Shereen Siewert welcomes University of Wisconsin-Madison pediatrician Dr. Dipesh Navsaria, Marathon County Director of Special Education Kelly Kapitz and early childhood advocate and educator Rachel Gianinni to talk about the dramatic effect of early childhood education.

Shereen Siewert welcomes Brian Cummins of Great Northern Distilling, Plover, Sara Brish of the Stevens Point Area Convention and Visitors Bureau and beverage consultant Zach Strenger of Copper & Pines Cocktail Company, Stevens Point, to discuss central and northern Wisconsin’s thirst for premium, limited-edition spirits and the impact the craft spirit industry is having on our local economy.

Shereen Siewert welcomes Brian Cummins of Great Northern Distilling, Plover, Sara Brish of the Stevens Point Area Convention and Visitors Bureau and beverage consultant Zach Strenger of Copper & Pines Cocktail Company, Stevens Point, to discuss central and northern Wisconsin’s thirst for premium, limited-edition spirits and the impact the craft spirit industry is having on our local economy.

Shereen Siewert welcomes musicians Art Stevenson and Jerry Schmitt along with WYTE radio morning show host Larry “Big Red” Wnorowski for an exploration of country music, from its earliest roots to its enduring popularity.

Shereen Siewert welcomes musicians Art Stevenson and Jerry Schmitt along with WYTE radio morning show host Larry “Big Red” Wnorowski for an exploration of country music, from its earliest roots to its enduring popularity.

Like much of the nation, Wisconsin’s job market is booming, but businesses are continuing to grapple with a shortage of skilled labor.

Shereen Siewert welcomes Dr. Sam Dinga and Marc Young, two key players at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point who are working to recruit and retain a diverse student body at area campuses.

Shereen Siewert welcomes Marathon County Public Library Marketing Specialist Dan Richter to talk about the most highly anticipated reads of the season. Wisconsin Public Radio journalist Rob Mentzer will also join the discussion to talk about the upcoming third annual Central Wisconsin Book Festival .

Hunger and homelessness are pervasive issues in central and northern Wisconsin, but fighting poverty becomes even more crucial when children are involved. Statewide, more than 18,500 students are homeless, about a third of whom are in central and northern Wisconsin school districts.

From hayrides to apple picking, there’s something for everyone this fall in Wisconsin, all within easy driving distance for a quick weekend road trip.