La Crosse Receives Housing Funds, Black History Month Program Showcases Movies And Discussion

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An image from the film The Torture Letters
An image from the film “The Torture Letters,” which is being shown as part of the Milwaukee Film’s Black History Month program. Courtesy of author and filmmaker Laurence Ralph.

We learn about new funding for those facing housing challenges caused by the pandemic in La Crosse. Then, we discuss the Milwaukee Film program’s Black History Month offerings, which include virtual movies and events available statewide.

Featured in this Show

  • La Crosse Receives COVID-19 Housing Funding

    The La Crosse Housing Authority was recently awarded funding to help people in crisis during the pandemic. We learn how programs in Western Wisconsin help people find affordable housing and get an update on homelessness in the region.

  • Milwaukee Film's Black History Month Program

    Milwaukee Film and its ‘Black Lens’ program celebrate their third annual Black History Month program with virtual movie screenings and panel discussions. We talk with the group’s culture and communities director about the film lineup.

Episode Credits

  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Courtney Everett Producer
  • L. Malik Anderson Producer
  • Lee Rayburn Technical Director
  • Caroline Gregerson Guest
  • Geraud Blanks Guest

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