This weekend is Free Fun Weekend! On June 6th and June 7th, you can explore WI’s 50 state parks, 15 state forests, 44 state trails, and roughly 15,000 lakes completely free.

It is June Dairy Month, a special time to discover, taste, and celebrate the legacy of WI dairy. WI’s dairy industry supports more than 353,900 jobs and contributes $116.3 billion annually to our state’s economy. Here is a list of some upcoming local events this month.

I was happy to volunteer at the 45th Annual MACCI Dairyfest Mayor’s Breakfast this morning. Thank you to everyone who helped and to all who attended this great community event. Let’s have a great Dairyfest weekend!

On May 29th, 1848, Wisconsin became the 30thstate in the Union. Today, as we celebrate WI’s birthday, let’s reflect on the history of hard work, innovation, and strong communities that define our great state.

Today, students from Kennedy Elementary School in Junction City visited the State Capitol. During their trip, the students learned about the history of the Capitol and had the opportunity to tour the building.

Today, we honor and mourn all U.S. military personnel who made the ultimate sacrifice in service of our nation. Memorial Day is a solemn reminder of the courage, sacrifice, and selflessness demonstrated by the brave men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces.

Yesterday, students from St. Mary’s School in Marathon visited Madison to tour the State Capitol. During their tour, the group had the opportunity to see the Senate and Assembly Chambers, along with the Supreme Court.

Happy National EMS Week! Throughout this week, we recognize and celebrate the lifesaving care provided by our EMTs and paramedics. Thank you to all the dedicated EMS professionals across the 86th AD who serve our communities with compassion and professionalism.

May is National Beef Month! From backyard barbecues to community events, WI’s beef industry plays an important role in bringing communities together while also serving as a significant contributor to our state’s economy.

Yesterday, a great group of students, teachers, and parents from Stratford Elementary School visited the State Capitol today. I had the opportunity to speak with some of the students about my job and how our state government works.