The tough budget choices facing communities, News from Wisconsin sports

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Baseballs are held in a basket on the field before the Cincinnati Reds played the Milwaukee Brewers
Baseballs are held in a basket on the field before a baseball game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Milwaukee Brewers in Cincinnati, Sunday, July 18, 2021. Bryan Woolston/AP Photo

Municipal leaders across Wisconsin are deliberating how much to spend on public services such as parks, libraries and public safety. The Brown County executive discusses his budget priorities. Then, a sports journalist recaps recent news from the Packers, Brewers, Bucks and Badgers.

Featured in this Show

  • Brown County executive calls for $350 million in spending

    Brown County’s executive is calling for a “historic” cut in property tax levies for next year’s budget. The more than 10 percent cut would be the lowest county levy since 1984. We talk with the county executive about next year’s budget priorities.

  • Wisconsin sports roundup

    The Green Bay Packers are 3-2 this season after losing to the New York Giants in London. A Wisconsin sports reporter joins us for a roundup on college and pro ball. Plus, we discuss the NFL’s new concussion protocol.

Episode Credits

  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Royce Podeszwa Producer
  • Courtney Everett Producer
  • Maria Lopez Technical Director
  • Troy Streckenbach Guest
  • Justus Cleveland Guest

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