State Republicans are promoting charter and voucher schools as alternatives to public education, but what advantages do they provide? We examine these options for Wisconsin families. We also learn about what the Ho-Chunk Tribe plans to do with 1,500 acres of the former Badger Army Ammunition Plant, and examine why it’s turned so bitterly cold so fast.
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After Many Years, Ho-Chunk Tribe Reclaims 1,500 Acres Of Badger Ammo Plant Land
After many years of trying to reclaim it, the Ho-Chunk Nation will now officially receieve more than 1,500 acres of land at the former site of Badger Army Ammunition Plant from the federal government. The president of the Ho-Chunk nation discusses the history of that land, its significance to the Ho-Chunk, and possible plans for the land going forward.
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Why Is It So Bitterly Cold Right Now?
After a mostly mild winter, Wisconsin is now seeing the coldest temperatures of the season. A weather expert explains why it got so bitterly cold all of a sudden and when things might start to warm up.
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How Different Kinds Of Schools Work In Wisconsin
Wisconsin Republicans have said they’d like to make education one of their top priorities in the legislature this year. An education reporter explains the differences between traditional public, public charter, and voucher schools in preparation for the policy discussions on the horizon.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Veronica Rueckert Host
- Chris Malina Producer
- Amanda Magnus Producer
- Jon Greendeer Guest
- Michael Morgan Guest
- Erin Richards Guest
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