We get an update on how far the state has come removing and replacing lead water lines. Then voters who’ve had that right restored discuss its importance to them. And a longtime veterinarian tells us how her new kids book helps her promote literacy.
Featured in this Episode
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New EPA rule set to require replacing lead pipes within a decade
Yesterday, President Biden announced that the Environmental Protection Agency is issuing a final rule to replace all lead service lines nationwide within ten years. We speak with a drinking water expert with the state Department of Natural Resources to learn more about how efforts have gone to remove these lines around Wisconsin.
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Sen. Tammy Baldwin profile
WPR profiles Wisconsin Democratic candidate for Senator, incumbent Tammy Baldwin.
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The precarious right to vote
The ability to vote is something that millions of Wisconsinites might take for granted. But people who have been convicted of felonies know that the right can be taken away. We talk with three people who have lost — and regained — the right to vote about what voting means to them.
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Wisconsin Life
We hear a story about holding on to family.
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Retired veterinarian writes new children’s book
We talk with a retired small animal veterinarian in Port Washington who volunteers to teach reading and writing to second graders. We learn about her new children’s book called “Niles, the Cat” as well as her efforts promoting literacy.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Steve Elmore Guest
- Robert Miranda Guest
- Kelly Mahoney Guest
- Nycki Wallsch Guest
- Peggy West-Schroder Guest
- Dr. Sue Kruske Guest
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Tim Peterson Managing Producer
- Trevor Hook Producer
- Joe Tarr Producer
- Courtney Everett Producer
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
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