UFOs in Wisconsin
Many towns stake their claim to fame on an historical event, a large fiberglass object, or local delicacy. In Wisconsin, not one, but three towns claim to be the state’s UFO Capital.
Wisconsin’s Historic Velodrome
For 87 years, every Tuesday night in the summer, bicycle racers have thrilled spectators at the Washington Park Velodrome in Kenosha. Producer Nancy Camden went to see the riders race around the oval track.
Don’t Go To Wisconsin
Writer June Melby tells us everything that’s wrong with Wisconsin so that you’ll stay away” and leave it for us to enjoy.
Tractor Parade
Three times a year, a group of antique tractor collectors get together for a multi-day ride. Producer Adam Hirsch rode along for a day and found out why life is better at tractor speed.
A Little Wisconsin In NYC
Off a busy street in Greenwich Village lay a cluster of restaurants known as Little Wisco. Owned and operated by Wisconsinites, these restaurants celebrate the spirit of the state.
Producer Erin Clune went to talk with Wisconsin ex-pats Adam Benedetto and Brian Bartels.
A Visit To My Temple
Next week marks the two year anniversary of the tragic shooting at the Sikh temple in Oak Creek. Shauna Singh Baldwin tells us about sharing her faith and her temple with a young friend.
Wisconsin in Postcards
Wisconsin’s small town and rural landscapes take center stage in a photography project by two photographers. John Shimon and Julie Lindemann compare and contrast modern Wisconsin with old postcard images they have found.
Ecologist Researches Birds, Mammals And Aquatic Life On St. Martin Island
The Nature Conservancy’s Mike Grimm regularly walks this island sanctuary where most people will never step foot. Mike explores this newly acquired island for the National Fish and Wildlife Service to provide the agency with a complete inventory of migratory bird use of the island and to better understand importance of these islands for migratory birds.
Museum Director Returns Cultural Artifacts To Native Nations
The Logan Museum of Anthropology is home to some 300,000 artifacts, primarily of Native American origins. It’s the only museum in Wisconsin dedicated entirely to anthropology. The museum’s Director Bill Green oversees the collection and is working with his staff to repatriate Native American artifacts to tribes across North America and at the same time making it an education opportunity for Beloit College students to experience this world class museum.
Collector Found His Passion In Cookie Jars
Jerry Oscarson collects cookie jars… a lot of cookie jars. Jerry didn’t get his first cookie jar until he was in his 30’s, but his collection grew quickly and is now more than one thousand.
Former Actress Finds Another Stage As Taliesin Tour Guide
For most of her life, Margaret Ingraham has been drawn to the stage.
“At (Madison) West High school I had a very interesting experience of senior year taking a speech course, taught by a woman named Ruth McCarty,” Ingraham said.
Wisconsin Life #204: “A Curious Collection”
A Taliesin tour guide, migratory bird sanctuary and cow chip champ are all featured in this episode.
The Nature Conservancy’s Mike Grimm regularly walks through an island sanctuary where most people will never step foot.
Keep Your Shirt On
Swimming is one of the joys of summer. But for some kids, swimming is no day at the beach. Mike Paulus tells us his story.
South Milwaukee Woman Is Wisconsin State Cow Chip Throw Champ
South Milwaukee’s Terry Stramowski is widely recognized as the champ to beat… in the Wisconsin Cow Chip Throw and Festival. Terry has taken first place during 18 of the annual events – and placed second in five other years.
My Wisconsin Water
We all have our own reasons for loving Wisconsin. For John Galligan, it’s the water. He tells us how he found his connection to the state.