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Bryant Named Program Director For News/Classical

Wisconsin Public Radio 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...

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...