Why We Should Be Procrastibaking, Wisconsin Coronavirus Cases That Linger, State’s Utility Shutoff Moratorium Extended

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The time to bake more involved, more delicious treats is now, our Food Friday guest argues — especially if you’re putting off working on, or even baking, something else. And a reporter shares what he found when talking with different Wisconsin residents about their experiences with and recovering from COVID-19. And we learn more about the decision by state regulators to prevent utility companies from shutting off services for another month.

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  • Food Friday: Baking To Pass The Time, Or Avoid Doing Other Work

    A pastry chef, cake blogger and expert procrastinator gives us permission to avoid other more “important” activities, as long as we fill the time with baking.

  • What Does 'Recovered' Really Mean When It Comes To COVID-19? The Experience Varies For Wisconsinites And Beyond

    The Wisconsin Department of Health Services’ website shows the latest data on COVID-19 cases including the percentage people who have recovered. But what ‘recovered’ means to the health department might not be the same for everyone. We talk with a WisContext reporter about the wide range recovery experiences for some Wisconsinites.

  • Wisconsin Utility Shutoff Moratorium Extended Another Month Due To COVID-19

    Wisconsin’s moratorium on utility shutoffs has been extended until October 1 due to the economic fallout tied to the COVID-19 pandemic. We talk to a journalist to learn more about the decision and some pushback to the move.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Tim Peterson Producer
  • Natalie Guyette Producer
  • J. Carlisle Larsen Producer
  • Erin Gardner Guest
  • Mark Riechers Guest
  • Danielle Kaeding Guest
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director

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