In the Fall of 2017 the Chippewa Valley Writers Guild published their first issue of their annual print journal. We talk with the editor of the literary journal about its birth. We also recap the state news of the week and take a look at Wisconsin’s rainy day fund.
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State News Roundup For March 23, 2018
Russian internet trolls sought to stoke divisions online after the 2015 shooting of Tony Robinson in Madison and an incident involving a racist costume at a Wisconsin football game. We learn more about their efforts. We also find out about areas Governor Walker nominated as “economic opportunity zones” as part of a federal stimulus program, and hear about students protesting cuts to the humanities at UW-Stevens Point.
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Literary Journal Highlights Works From Chippewa Valley Writers
Barstow & Grand is an annual print journal that showcases and supports the works of writers in the Chippewa Valley. We hear from the journal’s editor about the group’s mission.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Dean Knetter Producer
- Karl Christenson Producer
- Brad Kolberg Producer
- Rob Mentzer Guest
- Eric Rasmussen Guest
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