WXCO News

We talk about the legacy of Gary Gisselman as the longtime public servant and historian passed away on Saturday at the age of 82. We also celebrate a historic moment in Major League Baseball we see the first woman to umpire a regular season game, shattering a century-old glass ceiling. Meanwhile, there was also a distasteful social media post by Donald Trump Jr. that underscores ongoing sexism, reminding listeners of the importance of respect and equality.

In the first two local segments we talk to Good News Project Executive Director Christine Daniels about some of the important people involved in the organization that “Be the Good.” In the second two segments we are joined by Paul Michlig to talk Wisconsin sports, including the Brewers’ incredible run and the Packers kicking off the preseason on Saturday.

Guest: Nancy Stencil. The episode dives into the political landscape, focusing on the upcoming gubernatorial and state Supreme Court races, with Chris Taylor emerging as a key candidate. Nancy Stencil discusses the public’s anxiety over economic uncertainty and the sense that the government is out of touch. The conversation shifts to protests against Tom Tiffany and broader dissatisfaction with both parties. There’s a call for Democrats to adopt a bolder stance on pocketbook issues like affordable housing and healthcare, criticizing their tepid approach and urging a focus on middle-class struggles. The overarching message? Democrats need to step up and truly champion the average citizen.

Michael Andrews of the South Beach Chamber Ensemble discusses the whirlwind schedule of the 19th Annual South Beach Up North Wausau Chamber Music Festival, with shows this weekend in Wausau, Minocqua and Marshfield. He shares the rich history of his cherished cello and the ensemble’s efforts to secure funding amidst dwindling arts support. Plus we talk about individuals stepping up, that we have talked to this week, to do go things and how we need some of that attitude in the office of the President of the United States.

Complete and unedited interview with Michael Andrews at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4giAwjZrX7U

We are joined by Ken Smith and Allison Oliphant to discuss a GoFundMe to start a scholarship at Wausau East HS in honor of Wausau East graduate and Wausau School District team member Laura Morris. Laura passed away last November after a brave battle with cancer. We talk about Laura’s life and fight with dignity and courage, the scholarship that will honor her, the community support and more.

To view and hear the interview unedited go to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JRAkdqCoOZA

To donate to the scholarship fund go to https://www.gofundme.com/f/donate-to-laura-morris-memorial-scholarship-fund?attribution_id=sl:940cc788-823d-4b7a-a71c-3e0204a9378e&lang=en_US&ts=1753301487&utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&utm_content=amp13_t1&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link&scrlybrkr=bd36788a