MADISON - A reporting error at first made us think car emissions in Wisconsin were getting worse.
But now we learned, they're actually improving slightly.
Systech International is the state's new contractor for emissions testing.
At first they reported the percentage of vehicles that failed the test was up to nearly 9 percent.
That would have been a significant increase from the prior year. But, Systech accidentally included vehicles that couldn't be tested along with those which actually failed.
Vehicles can't be tested if their onboard computers don't send a signal to the emissions testing equipment.
New figures show the fail rate from July through September is 5.5 percent. That's down nearly 1 percent when compared to last year.
STATEWIDE - Camping in the Northwoods just got a little more high-tech, thanks to a new website and iPhone app. You can download the Northern Highland American Legion State Forest app on your iPhone.
The app lets you see what campsites are available, and reserve your spot online. It also gives information about trails and other activities in the area.
In the “old days” travelers could always call ahead about site availability, but by the time out of town visitors arrive, they might be full.
MINOCQUA - “This disease is called the great imitator for a good reason,” says Jeff Waite.
Lyme disease can be good at hiding.
“Lyme disease is a bacterial type infection spread by a spiral keet, which is also considered a parasite. And it can be carried in the spit glands and intestinal track of ticks in this area. Particularly the deer tick," said Dr. Kurt Landauer.
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