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Episodes
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Envision Greater Fond du Lac
Envision President and CEO Sadie Howell talks about their goal of making 2026 the year of Talent Attraction and Housing. She also recapped things Envision…
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State Senator John Jagler
Senator Jagler talked about Avian Influenza in a Dodge County dairy herd, property taxes, new license plates, and the State Capitol at Christmas time.
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ADVOCAP Executive Director Tanya Marcoe
Tanya talks about the childcare incubator they broke ground on in Oshkosh. The 6,000-square-foot facility has a 10-to-12-month build. Childcare in Winnebago…
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Ripon Common Council Candidate Luke Dretske
The former Berlin Common Councilman talks about running for a seat on the Ripon Common Council representing District 4. He says the Council needs some young…
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Ripon City Administrator Adam Sonntag
Adam talked about development of a 15-acre parcel of city-owned land, an energy grant program, and drafting an AI-use policy for employees.
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SSM Health Dr. Horace Lo
Dr. Lo is a general surgeon. He talked about hernias and treatment for them. He works at SSM hospitals in Ripon, Fond du Lac, and Waupun.
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Fond du Lac County Public Health Officer
Kim Mueller talks about “walking like a penguin,” avoiding hypothermia and a huge, shredded cheese recall.
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Fond du Lac County United Way
United Way Executive Director Amber Kilawee talked about a first-time effort “Techquity,” and Missy Brozek talked about the Girl Scouts donation of their time…
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Ripon Public Library
Susie Menk gives an update on the $2.5 million renovation, the book-of-the-month, and talks about their holiday schedule.
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Envision Greater Fond du Lac
Sadie Howell talks about their first Ignite Rural competition and their strategic plan.
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Winter Weather Awareness
Fond du Lac County Emergency Management Director John Ross tells us what we need to know to be prepared for the Winter season.
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Green Lake County Chief Deputy Matt Vande Kolk
Matt talks about a recent rescue of a duck hunter in a marsh and gives safety tips for motorists about deer, and for gun-deer hunters.
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Rosendale-Brandon School District
Superintendent Wayne Weber talks about the merging of their schools and the associated construction. He also touched upon their homecoming celebration.
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Ripon Public Library
Adult and Teen Services Librarian Susie Menk talks about upcoming programs and had a quick update on the library renovation.
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Congressman Glenn Grothman
Topica covered during the interview included a Peace agreement between Hamas and Israel, the Government Shutdown, and the National Guard deployment to Chicago.
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Economic Forecast Breakfast
Envision Greater Fond du Lac’s Lisa McArthur talks about the annual breakfast on the economic outlook for the year to come.
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Diverse Options Ripon
Noreen Johnson and Mary Robichaud talk about their 2nd Annual Talent Show and a couple of other fundraising opportunities.
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Thrasher Opera House
Rachael Avery and Jason Mansmith of Thrasher talked about the $3 million “Creating an Entrance” project at the historic venue in Green Lake.
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Ripon Public Library
Youth Services Librarian Linda DeCramer says visitors are adapting to temporary changes during their $2.5 million renovation project. She also talked about…
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Green Lake Association
Taylor Haag Strauser the Assistant Director of the GLA talks about a huge algae bloom on the lake last month, and an effort to detect an invasive species.
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Ripon Area School District
Superintendent Ron Rivard and Business Manager Jonah Adams talk about the annual budget, homecoming, and looking at a new healthcare plan.
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Green Lake County Sheriff's Office
Chief Deputy Matt Vande Kolk talks about fundraising efforts for a third K9 and safety tips for the Fall Harvesting season.
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Ripon Public Library
Susie Menk talks about a temporary entrance during renovations, Friends of the Library Book Sale, and more.
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Suicide by Sextortion Presentation
Amber Kilawee of the United Way and Heather Larson of YScreen tell us more about this special program featuring a Father’s story about his 17-year-old son’s…
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Oshkosh Community Players
Director Bob Amsden talks about the upcoming performances of the psychological thriller Rope.
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Fond du Lac County Health Department
Public Health Officer Kim Mueller talks about the Stigma Awareness event, measles, COVID vaccine availability, and more.
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UW Extension Move
Fond du Lac County Supervisor Tiffany Brault talks about the decision to move the UW-Extension offices from the County Campus.
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Alice in Dairyland
Wisconsin’s 78th Alice in Dairyland Sarah Hagenow talks about Agritourism in the state.
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SSM Health Treffert Studios
Gina Rieder talks about their fall programs including a trip to the Little Farmer, Treffert Treat in October, and a pair of Christmas season programs.
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Fond du Lac County United Way
Executive Director Amber Kilawee talks about the campaign and its emphasis this fall.
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Michelle Reinen DATCP
The state’s Administrator of the Division of Trade and Consumer Protection talks about the latest scams.
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Ripon Public Library
Youth Services Librarian Linda DeCramer gives an update on the renovation, Children’s Story Time, and the Friends’ Book Sale.
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Ripon City Administrator Adam Sonntag
Adam talks about the closing of Selfridge Park for improvements, property assessments in 2026, and an Ambulance Service Agreement.
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Ripon Touch a Truck
Parks and Recreation Director Ashton Zeien and Police Officer Lindsey Michels talk about the September 13th event at Barlow Park.
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Preparedness Planning
Fond du Lac County Emergency Management Director John Ross has recommendations during this Preparedness Month.
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Envision Greater Fond du Lac
Envision’s Joe Venhuizen talks about a pair of upcoming events, Casino Night and Membership Appreciation Day.
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Stigma Awareness Event
Drug Free Communities Coalition Coordinator Georgia Martel talks about the upcoming event.
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SSM Health Dr. Christopher Ng
Dr. Ng (ING) is a physiatrist with the Fond du Lac Regional Clinic. He talks about newer treatments for pain, including PRP injections.
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Ripon Police Chief Bill Wallner
Chief Wallner talks about recent recognition for their school resource officers, school traffic safety, some promotions in the department, and more.
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Ripon Dough Company
Owners of a new bakery in Ripon talk about their Grand Opening and Ribbon-Cutting ceremony and what sweet treats they provide at their business.
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State Senator John Jagler
Topics included flooding in southeast Wisconsin, a train derailment, the Malix Law, and cellphone bans in schools.
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Green Lake County Chief Deputy Matt Vande Kolk
Matt talks about the missing kayaker court case, a first responder community event, and attending a traffic safety conference.
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Waupun Mayor Rohn Bishop
Rohn gives and update on flooding study, business and housing developments.
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Berlin Schools Superintendent
Emmett Durtschi talks about their 14 new teachers, the theme for the school year, summer maintenance program and more.
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Ripon Public Library
Adult and Teen Services Librarian Susie Menk talks about their renovation, trivia and game nights, and more.
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Envision's Sadie Howell
The head of Envision Greater Fond du Lac talks about YPF Casino Night, Chamber of Commerce Month, and more.
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Thrasher Opera House
It’s a busy month for the Thrasher Opera House in Green Lake. Jason Mansmith fills us in on the details.
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SSM Health MMR Vaccinations
Megan Blonigen talks about measles, how contagious it is, and why more people need to get the MMR vaccinations.
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Public Health Officer Kim Mueller
Kim works for Fond du Lac County. She has advice about avoiding Blue-Green Algae and talks about childhood vaccinations and an event supporting those…
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Veterans Park Improvements
Fond du Lac County Veterans Services Director David Tellefsen talks about the project and a groundbreaking ceremony.
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Diverse Options
Noreen Johnson of Diverse Options in Ripon chats about their upcoming events including an Art Show, Talent Show, and YouTube channel.
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DATCP Scams
Michelle Reinen Administrator of the Division of Trade and Consumer Protection talks about the latest scams.
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LakeApalooza
Mike and Jill Havey talk about the annual Community Street Dance in Green Lake scheduled for Saturday, August 30th.