We discuss next session’s priorities with Legislative Black Caucus leader, state Senator-elect Dora Drake. Then we learn how the DNR is hoping to protect the state’s bats from wind turbine development. And we hear how federal funds will help with safety upgrades for the Portage Municipal Airport.
Featured in this Episode
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Black Caucus leader on the Legislative session
Senator-elect Dora Drake is finishing a term as a state representative from Milwaukee. She’s also been reelected as chair of the Legislative Black Caucus. We talk with her about legislative priorities going into the New Year.
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A journey into a Wisconsin bat cave
A WPR reporter takes us into a cave near the Mississippi River that’s been turned into a safe haven for hibernating bats.
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Bats and wind turbines
The state DNR is proposing a rule that would require wind operations in the state to make some changes to protect bats. We learn more about the motivation behind the rule.
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Wisconsin Life
We visit the famous Candy Cane Lane in West Allis, where residents show off their best holiday decorations.
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Portage Municipal Airport approved to receive federal, state funding for new layout
After years of waiting, the Portage Municipal Airport is set to receive state and federal funding for improvements. The decision comes nearly one year after some Common Council members considered shutting the airport down. We explore the airport’s master plan.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Rep. Dora Drake Guest
- Stacy Rowe Guest
- Michael Bablick Guest
- Philip Livingston Guest
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Tim Peterson Managing Producer
- Royce Podeszwa Producer
- Colleen Leahy Producer
- Courtney Everett Guest
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
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