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It’s another cold Monday and we start by discussing the news of the weekend, which was the killing of a VA nurse by ICE agents in Minneapolis. Immediately following the tragedy, members of the federal government attempted to pass along false information that was contradicted by the video of the incident. They lied.

In the third and fourth segments of the first hour we are joined by state Representative Francesca Hong, who is running for the Democratic nomination for Governor in 2026. We discuss how she would deal with a federal government that uses threats against states to get their way, her plans for rural areas on Wisconsin, education, health care, her budget priorities and more.

The Chad Holmes Show is part of Civic Media and can be heard from 8 to 9 am weekdays on 98.9 WXCO, wxco.fm, mobile devices by searching WXCO and on the Civic Media app. The 9 am to 10 am hour can be heard on the 98.9 WXCO YouTube channel and on the “Sports 2 Stream” of wxco.fm and Civic Media app.

On a frigid Friday morning with temperatures starting around 25 below zero with wind chills of 50 below we discuss the weather. Not only is it cold now it will stay that way for the next week. Plus, tips on how to stay safe in the cold.

We are joined by Paul Michlig to discuss/argue the Brewers’ trade of Freddy Peralta, the potential trade of Giannis by the Bucks, the Badger men’s basketball team’s win streak and Marquette basketball’s struggles.

In the second hour we talk about Wednesday’s Democratic Gubernatorial Debate moderated by Civic Media’s Dan Shafer plus an interview with Marathon HS girls’ basketball coach Jeff Schneider. Finally, some news on Ian’s audition and potential role in the next Wausau Community Theatre show and the Number of the Day quiz.

The Chad Holmes Show is part of Civic Media and can be heard from 8 to 9 am weekdays on 98.9 WXCO, wxco.fm, mobile devices by searching WXCO and on the Civic Media app. The 9 am to 10 am hour can be heard on the 98.9 WXCO YouTube channel and on the “Sports 2 Stream” of wxco.fm and Civic Media app.

In the first hour we talk politics with Marathon County Democratic Party chairperson Nancy Stencil. From the Democratic race for Governor, recruiting candidates locally, the situation in Minneapolis and the response of national Democrats plus more.

In the second hour it’s a smorgasbord of issues: the Brewers trade Freddy Peralta to the Mets. Chad hates it. The cold weather leads to postponements including tonight’s scheduled big hockey match up between Wausau West and SPASH. Chad hates that too. Finally a discussion on the importance of 2026. There have been historically significant years throughout the United States’ history. This will likely be one of those years.

The Chad Holmes Show is part of Civic Media and can be heard from 8 to 9 am weekdays on 98.9 WXCO, wxco.fm, mobile devices by searching WXCO and on the Civic Media app. The 9 am to 10 am hour can be heard on the 98.9 WXCO YouTube channel and on the “Sports 2 Stream” of wxco.fm and Civic Media app.

We continue our visits with candidates for Governor to succeed Governor Tony Evers with the current Lt. Governor, Sara Rodriguez. We talk about her ideas concerning rules for ICE, rural issues, health care, hospitals and more.

The Chad Holmes Show is part of Civic Media and can be heard from 8 to 9 am weekdays on 98.9 WXCO, wxco.fm, mobile devices by searching WXCO and on the Civic Media app. The 9 am to 10 am hour can be heard on the 98.9 WXCO YouTube channel and on the "Sports 2 Stream" of wxco.fm and Civic Media app.

We are joined by Wisconsin Lt. Governor Sara Rodriguez to discuss her proposal to set rules for ICE agents in Wisconsin. We also talk about her ideas for health care coverage, rural hospitals and access to health care, education, 2-year colleges and more.

Another Wisconsin Gubernatorial candidate, Brett Hulsey, calls in to discuss a run-in he had with State Senator Cory Tomczyk.

The Chad Holmes Show is part of Civic Media and can be heard from 8 to 9 am weekdays on 98.9 WXCO, wxco.fm, mobile devices by searching WXCO and on the Civic Media app. The 9 am to 10 am hour can be heard on the 98.9 WXCO YouTube channel and on the "Sports 2 Stream" of wxco.fm and Civic Media app.