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This Old House:Belmont Victorian: Victorian Warmth
Laying down mahogany flooring on the front porch; selecting fixtures inspired by those already in the house; the difference between open and closed-cell foam insulation; new gas fireplaces; how to […]
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Northland College back for fall semester — though with fewer offerings and students
Northland’s president, Chad Dayton, joined WPR’s Robin Washington on “Morning Edition” to talk about how the fall semester is proceeding.
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State faces backlog in setting dozens of groundwater standards
Groundwater standards are lacking for dozens of contaminants statewide, including 18 PFAS chemicals.
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Wisconsin’s long-term care crisis: Staffing troubles, low Medicaid rates prompt closures
WPR and Wisconsin Watch obtained reports from 86 assisted living facilities that closed between 2020 and the first half of 2024, displacing more than 750 people. Each report asks providers to list their reasons for closure. About two-thirds blamed low Medicaid reimbursements or staffing shortages.
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Biden visiting Wisconsin to highlight investment in rural electric co-ops
President Joe Biden will travel to western Wisconsin Thursday to highlight new clean energy funding for rural electric cooperatives.
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Wisconsin’s Scenic Treasures: Northwoods
Celebrate our state’s natural landscapes and experience our treasured ‘Up North’ wonders.
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Aging Backwards 4: The Miracle of Flexibility With Miranda Esmonde-White
Gentle flexibility and range of motion exercises can improve posture and help reverse the signs of aging, improve organ health and increase energy.
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Wisconsin Hometown Stories:Door County
Historians, local citizens and experts tell stories of tourism, cherries, art, and geology that capture the history of Door County. Viewers will also explore ethnic heritages that still thrive across […]
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Wisconsin’s low-wage workers have seen gains in recent years, but challenges remain
Wages for the lowest-paid workers in Wisconsin have risen faster than pay for higher earners in recent years, but workers still face challenges.
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Joe Bonamassa & Orchestra: Live at the Hollywood Bowl
Guitarist Joe Bonamassa’s debut at the Hollywood Bowl, accompanied by an ensemble of 40 orchestra members.