We learn about the positive economic impact rural breweries, wineries and distilleries are having on their local economies. Then we hear how there’s a shortage of space for treating youth for mental health in Wisconsin. And we round up the news this week coming out of Washington, D.C.
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Breweries, Distilleries And Wineries Impact Rural Economies
Many communities around Wisconsin are benefiting from breweries, distilleries and other alcohol-related businesses opening up, our guest says. We learn more about how these operations are having an impact on rural economies.
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Lack Of In-State Mental Health Treatment Options For Wisconsin Youth
New reporting from WisContext and Wisconsin Public Television shows that Wisconsin is sending hundreds of children being treated for mental illness out of state for treatment. We discuss why, and how it affects the mental health of an already vulnerable person being separated from their family and loved ones.
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This Week In Washington – May 15, 2019
President Trump’s ongoing trade negotiations with China have some Republicans worried about the impact tariffs could have on the 2020 election. We find out what lawmakers are saying. We also discuss a subpoena for Donald Trump Jr. from the Senate Intelligence Committee, and check in on the growing field of Democrats running for president.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Tim Peterson Producer
- Rachael Vasquez Producer
- Dean Knetter Producer
- Errin Welty Guest
- Will Cushman Guest
- Daniel Newhauser Guest
- Toluse Olorunnipa Guest
- J. Carlisle Larsen Interviewer
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