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🌱 Molly Hatchet books Crystal Grand date for their new album tour

Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin Patch AM: a 5 min read

Hey there, Wisconsin Dells! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ā˜•ļøļø

In today's newsletter:

  • Molly Hatchet books Crystal Grand date for their new album tour
  • Top Badger target from Wisconsin Dells visits Madison this weekend
  • How H-2B visas are helping staff Wisconsin Dells’ hospitality industry

Also on today's calendar: 75th Fall Wisconsin Antiques Dealers Assn. Show & Sale and 7 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? šŸ¤” (Answer below!)


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Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Times of sun and clouds, with a high of 64 and low of 49 degrees.
  • Sunday: Sunny to partly cloudy, temps: high: 66, low: 38.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 64 and low of 43 degrees.

šŸ“° News we're reading

1. MOLLY HATCHET Release 'Once A Gambler' Single And Lyric Video (bravewords.com) — Molly Hatchet is releasing a new album, Lost Horizon, and will bring their Southern rock tour to Wisconsin Dells’ Crystal Grand Music Theatre on November 14. Fans can already stream the single ā€œOnce A Gamblerā€ and lyric videos as the band, now featuring new vocalist Parker Lee and drummer Garrett Ramsden, celebrates recording at Abbey Road Studios.
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2. Visit Preview: Wisconsin Loading Up on Visitors For Michigan State (on3.com) — A standout defensive lineman from Wisconsin Dells, Hendrix Dawson, will be in Madison this weekend as the Badgers host Michigan State, with Wisconsin still considered his top college choice. The three-star 2028 recruit is weighing new offers but says he’s a lifelong Badger fan and wants to watch how future recruiting classes and coaching decisions develop before committing.
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3. 278 H-2B workers approved for Accommodation and Food Services employers at Wisconsin worksites in fiscal 2026 through June 30, 2026 (thesconi.com) — Wisconsin worksites, including Wisconsin Dells–linked Pyramid Wisconsin Dells Management, LLC, received 278 approved H-2B positions in accommodation and food services through June 2026, all with a 100% approval rate. For a tourism-heavy area like Wisconsin Dells, these temporary visas help hotels, resorts, and restaurants staff up when local hiring falls short, reflecting how reliant the region is on seasonal workers.
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4. Wisconsin Travel Enters Golden Season as Visitors Chase Stunning Fall Colours and Experiences (travelandtourworld.com) — Wisconsin Dells gets a special nod as a quieter, foliage-filled alternative to its busy summer waterpark season, with river views, boat tours, and scenic drives drawing fall visitors. The broader guide highlights how destinations across Wisconsin, from Door County to the Driftless Area, use color reports, parks, orchards, and small-town events to help travelers plan peak autumn getaways.
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Ok Wisconsin Dells! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What has a cap but no head?" — A bottle (Thank you Glo M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Wisconsin Dells

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Wisconsin Dells

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.