First, we hear about the rollout of COVID-19 vaccines for emergency medical workers. Then, we learn about how restaurants and taverns may soon be able to sell alcoholic drinks to go — with special sealed lids — in an effort to boost their financial situation.
Featured in this Show
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EMS Workers Navigate Unique Pandemic Challenges
COVID-19 vaccines are now being given to first responders, including paramedics and firefighters. We learn about the immunization process for emergency medical workers and how the pandemic has affected their work.
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Proposal Would Allow Alcoholic Drink To-Go Sales
Under proposed legislation, restaurants and taverns could soon sell alcoholic beverages — such as mixed drinks or glasses of wine — in a to-go fashion, just like food. A representative from the Wisconsin Restaurant Association, which strongly supports this idea, joins us to discuss how much this would help struggling eateries.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Jana Rose Schleis Producer
- Courtney Everett Producer
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
- Alan DeYoung Guest
- Kristine Hillmer Guest
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