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International Joint Commission Listening Sessions In Ashland

Wisconsin Public Radio recorded presentations as part of a listening session held on Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2019, by the International Joint Commission at Northland College in Ashland. To hear...Read more

Hear Me Out Talks Broadband, Domestic Violence

Bayfield Democrat Representative Beth Meyers talked about the governor’s proposal to invest $78 million to expand broadband in the state. Lawmakers from both parties agree more investment is needed, but some republicans are worried about the governor’s plan to pay for it. We heard from Spring Green republican Howard Marklein.Read more

9th Annual Writers Read To Air This February

Around 20 writers read their original works of fiction, nonfiction and poetry as part of the 9th annual “Writers Read” event at Northland College in Ashland on Friday, Jan. 25. The readings will be featured in an upcoming special broadcast in place of Hear Me Out on Friday, Feb. 15, and Friday Feb. 22, at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. on Wisconsin Public Radio stations. Read more

Public hearing on Husky Energy refinery explosion and fires

Audio Of Chemical Safety Board Hearing On Husky

After calls from Minnesota and Wisconsin lawmakers this fall for a public hearing on the Husky Energy fires and explosion, the U.S. Chemical Safety Board held a meeting in Superior to hear from concerned citizens and update the public on the agency's investigation.Read more

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FirstNet, AT&T Launch Expanded Cell Service On Red Cliff Reservation

February 17, 2020 - 6:30am

The Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa worked with AT&T and the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet) on a deal to build the tower, which is now providing coverage to 80 percent of the reservation.

Northern Wisconsin Communities Moving Forward On Housing Study

February 12, 2020 - 4:05pm

Gordon Ringberg talks with Joaquin Altoro

Northern Wisconsin communities are joining forces on a study of housing needs in Ashland and Bayfield counties. Northern leaders met with state officials during the 35th annual Superior Days in Madison to seek support for efforts to grow affordable housing in rural areas.

Northern Wisconsin Counties Seek State Support For Mental Health Services

February 11, 2020 - 5:00pm

Northern Wisconsin county officials meet with Julie Willems Van Dijk

Northern Wisconsin counties have long struggled with the state's Medicaid reimbursement rates, which are lower than nearby Minnesota. County health staff are asking state officials to raise the rates to improve access to mental health services.

Coal Shipping In Twin Ports Drops To Lowest Level In Decades While Wind Cargo Surges

February 11, 2020 - 6:00am

A record amount of cargo containing components used for generating wind power moved through the Twin Ports during the 2019 shipping season, while Duluth-Superior handled the lowest amount of coal in more than three decades.

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10th Annual Writers Read: Awakenings

Tuesday, February 11, 2020, 7:00pm

Writers Read is produced by Northland College and broadcast in partnership with Wisconsin Public Radio. Each year, writers from the Twin Ports and northern Wisconsin write their best pieces surrounding a theme. This year’s theme is Awakenings. Writers read original works of fiction, nonfiction and poetry recently before a live audience at Northland College in Ashland.

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Feb. 6, 7th Congressional District Republican Primary Debate

Republican Candidates Jason Church and Tom Tiffany

Thursday, February 6, 2020, 10:00am

Republican candidates Jason Church, Hudson, and Tom Tiffany, Minocqua, debate live on The Ideas Network. The debate is moderated by Shereen Siewert, host of WPR’s “Route 51,” and Robin Washington, host of Superior-based WPR talk show “Simply Superior.”

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Jan. 30, 7th Congressional District Democratic Primary Debate

7th Congressional District Candidates Lawrence Dale and Tricia Zunker

Thursday, January 30, 2020, 10:00am

Democratic primary candidates Lawrence Dale, Eagle River, and Tricia Zunker, Wausau, debate live on The Ideas Network. The debate is moderated by Shereen Siewert, host of WPR’s “Route 51,” and Robin Washington, host of Superior-based WPR talk show “Simply Superior.”

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Simply Superior, December 20th, 2019

Friday, December 20, 2019, 10:00am

Simply Superior highlights music of the season from Christian and Jewish traditions.

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Simply Superior, December 13th, 2019

Friday, December 13, 2019, 10:00am

Konnie LeMay of Lake Superior Magazine and Paul Lundgren of Perfect Duluth Day join "Simply Superior" host Robin Washington to dish about outdoor and entertainment activities laced with politics and Twin Ports peculiarities. One topic: Will the ice caves make an appearance this year? Hear their predictions on this week’s program. Also on this week’s show, Jacey Dean talks about creating the TV pilot “A Dealership Christmas” right here in the Twin Ports.

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10th Annual Writers Read: Awakenings

Listen To Wisconsin 7th Congressional Primary Debates

International Joint Commission Listening Sessions In Ashland

Hear Me Out Talks Broadband, Domestic Violence

9th Annual Writers Read To Air This February

Audio Of Chemical Safety Board Hearing On Husky

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FirstNet, AT&T Launch Expanded Cell Service On Red Cliff Reservation

Northern Wisconsin Communities Moving Forward On Housing Study

Northern Wisconsin Counties Seek State Support For Mental Health Services

Coal Shipping In Twin Ports Drops To Lowest Level In Decades While Wind Cargo Surges

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