A year after the deadly shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, we hear about ways to prevent gun violence. Then, we learn how cities are managing wild turkeys. And, with the state covered in snow, an outdoor enthusiast explains the joy of cold weather sports.
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Abundant Life school shooting, one year later
A year ago, three people were killed and six injured in a mass shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison. A researcher who studies the psychology of gun violence explains how to prevent violence.
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Managing Wisconsin’s wild turkeys on the loose
Wisconsin communities are seeing a growing trend of wild turkeys roaming their streets. A game bird specialist at the Department of Natural Resources explains why this is happening more often, how people can co-exist with the birds, and how the state is updating its turkey management plan.
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How to enjoy Wisconsin’s winters outside
Wisconsin is already on track for a very snowy winter. Madison accumulated nearly 20 inches of snow so far this year, according to the State Climatology Office. We talk with the head of a local cross-country ski club about how to enjoy the great outdoors this winter.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Janet Hyde Guest
- Nick Matuszewski Guest
- Taylor Finger Guest
- Carrie Eaton Guest
- Beatrice Lawrence Producer
- Lorin Cox Producer
- Royce Podeszwa Producer
- Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Dean Knetter Executive Producer
- Tim Peterson Managing Producer
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