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Gary Knowles

Madison, United States
As seen in: Journal & Topics, Shepherd Express, Arlington Heights Journal, Des Plaines Journal, Mount Prospect Journal, Niles Journal, Park Ridge Journal
Covers:  Art, Architecture, Touring (by car), Rock & Alt Music - concerts & fests, Food & dining, Upscale, Islands, Travel -US and beyond, Great Lakes, Gulf Coast, Western States - Unusual Events, Off Beat ,
Doesn't Cover: I'm open to most anything of significant interest not already well covered...but I'll get back to you - don't call to see if I got your release, thanks!
Getaways Columnist:Journal &Topics News; Travel Adviser WPR; Great Lakes & beyond; photographer, auto enthusiast and OpenAir tour leader

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Gary Knowles

Gary Knowles, travel columnist for The Journal and Topics Newspapers (sixteen suburban Chicago papers based in Des Plaines, IL) is a freelance writer, award-winning photographer and is featured seasonally as “Travel Advisor” on Wisconsin Public Radio’s statewide “Morning Show.” He also does a weekly Wisconsin Events report of WEKZ (Big Easy Radio) stations based in Monroe, WI. Based in Madison, Wisconsin, he previously served (1993-2014) as marketing consultant for hospitality, w…

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Great Times Await In Upper Great Lakes | Journal & Topics Media Group

Great Times Await In Upper Great Lakes | Journal & Topics Media Group

If you get lemons, yeah, make lemonade! If you get schnee, you play! These getaways are for snow lovers -- mo…

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Get Your Motors Running For Winter Fun | Journal & Topics Media Group

Get Your Motors Running For Winter Fun | Journal & Topics Media Group

Great music, amazing performances on ice, racing on snow, and Obama in bronze: what more could you ask for in…

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Goodbye 2018, Let It Snow! | Journal & Topics Media Group

Goodbye 2018, Let It Snow! | Journal & Topics Media Group

Good old 2018 is about to make an exit, and coming in with young 2019! Yes, time to play in the snow! Good th…

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Gingerbread, Ice - Even 'Festivus' - Ring In Season | Journal & Topics Media Group

Gingerbread, Ice - Even 'Festivus' - Ring In Season | Journal & Topics Media Group

Yes, we love craft and art fairs, and we've featured dozens of great ones in the Upper Great Lakes region. Bu…

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Unique Events Brighten Holidays | Journal & Topics Media Group

Unique Events Brighten Holidays | Journal & Topics Media Group

These days as we get so little daylight, it's good to know there are bright displays of holiday lights, farme…

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Winter Events Take Flight In Wisconsin

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By Gary Knowles
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Even with those people who insist on swimming in frigid winter waters, the New Year gets off to a flying start with eagles, hot air balloons, and of course “love” taking to the air. Hit the road and join the fun! Eagles are America's national bird. (Photo courtesy National Eagle Center) Eye with an Eagle Learn all about eagles during Eagle Days, Jan. 31. 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the 1000 Islands Environmental Center in Kaukauna, Wisconsin. The event is free and includes opportunities to view eagles ...
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Summer Serves Up Rare Treats. Gems

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By Gary Knowles
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Strike Up The (200) Bands “The World’s Largest Music Festival” is one of Milwaukee’s most beloved events. It now claims three consecutive summer weekends June 19-21, June 21-26, and July 3-5. Set on the shore of Lake Michigan in Henry Maier Festival Park, Summerfest was born in 1968, one year before Woodstock. It has evolved into Milwaukee’s signature summer celebration. It hosts music’s biggest acts, emerging talent, and local stars. Some 750,000 fans enjoy an unforgettable live music experienc...
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Summer Fun Just Around Corner

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By Gary Knowles
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Rare cars, common cars and vintage racers - you'll see them all at the June Sprints in Elkhart Lake. (Photo by Gary Knowles) The great joy of summer in the Upper Great Lakes is having so many wonderful things to do. That’s also the tough part: you’ll have to choose some and miss others. But take heart. No matter what you choose, you’re going to have fun! Climb Aboard Stagecoach No need to worry about outlaws now, but this authentic mid-1800s style stagecoach ride is pretty close to the experienc...
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What was your first job as a journalist?

Photographer for company newsletter

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Sure - grew up with them - from a Royal to a Selectric

How is social media changing news?

With virtually everyone with a phone reporting, it adds lots of perspectives, but difficult to evaluate the veracity.