WRPN News

Howard Stibb of Riponfest talks about the 3-day festival coming up at Ripon’s Barlow Park June 19th through the 21st.

Michelle Reinen is the state’s Administrator of the Division of Trade and Consumer Protection. She talks about “Juice Jacking,” Recovery Scams, and Internet Safety for Summer Break.

Chief Deputy Matt Vande Kolk talked about an arrest in a fatal UTV accident, a sergeant’s retirement, conclusion of the Highway 23 project, and a special badge they are wearing to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary.

Alex talked about the possibility of a special session in an effort to return some of the $1.8 billion in state budget surplus to taxpayers. He also says he will be running for another term this fall.

DeAnn Thurmer talks about her 41-year career in rural health care. She is currently president of Waupun Memorial Hospital, Ripon Community Hospital, and St. Clare Hospital. She retires on July 1st.

Police Officer Lindsey Michels and Pastor Paul Ethington talk about the 11th Annual Bike Rodeo coming up at Barlow Park Sunday from 11:30 am to 2 pm.

Envision’s Director of Agricultural Programming Amy Ries talks about June Dairy Month and Breakfast on the Farm.

Emergency Management Director John Ross talks about Heat Awareness Day which is June 3rd. He also talked about efforts to raise money an Emergency Safety booklet that could be distributed to younger families.

Association CEO Stephanie Prellwitz talks about the release of an Economic Impact Study. She also had information on the State of the Lake Breakfast and The Lake Ball and how to RSVP or buy tickets for those events.

Dr. Jason Geiger of Ripon Community Hospital’s Emergency Department talks about summer safety and the types of injuries they see.