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See "Cabaret" At The La Crosse Community Theatre!

WPR is pleased to support the La Crosse Community Theatre’s current performance season, including its production of the musical “Cabaret,” on stage now through May 27.

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Reception Issues With La Crosse Stations

La Crosse-area listeners to WPR's 88.9 and 90.3, as well as viewers of Wisconsin Public Television's WHLA-TV programming in La Crosse, will notice occasional interruptions to normal programming...Read more

WPR Supports Community Arts And Activities

WPR is proud to support our areas arts and cultural partners! Organizations with current and upcoming events are listed below:

Wisconsin Public Broadcasting Featured At La Crosse Library's "Monday Mornings At Main"

Wisconsin Public Radio and Television's past, present and future was the featured topic recently at the La Crosse Public Library's "Monday Mornings At Main" series. Wisconsin Public...Read more

Business Sponsor Profile: Driftless Market In Platteville

Platteville's Driftless Market offers shoppers one location to get all of their shopping needs met, focusing on local, sustainable and environmentally-friendly products at affordable prices. In...Read more

La Crosse's 88.9 Honors African American History Month

La Crosse’s 88.9 recognizes African American History Month in February with new programs observing the musical roots of gospel and blues.

WLSU host/producer Gail Vaughan returns with new...Read more

Southwestern News

La Crosse Ambulance Service Using Essential Oils Instead Of Opioids

May 8, 2018 - 10:05am

An ambulance service in the La Crosse area is using aromatherapy as a way to cut down on pain medication use. Tri-State Ambulance is equipping paramedics with six different essential oils that can help treat pain, nausea or anxiety.

Mississippi River Reaches Flood Stage In Southwestern Wisconsin

May 4, 2018 - 12:05pm

The Mississippi River is near or above flood stage in many places along western Wisconsin — with some area communities reporting minor flooding.

Organic Producers Seek New Label As Doubts Over National Standards Grow

May 3, 2018 - 6:00am

The U.S. Department of Agriculture allows hydroponic operations to be certified as organic. But farmers across the country have been debating for almost a decade whether these soil-less farms really meet the standards for their industry.

Snowstorm Hitting Southern Wisconsin

April 18, 2018 - 2:55pm

While Wisconsin ranks in the lower half of state's for solar power generation, there are plenty of options for people who want to invest in solar in the state.

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