Stay safe and sane with fireworks this weekend, says DNR

Be safe and sane with your 4th of July fireworks this weekend. Department of Natural Resources wildfire prevention specialist Catherine Koele says you should take simple steps to keep yourself and the environment safe. “Concrete or gravel areas, have a water...

DNR recommends getting passes online

Get your vehicle or trail pass before visiting one of Wisconsin’s many outdoor recreation areas. Wisconsin has 50 state parks, 15 state forests and 44 state bike trails. If you’re headed to one this weekend, you’ll need a daily or annual admission...

ATV & UTV operators urged to ride safely

Wisconsin ATV and UTV operators are urged to ride safe this season. Jake Holsclaw is Off-highway Vehicle Administrator with the Department of Natural Resources. “First and foremost, we just want people to remember that, hey, these are like any recreational vehicle and...

Sarah Meaney leaving Wisconsin’s top Tourism job

Department of Tourism Secretary-designee Sara Meaney is leaving the Evers Administration. Governor Tony Evers appointed Meaney in December 2018, among the first appointments announced to the Democratic governor’s cabinet. Along with Department of Health Services...

State tourism gets $8 million in coronavirus stimulus money

The latest piece of Wisconsin’s coronavirus stimulus money is going to the state’s tourism industry. Governor Tony Evers and Tourism Secretary-designee Sara Meaney announced that $8-million in grants will be provided to tourism boards and tourism managers...

UW-Stevens Point Trivia Contest put on hold

The annual UW-Stevens Point Trivia Contest has been put on hold thanks to COVID-19, and it’s just one more ripple that could hurt the local economy. Stevens Point Mayor Mike Wiza (WE-zah) says this is going to have a significant impact on Portage County...

Snowmobile safety is a focus this week

A reminder for safe snowmobiling. Captain April Dombrowski, DNR Recreational Safety Section Chief, says smart, sober operation is the lesson of International Snowmobile Safety Week. “It’s really about practicing that zero alcohol,” she said....

More snow coming to Wisconsin this weekend

You’re not going to escape it – there is at least a chance of snow for just about everyone in the state over the next few days.   The National Weather Service says you should enjoy the nice holiday weather today because Friday, Saturday and Sunday figure to include...

Check your hunting cabin for carbon monoxide, says WPS

While most people have updated their smoke and carbon monoxide detectors at home, a Wisconsin Public Service spokesperson says you should also check your hunting shack as well. Spokesperson Matt Cullen tells WXPR Radio to be safe, check the detectors at the shack....

Milwaukee leaders making bid to host G-7 Summit

Milwaukee city leaders seem to making a serious push to host the G-7 Summit next year. The effort comes after President Trump was pressured into not hosting the event at one of his own resorts.  Mayor Tom Barrett has sent a letter to the White House promoting the...

Pulling ‘Nails” – UW landmark being removed

A widely reviled landmark on the University of Wisconsin campus is going away. “Nails’ Tales,” a pile of footballs in roughly the shape of an Egyptian obelisk, has graced the south plaza near Camp Randall Stadium and the UW Fieldhouse for 14 years....