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Every state is known for something.

New York has Broadway. California has movie stars you’ll only see in Hollywood (or on Instagram). Maine is known for its lobster, and Iowa has corn. Here in Wisconsin, we’re known for a lot of products — including beer.

It`s the state`s history with the beer industry that made one WHYsconsin listener wonder what happened to Wisconsin`s breweries and alcohol production during prohibition...

Ken Notes: A good listen from WPR but they missed the best story from Wisconsin`s prohibition past! Read about it here:

Who Kidnapped Fred Blumer? (1931)

Or better yet watch the video here!

Amazing 100-years old story of Wisconsin brewery owner Fred Blumer by Al Capone & associates

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A sophomore from Waunakee, Wisconsin is the recipient of the first-ever Jake Leinenkugel Diversity in Brewing Award.

Babayosimi (Simi) Fadiran, a microbiology major in his second year, is the 2022 recipient of the award, which supports students from underrepresented groups pursuing studies in brewing or fermentation sciences at the University of Wisconsin­–Madison.

“I was thrilled to be selected for this,” said Fadiran, who learned of his award last spring. “This program has provided me the opportunity to observe and assist in conducting research, aiding me in my future career goals.”
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Chicago brewery incubator Pilot Project recently acquired the former Milwaukee Brewing Company (MKE) facility in Wisconsin. Pilot Project’s Dan Abel and Glenn Allen share their plans for the production facility and how the expansion will affect the bev-alc producers they work with and open the door to additional suppliers.

Plus the Brewbound team discusses Boston Beer’s Q3 earnings call, including the company’s fourth category ambitions, the $27.1 million non-cash impairment charge on the Dogfish Head trademark, and the company’s focus shifting from fuller-flavor hard seltzers to lighter flavors....

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WEDC investment to help fund Two Rivers’ only brewery

TWO RIVERS, WI. OCT. 26, 2022 – Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes visited Two Rivers Wednesday to tour the soon-to-open Cool City Brewing Company and announce that the city is receiving a $250,000 Community Development Investment grant to help repurpose a former Wells Fargo bank building into the new brewery.

“Cool City Brewing Company will act as a gathering spot for both community members and visitors,” Hughes said. “This is the type of development that can spark more growth in Two Rivers’ downtown.”...
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If you`re planning on moving to the beautiful state of Wisconsin, or just taking a trip, you should add the following town to your list of places to go.

The Crazy Tourist website made a list of the top 15 places to visit in Wisconsin. Here`s what the top place was.

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Ken Notes: I like all 15...

Tourist Attractions- Places To Visit In Waukesha Wisconsin

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MADISON, Wi. — Local businesses came together to have fun and help their neighbors at The Bur Oak today.

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Ken Notes: I know the scrap metal thing is not "Craft" liquor, but it is cool...

Minneapolis-headquartered Indeed Brewing Company celebrates its 10-year anniversary this year. The brewery, founded in 2010, has grown alongside the rising popularity of craft beer and has a deep history of innovation. Indeed was founded with a brewing capacity of 3,000 barrels per year, and today its brewery in Minneapolis and pilot brewery in Milwaukee produce 20,000 barrels per year...

...The Milwaukee pilot brewery and taproom opened in 2019 and hosted its first Wisconsin-made bottle release in 2020. “We weren’t interested in just sending beer off to Wisconsin. We consider Milwaukee our second home,” said Whisenand...

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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and the brewery is taking part in a national collaboration to raise awareness towards the problem

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TOWN OF STANFOLD (WQOW) - It`s not exactly common to have a dry town in Wisconsin, but during next month`s election, a township in Barron County will consider allowing alcohol sales in its boundaries for the first time ever.

On November 8, residents in the Town of Stanfold, which is between Rice Lake and Cumberland, will have the chance to vote on this advisory referendum question:

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Ken Notes: Every drop of Jack Daniel`s consumed around the world was produced at the distillery, in Lynchburg, Tennessee. Lynchburg is located in a county that has remained dry since prohibition – thus no alcohol can be sold.

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Ken Notes: What a GREAT article!!!!

It’s Wisconsin, so there is good beer.

I made my first visit to Madison from Purdue in 2009. The fans were very friendly, but I am betting that Purdue’s 37-0 loss had something to do with it. I was able to see and participate in Jump Around, then fled the place because Purdue was losing badly. On the way home I did mange to pick up a local brew that is the subject of today’s Friday Drankin’.

Capital Brewing is west of the Madison campus about five and a half miles northwest of Camp Randall Stadium. They are one of the oldest breweries in Madison, as their roots go back to the 1870s. The current incarnation was founded in 1984, and brewed their first batch of beer, a pilsner, in the spring of 1986 and was founded to brew traditional German style lager beer in America. It has branched out to include American style ales, barrel aged beers, and several distinct IPA’s. Capital Amber (the largest seller) has been available in cans since 1999...

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Whether it’s our fresh spin on food and drinks or the world-class museums, performing arts venues and cultural centers, Wisconsin knows how to make a day spent indoors a day well-spent. Here’s to memorable experiences no matter the weather.

Take in a local perspective on Civil War history in Kenosha (Kenosha County)

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Summer activities begin as early as Memorial Day Weekend, when marinas fill with boaters and a full boating season begins. If you’ve never been sailing before, you can take a “First Sail” class from the Sailing Education Association of Sheboygan, which will teach you the basics of boating.

3 Sheeps Brewing Company #6

3 Sheeps Brewing Company, a locally owned brewery, is Sheboygan’s sole packaging brewery. They have been making a range of ales and craft beers since 2012 and also seasonal brews. The brewery can produce up to 20 beers per tap...
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