Christian Thorsberg / Circle of Blue, Author at Wisconsin Watch

A narrow creek flows between snow-covered banks lined with leafless trees and fallen branches in a wooded area.

This little-known FEMA rule may be making flooding worse in rural Wisconsin

by Christian Thorsberg / Circle of Blue February 19, 2026February 18, 2026 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

An outdated federal rule is routinely blocking projects to improve water quality, prevent erosion and reduce flooding.

A man stands next to a creek and a small foot bridge of logs while surrounded by forest.

As data centers boom, rural Waldo braces for high-voltage lines over wetlands and homes

by Christian Thorsberg / Circle of Blue December 29, 2025December 26, 2025 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch