State representatives have proposed a new program to encourage FoodShare participants to buy fresh, locally grown products. One of the initiative’s sponsors joins us to discuss the potential benefits of this legislation. We also discuss the Baraboo School District’s new fan sportsmanship policy, and look at new numbers showing the state took in $71 million more than projected during the last fiscal year.
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State Revenue During Last Fiscal Year $71 Million More Than Projected
The Legislative Fiscal Bureau released figures Wednesday showing that the state took in $71 million more than projected during the 2014-2015 fiscal year.
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Wisconsin Democrats have proposed doubling the credit that SNAP benefit recipients receive when they buy Wisconsin-produced vegetables, fruit, meat, and dairy. Representative Lisa Subeck makes the argument.
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Baraboo School District Adopts New Sportsmanship Policy For Fans
Parents, students and coaches from the Baraboo School District recently created a new code of conduct for parents and fans alike. The district’s athletic director joins us to talk about the process of creating the new code, and how it will affect sporting events going forward.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Galen Druke Producer
- Matt Oleson Producer
- Todd Berry Guest
- Lisa Subeck Guest
- Jim Langkamp Guest
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