Ephemeral Ponds
Ephemeral ponds are here today, gone tomorrow, especially in the spring.
Writer Jill Sisson Quinn shares why she loves these ponds and the wonders she’s found within them.
Deep Net Smelting
Along the northern Wisconsin shores of Lake Superior, smelting is still a strong tradition. But this year, with a winter that wouldn’t end, the smelting season was turned on its head and the traditional means were useless.
Jackie Robinson
Jackie Robinson’s historic life was recently the subject of the hit film. But there’s a lesser known Robinson story with a Wisconsin connection. Commentator Dean Robbins has the story.
Powwow Trail
Contemporary powwows provide communities a chance to gather and celebrate. Each of Wisconsin’s 11 federally recognized American Indian Nations hosts powwows. College student Dylan Jennings from the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa sings, dances, and travels with the drum group Midnight Express.
Powwow Trail – Keeping the Beat
This video “Powwow Trail” is from the Wisconsin Media Lab series “The Ways.”
Duke Ellington in Wisconsin
Today is the anniversary of the death of musical legend Duke Ellington. The most prolific composer of the 20thcentury, Ellington was a musical innovator throughout his life.
Commentator Dean Robbins tells us about a piece Ellington wrote just for us.
Driving to Door County
Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start to the summer travel season. Writer Catherine Jagoe looks forward to one such trip all year.
Ramps
Each spring, ramps inspire the breathless praise and devotion of foodies and foragers. Writer Brett Laidlaw explains the appeal of this wild edible.
The Birds
May is prime bird-watching season in Wisconsin as many migratory birds return to nest or stop to refuel on the way north. Commentator Eddee Daniels tells us how he learned to hear the birds of spring.
State-in-Law
Many of us come to love Wisconsin by birth. But for others, it comes through marriage. Writer Benjamin Percy tells us how Wisconsin became his state-in-law.
Breakfast at Rosie’s
Every morning at 5:30, Rosie Perez and her daughter, Teresa Kerns, open up the quaint and cozy Rosie’s Cafe in La Crosse. They’ve been working together for almost 30 years. Rosie’s usually in the back making soup, pies, cinnamon rolls from scratch, while Teresa switches between serving tables and cooking on the grill.
Slimey Crud Run
There are many organized motorcycle rides and rallies in Wisconsin. But writer Ron Davis has a special place in his heart for one particular ride.
Spring Planting
Spring is planting time for gardeners and farmers. Writer and farmer Justin Isherwood shares his reflection on the ancient art and annual practice of planting.
Poetry and Family
Every April, National Poetry Month gets lots of people excited about discovering new poets and maybe even writing a poem or two. Steven Rodriguez is a student in the UW Madison’s First Wave Hip Hop arts program.
Maple Sugaring
Early spring is maple time in Wisconsin. A genuine product of the north, maple syrup has been prized for centuries. Teresa Marrone takes us into the sugar bush.
“Red Cabbage & Berry Salad” recipe from Modern Maple
Ever get a craving for fresh, raw, colorful vegetables and fruits that are simply prepared?