Paul Michlig joins us to talk Wisconsin sports. The Packers are heating things up with a blockbuster trade, bringing NFL star Micah Parsons from the Cowboys to Green Bay. In exchange, the Packers send two first-round picks and veteran Kenny Clark to Dallas. This shake-up could make the Packers the NFC favorites. Meanwhile, the Wisconsin Badgers kicked off their season with a 17-0 victory over Miami of Ohio, though injury woes continue. Brewers maintain their lead despite a split series against Arizona, and local high school football scores are in.

Sean Wright, Executive Director of Wausau's Grand Theater, chats with Chad Holmes about the theater's dynamic season featuring acts like The Wallflowers and The Righteous Brothers. Amidst baseball banter, they discuss the theater's upcoming packed season, including popular shows like Mrs. Doubtfire and Mannheim Steamroller. Wright highlights the importance of loyal patrons and the benefits of theater subscriptions. The conversation touches on the theater's ambitious $17 million Second Century Campaign and its impact on the local arts scene, including support for young talent through programs like the Jerry Awards. Meanwhile, Chad laments YouTube's decision to carry OAN, calling out its troubling implications for media integrity.

Joined by Christine Martens and Carl Martens of the Friends of Wausau Historic Landmarks to talk about a Thursday event that goes through the 5th District that was represented by the late Gary Gisselman. Gisselman was an important member of the group and we remembered him during the show as well. We also talked about the "Tour de Marathon County" event coming the last Saturday in September. Also, we talk about Trump's statement yesterday that he can do anything he wants since he is President. What?

You can hear and see the discussion with Christine and Carl at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MCe-uORMM8Q

For more info on the "Tour de Marathon County" go to https://wausauhistoriclandmarks.org/tour-de-marathon-county/ or on the Friends of Wausau Historical Landmarks Facebook. 

Today Randy Radtke, President of the North Central Wisconsin Labor Council, reflects on labor's evolution, highlighting a newfound appreciation for unions amid historical challenges. He critiques anti-union policies like Wisconsin's Act 10 and the 'right to work' laws, urging political candidates to prioritize workers' rights in upcoming elections. Meanwhile, Wausau's political scene heats up as the ethics board pushes forward with an investigation into Mayor Doug Diny's Dropbox removal, amid legal wranglings and potential DOJ involvement. The episode wraps with a preview of Wausau's Labor Day Parade and upcoming community events.

You can hear and watch our unedited discussion with Randy Radtke at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpgNFOcFI0c

We talk about the new time for the Wausau Morning Report (now at 6:52, 7:22, 7:52 and 8:22 am). Plus, about the protests this weekend continuing at Tiffany's office Friday and in Rib Mountain vs. Trump on Saturday. The Wausau Ethics Committee meets today to discuss the Mayor's motion to dismiss and a look at the week 1 HS football results.

Mayor Doug Diny's lawyers claim "due process" to try and get ethics complaint tossed in terms of the Drop Box issue. Paul Michlig joins us to talk last night's HS football season opener plus the Brewers and Badgers.

Dive into the tangled web of Wisconsin politics as Democratic Party chairperson Nancy Stencil discusses on the ongoing Dropbox investigation involving Mayor Doug Diny and the eyebrow-raising appointment of Eric Toney as special prosecutor. With a backdrop of political double standards, we scrutinize why Republican figures are often chosen to lead these probes, questioning the fairness of the system. The episode also highlights the strategic maneuvers of Democrats eyeing congressional seats, emphasizing the importance of focusing on core issues like education and social security.