fernandez retweeted
Beaming with pride that the world now gets to know my grandparents, Jan and Judy. I'm just so blessed to be their grandson.
Rose Fernandez retweeted
The average revenue per student in Wisconsin is $18,746. In a classroom of 15 students, that's $281,190 in taxpayer value. I agree we can pay teachers more--but that doesn't require asking taxpayers to pony up even more. It requires asking districts where this money is going.
Rose Fernandez retweeted
My thoughts for today:
For the first time in 44 years, I started my morning without having to think about work. No calls to make. No sources to check in on. No deadlines to meet.
And I’m OK with that. At least for now.
Day-to-day journalism is hard. It can be demanding, unpredictable and occasionally exhausting. But I loved doing it.
It was never simply a job for me. It was a passion, and I had the incredible good fortune to make that passion my life’s work. Along the way, I worked alongside an extraordinary group of colleagues. They are truly awesome, and I’m grateful to so many of them.
My career began in 1982 as a young reporter in Peoria, Illinois. My first stop in Wisconsin was WBAY in Green Bay, a very good place to land. It’s also where I met my wife, Sharon. In 1986, I arrived in Milwaukee and spent 15 years at WITI-TV. After a three-year detour to Madison at WKOW, I came back to Milwaukee in 2004 and spent the next 22 years at TMJ4.
There were plenty of big stories along the way. Thank you, Packers, Bucks and Brewers, for giving me some championship seasons to cover. When I arrived in Wisconsin 40 years ago, I had no idea I would stay this long. But there were always stories to tell, places to go and, of course, politics in battleground Wisconsin to keep me busy.
What an incredible journey it has been.
I leave this chapter filled with gratitude. Most of all, I’m thankful to the people of the Milwaukee area who trusted me to tell their stories and help make sense of a complicated and ever-changing world. That trust has meant more to me than I can adequately express.
As for what’s next, I honestly don’t know. “Retiring” doesn’t seem to fit my DNA, so I’ll still be around. I hope there’s more to do but I’ll keep you posted.
I’ll definitely be on the bicycle more. Wisconsin has some great bike trails. And I expect to spend a little more time hanging out in coffee shops.
So if you see me, say hello. I love a good conversation.
My final farewell at TMJ4 will be on Wednesday during the 4p News.
Rose Fernandez retweeted
One of the best possible spokespersons for #schoolchoice will soon be Florida's new First Lady, @ErikaDonalds. And as Floridians get to know her like we do, they'll soon see that she's more than just a spokesperson––and education is more than a mere cause for her. She's a fantastic strategist and innovator, too.
The school choice state needs more schools.
More than 500,000 Florida students benefit from universal school choice, and parents are still looking for more options.
@YourEdFreedom works every day to close that gap by helping founders open the schools families are looking for!
Rose Fernandez retweeted
The family is the place where faith, human virtues, a culture of work, respect for the elderly, the defense of life, and fidelity to one’s word are handed on. Do not give in to those who dismiss the Christian family as outdated. On the contrary, today more than ever, the family remains a pillar amid the many insecurities of our time. #ApostolicJourney #Argentina
Frank the Tank!!
How can this alumna get a ticket, @UWMadison?
For @BadgerMBB fans, Frank “The Tank” Kaminsky needs no introduction. The Badger basketball legend will return to the Kohl Center to address our graduates as UW–Madison's Winter 2026 Commencement #UWGrad keynote speaker. 🏀 Read more: news.wisc.edu/badger-basketb…
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Rose Fernandez retweeted
On consideration, I really appreciate that the @Douthat60 with Trump, indeed his whole thoughtful interview style is less about “gotcha” and more about, “get yourself.” It’s refreshing as all get out.
Slow deep breaths…..
It's no mystery how much your property taxes will increase when Act 10 is repealed in a couple months. Personalized calculator here from @WILawLiberty
will-law.org/act-10-property…
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Rose Fernandez retweeted
With the way Jordan Love played in the Packers’ blowout of the Patriots – on the day he threw his 100th TD pass and with Tom Brady on the call – he perhaps for the first time in his career looked like a QB not just capable of winning a Super Bowl but ...
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Rose Fernandez retweeted
The last time the Green Bay Packers scored 45 points, created 4 turnovers, and had 4 sacks in a game was on October 9, 1988, when they defeated the New England Patriots 45–3.
The game took place at Milwaukee County Stadium.
[ 📸 via Packers.com ]
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#Colts RB Jonathan Taylor gave a farewell to Indianapolis and Colts fans after today’s game, in case it was his last with the organization.
Don’t see this often.
(🎥 @WISHNews8)
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What Coach Beard said ...
ALT A photo of a bearded man with a focused expression standing in stadium stands, holding a blue sign high above his head with both hands. The sign reads "BELIEVE LIKE A CHAMPION TODAY" in yellow and white lettering with a green and yellow "ND" logo at the bottom. He is wearing a green Notre Dame baseball cap and a light brown leather jacket. In the blurred background, members of a marching band in red and blue uniform jackets with plaid kilts cheer loudly.
Rose Fernandez retweeted
When being just and honest comes at a price, pay it. When forgiving seems like a defeat, forgive. When everyone tells you to think of yourselves first, do not be afraid to put yourselves in the last place. Be willing to give up time, money, comfort and plans to serve others. May those who see you find themselves asking: “Why do they live in this way? Where do they get this freedom? Why do they love one another so much?” #ApostolicJourney #Uruguay
After a sunny, beautiful day in Wisconsin, our @BadgerFootball are playing well with a rookie QB, Ohio State is getting walloped and we still get to watch the Irish. Does it get any better?
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