A retired Army officer and transgender rights advocate discusses ads targeting transgender issues. Then we learn from a highway commissioner how federal grants will help improve roads and other infrastructure. And WPR’s “Simply Folk” host shares some of her favorite Wisconsin folk artists and songs.
Featured in this Episode
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Political ads playing in Wisconsin target transgender issues
Political ads targeting transgender issues — and people — have been a frequent presence on Wisconsin airwaves. We hear a perspective on them and their influence at this point in the election season from a retired U.S. Army Colonel and longtime advocate for transgender rights from Wisconsin.
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Wisconsin state Senate picture
We hear a story about the fight for control of the Wisconsin state Senate.
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Rural county receives more than $8 million in federal funds to repair roads
Oneida County received about $8.6 million in federal grants to fund road projects in northern Wisconsin. From roads to highways to bridges, the local highway commissioner shares an overview. We also examine the latest infrastructure improvements and challenges facing rural counties.
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Wisconsin Life
We hear a story about a forester’s love — and honor — for the trees.
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Honoring Wisconsin folk music on Public Radio Music Day
The host of WPR’s “Simply Folk” joins us to share some of her current favorite Wisconsin folk musicians.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Sheri Swokowski Guest
- Alex Hegeman Guest
- Síle Shigley Guest
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Tim Peterson Managing Producer
- Beatrice Lawrence Producer
- Courtney Everett Producer
- Trevor Hook Producer
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
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