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When It's A Short Haul From Farm To Table

In Wisconsin, the idea of food that's grown for and by city residents isn't a new one. Urban agriculture projects of various sizes are continuing to grow. 

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Battles Facing Wisconsin's Wildlife

A Republican-authored measure is hoping to eliminate woodchucks from Wisconsin's protected species list and establish a hunting season that would allow people hunt and trap them. Also, with a growing...

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Floodplain Forest Restoration Aims To Stomp Out Invasive Grass

Scientists are working to restore and maintain floodplain forests in the upper Mississippi River to improve habitat for migrating birds and fish, and improve water quality.

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High Water Brings Difficult Conditions For Holiday Boaters On The Mississippi

Recent flooding along the Mississippi River means "no-wake" zones and hazardous conditions for boaters in western Wisconsin. 

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Clearing the Air On Fossil Fuel Subsidies In The Developing World

When it comes to international energy production, many developing nations have turned to subsidizing fossil fuel prices in an attempt to spur economic growth. But, does it come at a cost?

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Lessons From Summer Camp

As summer approaches, it’s time for many children - more than 14 million annually - to pack and head to summer camp. Join us for our conversation with an author who shares his experiences as a camper...

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NASA's Team Studying Climate Change On Earth

When people hear "NASA" they probably think of space exploration and other planets. But NASA has a team of scientists dedicated to further studying Earth. The team flies over Antarctica often, studying...

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Wisconsin State Parks To Visit This Summer

We talk about some of the best Wisconsin state parks to visit this summer, and we ask you to share your favorite Wisconsin places to visit!

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State Panel Urged To Look Ahead On Stewardship Program

A longtime expert on land conservation efforts urges foresight on the future of the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program.

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DNR Dyed Part Of Fox River Yellow To Track Invasive Species

Memorial Day weekend boaters in northeastern Wisconsin may have noticed an unusual color in the waters of the Fox River near Menasha.

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Firewood Restrictions Remain In Effect To Prevent Spread Of Invasive Insect

Firewood restrictions remain in effect in many Wisconsin counties to prevent the spread of an invasive insect that can kill ash trees. 

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DNR Action Could Lead to More Beaver Trapping; Shooting Of Doves

The DNR Board opens a state wildlife area to beaver trapping, and removes protected status for a non-native dove. 

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Red Cliff Tribe Buys Back Public Lands

The Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa recently bought around 80 acres of land from Bayfield County. The tribe has been working with the county, state and National Park Service to buy back public...

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Bridge Traffic Barred After Washout, Fatal Crash

A bridge crossing the Mississippi River in southwestern Wisconsin is closed after high water levels washed out part of the highway and led to a fatal accident.

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$1.37M Awarded For Saxon Harbor Repairs

One of the areas hardest hit by last summer's flooding in northern Wisconsin is set to see an infusion of cash to rebuild. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has set aside $1.375 million to help repair...

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Journalist Shares Some Of Her Favorite Wisconsin State Parks To Visit This...

You can go to the state parks any time of the year, but a multimedia journalist at the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel says summer is an especially great time to experience Wisconsin’s natural beauty.

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Kohler Co. Golf Course Plan Moves To Sheboygan Common Council

A controversial golf course proposal for Sheboygan County moved ahead Tuesday evening as the Sheboygan Plan Commission recommended part of the town where the course would be located be annexed into the...

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A Case For Leaving The Paris Climate Change Agreement

President Donald Trump tweeted that a formal decision will be made in the coming days, but reports say he is expected to pull the United States out of the Paris climate change agreement.

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Exploring The Culture Of American Hiking

With summer just around the corner, it’s time to lace up those boots and hit the trails! Join us for a trek into the history and culture of American hiking plus a look at the future of America’s trails.

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Wisconsin Supreme Court Upholds Frac Sand Mine Rejection

The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled Trempealeau County was right to deny a frac sand mining permit to Iowa-based AllEnergy in 2013. The company has argued their permit was denied based on unsubstantiated...

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