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Four different Chevy racing vehicles on a grid.

Can you use 3D-printed parts in a car?

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3D printing is being used more and more widely these days. The possibilities with this technology are constantly expanding, as humans find more ways to use 3D printed items.

One idea that’s come up is that of 3D printing car parts. Car parts can be expensive, of course, so the possibility of cutting costs is a tempting one. There’s also the allure of convenience, in that individuals can buy and set up their own 3D printer at home, and theoretically print off their own replacement vehicle parts.

Do 3D-printed car parts work?

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Cat eyes loom in darkness

Where can I hear a short scary story for Halloween?

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Wisconsin Public Radio’s Annual Scary Story for 2020

Fall seems to have passed its peak here in Wisconsin, with many of the leaves off the trees and any semblance of warm weather becoming unsettlingly fleeting. Skies have gone grey most days as the natural world primes itself for descent into the frozen, barren caverns of Midwestern winter.

But it’s not all gloom. We find a certain charm to the way the cold months bring out new emotions and, at their best, help us to find positives in the darkness, both literal and in the sense of the bleaker elements of human existence.

Another way humans have long found charm in the macabre is through spooky stories! Wisconsin Public Radio puts one together every year, and we’ve included it for you here. Enjoy!

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Pac-Man eats a line of oil-painted pumpkins with a city and autumn leaf backdrop

What delicious fall foods should I try in Milwaukee?

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Autumnal Treats in Brew City

Fall is here, and it has once again brought with it that special sweater-wrapped, cider-scented, chilled breeze aesthetic that’s really hard not to like (as much as the cynics among us may try). In Wisconsin, this beautiful season is fleeting. One way to best take advantage of it while it’s here (and fully imbibe the autumn vibes into one’s soul) is by eating some special fall foods.

We looked to our good friends over at Milwaukee Mag for some ideas of consumables to track down. Peruse below, and may the leaves fall ever in your favor!

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Top down view of a classic red Corvette with an open, inviting door

How have Chevy vehicles changed over the years?

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Chevy Classic Model Walk-around Compilation

Chevrolet has one of the most storied histories of any modern automaker. They were there at the beginning of the vehicular era, and they’ve come through a lot with the industry. Through it all, they’ve never stopped innovating and producing top-tier products.

To celebrate, Chevy has produced virtual walk-around videos of some its most memorable models. Not only do viewers get an up-close look at the innovative engineering, craftsmanship and passion that went into these rides, but they also get to learn the stories behind them and the important facts about each one.

For your convenience, we’ve compiled each of the current Chevy walk-around videos below, beginning back in 1914 and working all the way up to the past decade. So, take a trip through time and see Chevrolet and the automobile evolve in tandem. Happy viewing!

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A Cadillac LYRIQ viewed from the side.

What is the Cadillac LYRIQ?

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Cadillac LYRIQ Verses and Coda Video Compilation

You’ve likely heard tell of the Cadillac LYRIQ. This machine is a remarkable electric SUV that Cadillac describes as aiming to connect, “heart to mind, soul to body and human to machine.” The vehicle represents the dawn of a new era for the automaker, sparking off an automotive future that aims to quickly become entirely electric.

To better give you an idea of just what the LYRIQ is all about, Cadillac has produced some videos that equate to a vehicular piece of music. The LYRIQ gets five verses and a concluding Coda. For your convenience, we’ve compiled them all below.

So sit back and absorb, and hopefully by the end you too will be referring to the Cadillac LYRIQ as, “poetry in electrified motion.”

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The word Cadillac scrawled on a white background

What does Cadillac mean in French?

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There are few things that call up such a delightful association in our brains as the word “Cadillac.” Over the past hundred years, the moniker has been engrained in the minds of humanity to call up immediate images of the flagship GM brand. It’s hard to see the word as anything other than an awesome car.

But the word does come from somewhere. You may have heard that “Cadillac” is of French origin. What does Cadillac mean in French?

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Magical music emenates from the pyramid at Alpine Valley

What makes Alpine Valley a legendary venue?

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The Special Charm and Mystique of Alpine Valley Music Theatre

The Milwaukee area has many gifts. One gem that sometimes flies just under the radar is Alpine Valley, a concert venue located out in East Troy, WI. Over the years, a horde of musicians and festivals have played there, with many giving particular praise to the location as one of their favorite spots to play. What is it that makes Alpine Valley such a legendary venue in concert circles?

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2021 Ford Bronco drives through a desert

2021 Ford Bronco Video Compilation

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Learn about the upcoming 2021 Ford Bronco with these entertaining videos!

The automotive world is rife with excitement over the upcoming return of the Ford Bronco for the 2021 model year. To celebrate, we’ve compiled a slew of videos that look at various aspects of this new machine. Most of them come straight from Ford, though we also get an outside take from the folks over at MotorTrend. Finally, for the true Bronco acolytes, there’s a trailer for an upcoming podcast from Ford that promises to detail the full, fifty-year story of the legendary Bronco.

So strap in, pull out the popcorn, and enjoy!

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A man happily struts through the forest

Where are good spots to go camping in the Milwaukee area?

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Varied Camping Area Suggestions near Milwaukee, WI

In this era of COVID-19, many of our usual summer activities are simply off the table. Thankfully, one avenue still open is attending a campground in a safe, responsible manner. When doing so, be sure to stay safe; wear masks when indoors (and outdoors whenever adequate social distancing is not possible) and follow all the rules of Governor Evers’ latest mandate.

To help stimulate some ideas on where to head, we’ve compiled a few (relatively) local choices below. The first two are our “hip” choices (with the first being a clothing-optional location), and the latter two are more traditional. Explore and see what you think! The experience and adventure are the important elements, if you ask us.

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