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Jimmie Kaska @jimmiekaska.bsky.social · Jul 30

After starting my work day with @patkreitlow.bsky.social, I'll get to cap it off with a segment on @allbaughshow.bsky.social a day after he made an appearance in the Driftless Area. Talking HS sports at 3:30pm on @civicmedia.us and civicmedia.us/app

More: civicmedia.us/news/2025/07...

New school year brings new high school sports seasons with plenty of changes for 2025-26 - Civic Media

Jimmie Kaska @jimmiekaska.bsky.social · Jul 28

August is almost here, which means we're about to turn the page to a new high school sports season.

There's lots of changes to go through, from NIL to @wiaawi.bsky.social playoff qualification and structure, for 2025-26.

For @civicmedia.us:

civicmedia.us/news/2025/07...

There are several changes to high school sports in Wisconsin for the upcoming school year, from NIL to playoff qualification to fan behavior.

DOT plans closure, demolition of Lansing Bridge later this fall - Civic Media

Jimmie Kaska @jimmiekaska.bsky.social · Jul 14

The 94-year-old bridge across the Mississippi River near De Soto, Wis. is set to be closed and demolished later this year, according to the Iowa DOT. The reason is to make way for its replacement, which is scheduled to open in 2027.

More for @civicmedia.us: civicmedia.us/news/2025/07...

The bridge connecting southwestern Wisconsin to Iowa will be closed and demolished later this year to make way for its replacement.

Jimmie Kaska @jimmiekaska.bsky.social · Jul 10

There's a football field in there... somewhere!

A bit of fog during morning workouts this week here in Boscobel.

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Jimmie Kaska @jimmiekaska.bsky.social · Jul 8

I'm nothing if not persistent - I got my first job in radio calling the station every day for 6 weeks until they hired me back in 2003!

And thank you. It took 2 years for them to realize I should have been charged in network (where deductible was met). Health insurance is an adventure sometimes.

Jimmie Kaska @jimmiekaska.bsky.social · Jul 8

When my 2nd son was born, I was charged mid 6 figures out of network for his NICU stay since the NICU wasn't part of my insurance's network. We didn't really have a choice but to put him in the (covered) hospital's NICU obviously. Finally got insurance to fix it, 2 years later. Largest W of my life.

Mornings with Pat Kreitlow - July 8, 2025

Jimmie Kaska @jimmiekaska.bsky.social · Jul 8

Jacobson will be on with @patkreitlow.bsky.social on @civicmedia.us at 7:35am. Watch it here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=8c74...

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The Todd Allbaugh Show LIVE - Monday, July 7th, 2025

Jimmie Kaska @jimmiekaska.bsky.social · Jul 7

Jacobson also appeared on @toddallbaugh.bsky.social on @civicmedia.us today: www.youtube.com/live/hDAAXtz...

YouTube video by Civic Media

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Jacobson announces state Senate run in southwestern Wisconsin - Civic Media

Jimmie Kaska @jimmiekaska.bsky.social · Jul 7

This morning, @jennajacobson.bsky.social (D) announced she is running for Wisconsin Senate District 17, which has been represented by Republican Howard Marklein since 2014.

For @civicmedia.us: civicmedia.us/news/2025/07...

Assembly Rep. Jenna Jacobson is the first candidate announced for state Senate District 17, currently held by Howard Marklein.

Abortion legal under Wisconsin Supreme Court decision - Civic Media

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Jimmie Kaska @jimmiekaska.bsky.social · Jul 2

Wisconsin's Supreme Court has ruled that a statute written in the 1800's banning abortion is no longer valid.

More on the 4-3 ruling with @chalipittman.bsky.social for @civicmedia.us:

civicmedia.us/news/2025/07...

The 4-3 decision effectively upholds legal abortion access in Wisconsin.

Milwaukee Bucks waive Lillard, trade Connaughton, sign Turner in major roster shake-up - Civic Media

Jimmie Kaska @jimmiekaska.bsky.social · Jul 1

The Milwaukee Bucks are making moves. For @civicmedia.us:

civicmedia.us/news/2025/07...

The Milwaukee Bucks are moving on from Damian Lillard after the star guard injured his Achilles tendon in this year's playoffs.

Jimmie Kaska @jimmiekaska.bsky.social · Jun 27

I made it 10 years being married, somehow, despite how annoying I am. Life achievement unlocked!

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Nihilist Arby’s @nihilist-arbys.bsky.social · Jun 22

This shit is too bleak for words.

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Jimmie Kaska @jimmiekaska.bsky.social · Jun 20

Aren't many things better than lifting your kid out of a tough moment with encouragement. When he looks to the bleachers, he's got his parents cheering him on. And you can tell it works because he immediately pulls himself out of a bad result with a joke or a toothy grin.

Parenting is awesome.

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Jimmie Kaska @jimmiekaska.bsky.social · Jun 20

Last night, my son had two hits, including the go-ahead RBI. Tonight, he struck out both times at the plate. Both nights, I told him I was proud of him for his effort.

When he makes a mistake, he will look at us (parents), and every time, we're telling him good effort. Sometimes, he cracks a smile.

Jimmie Kaska @jimmiekaska.bsky.social · Jun 13

Sometimes as a parent of a kid in sports, you're happy when they do well doing the sports thing. Make the goal, hit the ball, score the points. All good things.

But.

I'm personally happiest when my kids are genuinely enjoying sports like the giant goofballs they are.

Jimmie Kaska @jimmiekaska.bsky.social · Jun 10

When is it ever boring here

Jimmie Kaska @jimmiekaska.bsky.social · Jun 9

I'll be on Up North News at 7:50 to talk about the latest Packers move, @wiaawi.bsky.social state track, and the loss of a Wisconsin coaching legend over the weekend.

Listen on your local @civicmedia.us station or on the free app at civicmedia.us/app

Jimmie Kaska @jimmiekaska.bsky.social · Jun 5

It's June Dairy Month in Wisconsin, which means it's time for one of the greatest Wisconsin traditions: Dairy Breakfast SZN!

Story for @civicmedia.us:

civicmedia.us/news/2025/06...

Jimmie Kaska @jimmiekaska.bsky.social · Jun 4

Classic Buster behavior

Jimmie Kaska @jimmiekaska.bsky.social · Jun 4

My husky is not a fan of the de-fuzzing regimen

UW-Whitewater wins NCAA Division 3 baseball championship - Civic Media

Jimmie Kaska @jimmiekaska.bsky.social · Jun 4

UW-Whitewater wins its third national championship in baseball. For @civicmedia.us:

civicmedia.us/news/2025/06...

It's the first national championship for the Warhawks since 2014 and third overall in the program's history.

Jimmie Kaska @jimmiekaska.bsky.social · Jun 3

Going statewide on @civicmedia.us with @toddallbaugh.bsky.social right about now: civicmedia.us/app