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Blending art, architecture and design, mosaic tile is one of the oldest forms of wall and floor covering. Using the tiny squares known as tesserae, Ancient Greeks and Romans created detailed stories and intricate geometric patterns, and mosaic art embellishes…

These days there’s never a time when we can’t find blueberries at the supermarket. But summertime is the season for the homegrown varieties. They’re abundant right now and can be used in all kinds of recipes. One of my favorites…

A few months back, a very happy parent stopped me to share how much she enjoyed the delicious and nutritious food being served in her student’s school lunch room. This was not the first time that I have heard compliments…

Fabulous food doesn’t have to be complicated.

According to the weary travelers, my daughter Traci and son-in-law Kim Lecheler, the trip to Canton, Ohio, for Brett Favre’s induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame was a smashing success. Regarding the cancellation of the Hall of Fame…

The power of the American sweet tooth was evident in 2015 wine sales, as sales of sweet reds captured 10 percent of the market, according to Nielsen. That trails only chardonnay and cabernet sauvignon.

Dear Jill: Have you shared any tips from shopping for colleges with your oldest daughter? If not, will you be? — Greg D.

Dear Amy: I am a high school teacher and fifth-grade basketball coach.

Q: Being somewhat shy, I find it difficult to speak up during meetings. Simply asking a question makes me uncomfortable, so I never volunteer information or express an opinion. However, I’m concerned that my reluctance to participate will eventually limit…

Q: We are looking for a private school for our 4-year-old. Regardless of the school we ultimately choose, we want to keep him there through eighth grade at least. We live in a suburban area so we have a lot…

My Wisconsin hometown is easy to miss — the real Eau Claire, that is. Take any of its three I-94 exits, 90 miles east of the Twin Cities, and you’ll find gas stations, fast-food joints, chain hotels, a shopping mall.…

Senators already earn a sizable salary, but writing about their work turns out to be an effective way to earn some extra cash.

Your wallet is genuine, original faux-leather from faux-Venezuela.

The owners of homes renovated by HGTV’s “Fixer Upper” couple Chip and Joanna Gaines have found a gold mine in renting out their homes to fans.

MADISON – With a constancy that goes unnoticed by most people, crude and refined oil flows past us every minute, hour and day.

Along with community policing, enhanced code enforcement, refurbished parks and citizen-driven investments in our streets, lighting and trails, quality library services are a core part of the city’s neighborhood revitalization efforts. This collective endeavor is driving a renewal in La…

I hate angry people.

We hear you! The city of La Crosse values the La Crosse Public Library as a vital civic resource that provides cultural and economic stimulus for our vibrant and growing community. It is because the La Crosse Public Library has…

After reading professor Keith Knutson’s column (Aug. 14 Tribune), I felt compelled to respond; the record regarding the proposed Trans-Pacific Partnership needs to be set straight. The assertion that U.S. Rep. Ron Kind’s primary victory earlier this month somehow indicates…

No one is pretending that La Crosse has all the answers for dealing with mental illness.

LinkedIn is a powerful tool for connecting with prospects and hiring new employees. But for many managers, unlocking its potential is a challenge.

Vernon Communications Cooperative on Wednesday held a grand opening at its new Viroqua Technology Center at 214 N. Main St. in that community.

PITTSBURGH — Even though he’s the chief executive of Tobii Dynavox, a maker of devices and software that help people with disabilities communicate, Fredrik Ruben doesn’t want to be a superhero.

BLACK RIVER FALLS, Wis. – Twenty-two years after she began offering workshops, Deb Jones continues to teach students from throughout the Upper Midwest at her Fiber Garden studio and mercantile two miles south of Black River Falls.

Years ago, while I was at a crowded outdoor market, someone reached into my purse and plucked my credit card and debit card from my wallet. I didn’t even know they were missing until I got home and discovered a…