Winter in the Upper Midwest has a distinctly Nordic soul. Once December settles in, snowfall blankets the tall pines of the boreal forests, the edges of Lake Superior harden into ice, and the days ...

The University of Wisconsin Nellie Y. McKay Lecture in the Humanities hosted writer, curator and art critic Nicole Fleetwood Wednesday to discuss her new book “Between the River and the Railroad ...

For some people born and raised in the middle of the country, it takes traveling to other parts of America to understand what Midwestern means. Others see the differences without ever leaving home.

As a Korean adoptee raised in North Dakota, Jennifer Weir tells people she grew up with no reference for her own Asian-ness. Her journey of self-discovery led her to an unexpected place — the ...

For many people, the idea of working with a contractor can conjure up memories of frustration, disappointment and even regret. Past experiences have included dreaded delays, unanswered calls or unkept ...

Detail from the cover of 1438: Midwest Jungle, Techno, & Rave Culture Credit: Courtesy Aria Pedraza I love absorbing as much about dance music as I possibly can, even beyond writing about it for my ...

SILVIS, Ill. (KWQC) - Railroads have been a staple of the Quad Cities’ culture for generations. Now, a Midwest-based organization is looking to preserve the history of railroads while also introducing ...

With students from all over the world, the University is considered one of the most diverse universities in Illinois. Yet for those who aren’t from the Midwest and are used to warmer climates, it can ...

Railroading Heritage of Midwest America (RRHMA) is taking a major step towards preserving the area’s locomotive history.