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Police are seeing fewer calls in Fox Valley community where neighbors help neighbors

October 12, 2021 - 5:40am

A home repair program in the Fox Valley may be having an impact on local crime rates.

Evers apologizes for Indian boarding schools, calls for investigation into history of schools in Wisconsin

October 11, 2021 - 2:20pm

Gov. Tony Evers attended an Indigenous Peoples' Day event hosted by Oneida Nation, where he signed an executive order apologizing for the state's role in supporting Indian boarding schools.

Joy Harjo finds spiritual understanding through music and poetry

October 9, 2021 - 11:00am

Joy Harjo, Poet Laureate of the United States

Joy Harjo never intended on becoming a poet. Yet, she is beginning her third term as the 23rd Poet Laureate of the United States. As a member of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation, she is the first Indigenous person to hold the post.

Musician. Composer. Painter. Actor. John Lurie is a man of many talents

October 9, 2021 - 11:00am

In his memoir, "The History of Bones," musician, composer, painter and actor John Lurie writes candidly and intimately about his creative achievements. Lurie talked to WPR's " BETA " about his work.

Author T.C. Boyle lets the chimps speak their evil in 'Talk to Me'

October 9, 2021 - 11:00am

Basing "Talk to Me" on the actual experiments of the '70s and '80s and using texts like Elizabeth Hess' " Nim Chimpsky " and Robert Fouts' " Next of Kin " that documented them, T.C. Boyle is primed to move past the surface level conceit of a love triangle and explore deeper philosophical questions about interspecies communication and consciousness.

Chipotle Chicken Mango Salad

October 9, 2021 - 8:00am

Sprinkle both sides of the chicken with the ground chipotle, cumin, cayenne and salt.

Chicken Empanadas

October 2, 2021 - 8:00am

Bring barley and 3 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt.

Food Friday: Giving leftovers a new life

October 1, 2021 - 3:30pm

A professional home cook joins the show to share her favorite ways to make leftovers fabulous -- without spending too much time or money.

How Afghanistan became America's 'first feminist war'

October 1, 2021 - 2:45pm

In her book, "Against White Feminism," Pakistani Rafia Zakaria argues that white American feminists prolonged the bloodshed during the 20 year war in Afghanistan. She asks if these feminists ever asked Afghan women of the region what they wanted.

How To Become A Local After Moving To A New Place

September 30, 2021 - 6:00am

Moving can be a hard process, and one newcomer to the Madison area asked WPR's WHYsconsin how to make the transition to a new place easier. We get advice from the author of "This Is Where You Belong: Finding Home Wherever You Are."

A Q For You: Where Does The Name 'Chicken Q' Come From?

September 29, 2021 - 4:00am

The Chicken Q is a unique name for a chicken dinner fundraiser held in a 45- to 60-mile radius of La Crosse. While references to the name date to the 1950s, who came up with the name is hard to say for sure.

USA Earns Landslide Ryder Cup Victory In Wisconsin

September 26, 2021 - 3:55pm

The European team arrived in Wisconsin having won four of the last five Ryder Cups. But the Americans were dominant at Whistling Straits this weekend, winning by a record margin, and the fans weren't shy about voicing their support.

Avocado Potato Salad

September 25, 2021 - 8:00am

Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain and cool.

Food Friday: Soup

September 24, 2021 - 3:30pm

To celebrate the start of fall and steel ourselves against colder temperatures, we're talking all things soup for this edition of Food Friday.

Photos: Visiting Sheboygan For Ryder Cup Weekend? Here's What To Expect

September 23, 2021 - 2:50pm

More than 40,000 fans per day are expected to attend this weekend's Ryder Cup at Whistling Straits. Special events are taking place around Sheboygan County, including a free watch party in Kohler.

2020 Ryder Cup: Kohler Is About To Get Wild

September 21, 2021 - 8:30am

Televisions across the globe will be tuned into Sheboygan County this week, with golf's Ryder Cup set to begin Friday at Whistling Straits.

Packers Fans Return For Monday Night Football At Lambeau Field

September 20, 2021 - 1:15pm

The Green Bay Packers will host the Detroit Lions for Monday Night Football. The Packers are favorites, but the weather could throw a wrench in their plans. Here's what fans need to know before heading to Lambeau Field.

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Police are seeing fewer calls in Fox Valley community where neighbors help neighbors

Evers apologizes for Indian boarding schools, calls for investigation into history of schools in Wisconsin

Joy Harjo finds spiritual understanding through music and poetry

Musician. Composer. Painter. Actor. John Lurie is a man of many talents

Author T.C. Boyle lets the chimps speak their evil in 'Talk to Me'

Chipotle Chicken Mango Salad

Chicken Empanadas

Food Friday: Giving leftovers a new life

How Afghanistan became America's 'first feminist war'

How To Become A Local After Moving To A New Place

A Q For You: Where Does The Name 'Chicken Q' Come From?

USA Earns Landslide Ryder Cup Victory In Wisconsin

Avocado Potato Salad

Food Friday: Soup

Photos: Visiting Sheboygan For Ryder Cup Weekend? Here's What To Expect

2020 Ryder Cup: Kohler Is About To Get Wild

Packers Fans Return For Monday Night Football At Lambeau Field

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