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WPR Southwest Business Sponsor Profile: Viroqua Food Co-op

WPR is pleased to have the Viroqua Food Co-op among our dedicated business sponsors. Located in the heart of the Driftless Region, the natural foods and products co-op is located in downtown...Read more

Thank You WPR Southwest Business Sponsors!

WPR wants to thank our business sponsors here in southwestern Wisconsin for their continued support of our mission to inform, inspire and educate our listeners – before, during and after the...Read more

Connect With Our Aging And Caregiver Resources

One in six Wisconsin residents is 65 or older. By 2040, that's expected to grow to one in four. Not surprisingly, this growing segment of our population is creating new challenges for families,...Read more

Join WPR In Supporting Our Community Arts And Cultural Partners

WPR is proud to support our area's arts and cultural partners! While many area events have been canceled or postponed during the current pandemic, a number of online activities and events have...Read more

Newsmakers Highlights Hmong Youth Podcast

WPR is host to a new podcast produced by Hmong high school students from La Crosse and Holmen. Entitled “HmongBAEs,” the podcast covers issues such as racism, gender roles and historical trauma....Read more

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Southwestern News

La Crosse Chef Hopes To Support Black Farmers With '40 Acres And A Mule'

June 22, 2020 - 8:00am

Adrain Lipscombe at Uptowne Cafe & Bakery in La Crosse

La Crosee chef Adrian Lipscombe said she’s hoping the 40 Acres And a Mule Project will not only support existing Black farmers but also create relationships with the predominantly white ag industry in Wisconsin.

'We Are Not Heading In The Right Direction': La Crosse County Sees Spike In COVID-19 Cases

June 18, 2020 - 3:50pm

County health officials are warning of widespread exposures to COVID-19 at local bars and restaurants.

As County Fairs Cancel, Wisconsin 4-H Finds New Ways To Engage With Youth

June 16, 2020 - 8:00am

File photo of the Winnebago County Fair.

While some events have continued online, county educators in rural areas say lack of reliable internet is a barrier to keeping youth and volunteers involved.

Will Wisconsin Kids Need An Eventual COVID-19 Vaccine To Go To School? History Has Some Answers.

June 12, 2020 - 6:25am

Historical sketch of Milwaukee residents during smallpox riots of 1984

A law or state policy mandating kids get a COVID-19 vaccine to go to school or day care is a possibility, but Wisconsin law leaves room for parents to opt out based on their personal beliefs about vaccine safety.

Shows

Newsmakers

Newsmakers, June 26, 2020

Friday, June 26, 2020, 10:00am

We talk with the new superintendent and the retiring superintendent of the La Crosse School District as the district prepares for a change in leadership July 1. We also talk about the delayed start of La Crosse Loggers baseball as the summer entertainment staple prepares to welcome fans in the midst of a pandemic.

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The Morning Show

La Crosse County Sees Surge In Coronavirus Cases

Tuesday, June 23, 2020, 7:30am

Last week, La Crosse County saw an increase of 41 coronavirus cases in two days. Plus, individuals may have been exposed to the virus after visiting certain establishments downtown. We talk with an infectious disease specialist about what a peak would look like in the area.

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The Morning Show

Coronavirus Treatments, Surge In La Crosse Cases

Tuesday, June 23, 2020, 7:00am

A doctor explains the latest therapies being developed to treat the coronavirus. Then, we learn about La Crosse County's recent surge in cases.

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Newsmakers

Newsmakers, June 19, 2020

A medical worker administers a COVID test

Friday, June 19, 2020, 10:00am

A sudden spike in the number of coronavirus cases in La Crosse County this week has raised the threat level to red⌐ the most severe risk level the La Crosse County Health Department measures. We also talk about the local food movement with a farmer and meat processor from the area.

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Newsmakers

Newsmakers, June 12, 2020

Friday, June 12, 2020, 10:00am

We explore the issues of child abuse and domestic violence during the coronavirus pandemic. Thousands of people use the YMCA in La Crosse and Onalaska to stay in shape.We check in with the organization as it begins a gradual reopening.

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