Updates on roads and infrastructure, Food pantries and the holidays

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A semitruck on the Highway 12 bridge crossing over the Wisconsin River in Sauk City, Wis.
A semitruck on the Highway 12 bridge crossing over the Wisconsin River in Sauk City, Wis. on June 11, 2021. Bill Martens/WPR

Department of Transportation Secretary Craig Thompson talks about roadside safety laws, federal infrastructure funding and construction projects. Then, we hear from food pantry operators about their needs during the holidays.

Featured in this Show

  • State transportation updates on roadside safety, road construction projects and new infrastructure funding

    A new state law creates additional penalties meant to protect roadside emergency responders from being hit and injured by distracted drivers. State Department of Transportation Secretary Craig Thompson discusses that law, large road projects and federal infrastructure funding.

  • Local hunger-relief organizations prepare for holiday demand

    Last week, Gov. Tony Evers announced a $30 million investment in the state’s two largest hunger relief organizations. We talk with a local food bank and food pantry about food insecurity and what donations are needed most this holiday season.

Episode Credits

  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Steven Potter Producer
  • Royce Podeszwa Producer
  • Courtney Everett Producer
  • Maria Lopez Technical Director
  • Craig Thompson Guest
  • Ellen Carlson Guest
  • Nancy Renkes Guest