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Bryant named Program Director for News/Classical

WPR is pleased to welcome Peter Bryant as Program Director for the NPR News and Classical Music Network; a new position for both Bryant and WPR.

Bryant has extensive experience as a music producer, host and station manager. He spent several years as Music Director at WHYY, a public radio...

Whad’Ya Know? Madison Overnight Trip

Experience Michael Feldman's Whad'Ya Know? show live in Madison with a special tour for WPR listeners and friends from western Wisconsin; December 13-14.

Contact WPR's Eau Claire Studios

Find out ways to contact WPR's Eau Claire staff.

Learn About 'The West Side'

"The West Side" is a call-in program focused on issues specific to western Wisconsin.

Learn About 'Spectrum West'

"Spectrum West" is a weekly program exploring the music, arts, and humanities in western Wisconsin.

Western News

Fire Destroys Islamic Center, Damages Multiple Buildings In Downtown Winona

September 13, 2013 - 12:51pm

A large fire in the heart of downtown Winona has destroyed buildings on one of its busiest commercial streets. The fire destroyed the Winona Islamic Center, leaving a gaping hole on 3rd Street. Two surrounding buildings may also be a total loss – one an outdoor recreation store, and the...

Bringing Back The Ho-Chunk Language

September 9, 2013 - 11:29am

Members of the Ho-Chunk Nation work hard to sustain their culture and beliefs, dedicating an entire branch of government to preserving Ho-Chunk as a “living language.” Apprentice Arlene Thunder Blackdeer is one of 15 language teachers who work with a fluent speaker in the Master/Apprentice Program. She shared her story...

Article Roundup: Wisconsin Bands You Should Hear, New Arcade Fire Coming

September 5, 2013 - 2:55pm

Paste magazine recently compiled a list of 10 Wisconsin underground bands everyone should hear.

Americans Increasingly Curbing Their Cars

August 13, 2013 - 8:55am

Cars have been an integral part of American culture for the last century. Owning an automobile, we've been taught, comes with a sense of freedom and individuality. Over the last decade, however, there seems to have been a change in the way we think about using our cars. According to...

Shows

Spectrum West for October 10, 2013

Jon Greendeer, president of the Ho-Chunk Nation, joins the show talking about the initiative with the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire on collaborative activities. The Chippewa Valley Jazz Orchestra's concert on October 18 previewed by board president and drummer Geoff Peterson and guest...

Affordable Care Act Options

The West Side brought on two Affordable Care Act experts to discuss what people need to know before Wisconsin's health insurance exchange opens for enrollment. Host Rich Kremer was joined by Eau Claire County Economic Support Manager Linda Struck and Attorney Catherine Conway of Von Briesen...

Spectrum West for September 19, 2013

Spectrum West featured pianist and music teacher Nick Phillips talking about his new CD, American Vernacular: New Music for Solo Piano. Ross then welcomed Alan Grostephan, UW-Eau Claire Alumni who is back for the Blugold Visiting Writer Series. Grostephan talked about his...

Higher Education in Western Wisconsin: A Changing of the Guard

The West Side featured UW-Eau Claire’s newest chancellor Dr. Jim Schmidt who took control of the university in July and UW-Barron County Dean Paul Chase, who is retiring after 16 years at the helm. Schmidt discussed his strategy of building relationships between the campus and the community and...

West Side Legislative Roundup: Fall Session

State lawmakers from western Wisconsin discussed recently introduced bills during The West Side Legislative Roundup. Host Rich Kremer was joined by Republican State Senator Sheila Harsdorf of River Falls and Democratic State Represenatative Chris Danou of Trempealeau. Guests discussed...