The mayor of the northwest Wisconsin city Washburn talks about how she’s dealing with national issues like housing and police reform at the local level. Then, we hear from an infectious disease specialist about the latest COVID-19 pandemic news, including vaccine eligibility and the new Omicron variant.
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Meet the mayor: Mary Motiff of Washburn
Cities are grappling with some of the country’s biggest issues, including climate change, police reform and affordable housing. In the latest of our talks with Wisconsin’s municipal leaders, we chat with Mayor Mary Motiff of Washburn, a city of about 2,000 people in northwest Wisconsin.
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COVID-19 news roundup: Omicron variant and boosters
The Center for Disease Control says anyone over the age of 18 who’s completed their primary COVID-19 vaccination series at least six months ago is eligible for a booster shot. We talk with a doctor who specializes in infectious disease about a new variant, boosters and vaccinating kids.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Joe Tarr Producer
- Clara Neupert Producer
- Maria Lopez Technical Director
- Mary Motiff Guest
- Dr. Nasia Safdar Guest
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