The new CEO of Community Smiles, Scott Marshall joins Kristin on Spanning the State to talk about their holiday fundraiser “ Smiles for the Season” which helps them provide dental care as a gift to children in need. He shares what plans they have for next year, how they are managing different locations, and more. Also according to Marshall a dental cleaning and exam only costs $55. Text “Smile” to (855)616-1620 for more information on how you can help Community Smiles.

Kristin Brey, the founder of As Goes Wisconsin, and longtime WTMJ host Brian Noonan are skilled at taking the complex and making it digestible. They will take you behind the headlines of the day’s biggest stories from across Wisconsin. Fans will hear the stories being told by those who live and cover those communities firsthand for the most accurate and relevant information.

Today on Spinning the State:

Franklin - Someone Call About a Noise Complaint?

Lac La Belle - Lac La Belle and Oconomowoc Town Plan to Merge.

Kenny Asselin Captain of Fire Prevention at the West Bend Fire Department joins Spanning the State to give tips and tricks on fire safety throughout the holiday season. He shares, what are the biggest areas of concern regarding fire danger, what type of threat Christmas tress pose, or how to avoid being a Clark Griswald and overloading your extension cords.

Kristin Brey, the founder of As Goes Wisconsin, and longtime WTMJ host Brian Noonan are skilled at taking the complex and making it digestible. They will take you behind the headlines of the day’s biggest stories from across Wisconsin. Fans will hear the stories being told by those who live and cover those communities firsthand for the most accurate and relevant information.

Steve Scaffidi is guest co-hosting Spanning the State and here for the Political Power HALF Hour. This week Kristin and Steve chat about the government shutdown after The House rejected a new plan to fund the government and its ripple effects for Government Workers. Then they pivot to the power of Elon Musk, his role in the shutdown and what a Trump turn will look like with Musk at his side. As well as DOGE vs. GOAT how Assembly Speaker Robin Vos is assembling his “government efficiency committee” and how it ties into Artificial Intelligence.

AAA Midwest Director of Public Affairs, Nick Jarmusz joins the show to talk about prepare your car for Winter. He shares whether it’s too late in the season to add preventative measure, what’s on the checklist to get serviced by a mechanic, and safety tips for severe weather so you are prepared in an emergency.

Kristin Brey, the founder of As Goes Wisconsin, and longtime WTMJ host Brian Noonan are skilled at taking the complex and making it digestible. They will take you behind the headlines of the day’s biggest stories from across Wisconsin. Fans will hear the stories being told by those who live and cover those communities firsthand for the most accurate and relevant information.

Pet Expert Steve Dale talks to Kristin and Brian about pet safety for your animals during the holiday season. He explains which holiday decorations can be dangerous and how. As well as how to help a babies and small children love their family pets in a safe way.

Today on Spinning the State:

Sheboygan - City approves funds to enhance cyber-security.

Mauston - School district likely to dissolve if referendum fails.

Wausau - Boy with leaking Boot fountain to return to downtown Wausau.