Shereen Siewert

Free admission, local wildlife and a community-driven mission make this small zoo a hidden gem.

A Northwoods organization is giving veterans and their families a new way to seek solace from daily stresses, surrounded by animals and picturesque scenery, free of charge.

From Native American harvesting practices to immigrant influences, “Way Up North Wisconsin Cookbook” delves into the flavors and stories that shape the region’s unique culinary heritage.

Peggy Farrell, director of the local Becoming an Outdoors Woman program, has seen firsthand how transformational the program can be. In an interview with WPR’s Shereen Siewert on “Morning Edition,” Farrell said some women say that the program changed their lives.

Athletes from across the country will travel to central Wisconsin this month as the Wausau Curling Club hosts the U.S. National Arena Curling Championships.

Pat Snyder said he is carefully considering the idea of expanding Medicaid, will try again to pass medical marijuana legislation and will reexamine Wisconsin’s tax brackets if he is reelected in November.

In an interview with WPR’s Shereen Siewert on “Morning Edition, Xiong said health care is among his top priorities if he is elected in November. He also vowed to work with lawmakers from both parties to address the needs of residents.

The proposed route promises a breathtaking journey and could boost tourism in central Wisconsin.

“We know that these tools save lives and if we don’t have them, unfortunately we may lose more loved ones to addiction and suicide,” Moore said.

For Amanda Heineck, roller derby offers a space where women can grow, support one another and push their physical limits.