A Wisconsin Children's book expert and librarian joins us to share titles for the kids and teens in your life, whether you're looking for a good gift idea or just adding to a reading list.

Great Gift Books For Kids And Teens

Join host Larry Meiller every weekday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on The Ideas Network stations as he discusses environmental and consumer issues, gardening and helpful "how-to" topics with his guests.

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It’s natural for dogs to bark, but there comes a point when constant, aggravated barking is a nuisance for humans and a sign of concern for the dog. One of our favorite veterinarians is back to share how to help a dog that barks too much.

Pet care: What to do when your dog won’t stop barking

First, we talk about ENERGY STAR, a program that can help you conserve and save money at home. Then, we hear updates about a Wisconsin-based clean energy initiative.

Sustainable energy at home and in the community

Many people are interested in lawns that feed pollinators. We talk with a turf expert about the latest research on non-grass alternatives and answer your lawn care questions.

Garden Talk: If not grass then what? Lawn alternatives

We learn more about advance care planning amid Healthcare Decisions Week. Then, two experts from Wisconsin Medigap Helpline walk you through signing up for Medicare after turning 65.

Advance care directive awareness; Your Medicare guide at 65

A brood of periodical cicadas that call part of Wisconsin home is emerging for the first time in 17 years this spring. We cover all things cicada with one of our favorite entomologists. Find the UW Insect Diagnostic Lab here. Learn more about cicadas here. Help map periodical cicadas in Wisconsin by visiting this link.

Great Gift Books For Kids And Teens

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