The Chad Holmes Show

We discuss what's happening in Wisconsin sports with Paul Michlig. The Brewers keep extending their division lead, the Packers get set for their 2nd preseason game and HS football practice is underway. The Chad Holmes Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 8-10 am on WXCO in Wausau, WI. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single epi...

In late June it was supposed to be the 2nd annual "Celebration of Life" through the Extra Innings organization. However, horrible weather led to the cancellation. But Ted Hartke joins us to tell all about the rescheduled event coming to Marathon Park on Sept. 14th. For more information go to extrainnings-wi.com. We also talk to Brittney Merlot about the potential for rain but a good end of the wee...

We talk to the Democratic nominee for the State Assembly in the 69th District, Roger Halls. We talk about his background, what got him into the race, issues he has discussed with voters and more. We also have our history lesson and the "Number for the Day" quiz with Ian. The Chad Holmes Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 8-10 am on WXCO in Wausau, W...

We are joined by Up North News host Pat Kreitlow to discuss the primary election, Eric Hovde and more. Brittney Merlot gives the info on what looks to be a wet couple of days. Then it's "NorthStar Knows" with Jay Cricks and John Garcia of NorthStar Restoration and NorthStar Builds. We talk about the career opportunities and more with NorthStar. The Chad Holmes Show is a part of the Civic Media rad...

We talk to Anja Hanington of the Grand Theater about Meat Loaf....not the food! A Meat Loaf tribute show coming to the Grand plus other great shows are coming soon....we get the details. Plus, more talk about the primary election results. Does going negative in a primary boomerang back on a candidate? The Chad Holmes Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday fr...

A big turnout throughout Wisconsin for the partisan primary yesterday. Bob Look is with us for the hour to discuss the results and more. Also talk to Brittney Merlot with the details on what looks to be a very wet forecast for the next couple of days. The Chad Holmes Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 8-10 am on WXCO in Wausau, WI. Subscribe to the...

We are joined in studio by director Cindi Strobel along with cast members Stephanie McFadden and Emily Hackworth to discuss the River & Woods Theatre production of "The Taming of the Shrew" opening this Thursday at Stewart Park in Wausau. Plus, WSAU prominently displays the mug shot and more information on a person they label an "illegal immigrant" accused of a serious crime on the front page...

We talk about our plans to get out and vote plus look at the contested races for congress and the assembly we will see in central Wisconsin. Also a look at the two constitutional amendments we will vote on....and why no on both is the correct answer. Brittney Merlot lets us know how long the great weather will stick around as well. The Chad Holmes Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network an...

We discuss a Cap Times editorial urging Wisconsin voters to vote down the two Contitutional amendments on the ballot Tuesday. Plus are joined by Director Elise Laughlin, Assistant Director Nolan Travis and members of the cast of this week's "A Midsummer Night's Dream" that is being staged by the River & Woods Theatre Company. The Chad Holmes Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and...

The Chad Holmes Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 8-10 am on WXCO in Wausau, WI. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow Chad Holmes on Facebook...

Paul Michlig joins us to talk Wisconsin sports including Rice Lake native Kenny Bednarek winning another silver at the Olympics and the Brewers stretching their lead in the NL Central. We also have our "Daily History Lesson" including Ian Welsh going for another correct answer in our "Number for the Day" quiz. The Chad Holmes Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through...

Today, August 9th, is the 50th anniversary of the only presidential resignation in US history. We look back to a great Gerald Ford speech following Richard Nixon's resignation. Also, why Nixon would have gotten away with it in 2024 because of the current Supreme Court. The Chad Holmes Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 8-10 am on WXCO in Wausau, WI....

We are joined by 7th District Congressional Democratic candidate Elsa Duranceau. We discuss an incident in her past that she wants voters to know about before Tuesday's primary and how her military career after that has helped her grow as a person and led to her being involved in public service. The Chad Holmes Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 8-1...

Pat Kreitlow joins us at the top of the show to discuss being on hand in Eau Claire yesterday for the campaign appearance of VP Kamala Harris and Minnesota governor Tim Walz. Brittney Merlot talks about a good looking weekend weather forecast and it's "NorthStar Knows" with Clay Rice and John Garcia. We discuss Wisconsin's interest laws and bad faith claims and financing home renovations. Also, he...

We display in the studio our "Community for All" sign and wonder why a Marathon County Board member would be upset seeing them in the area. Yesterday was Day 1 of practice for HS football teams in front of the 2024 season. Chad talks to Wausau West football coach Matt Johnson after the Warriors' first practice. Also we are joined by Good News Project Executive Director Christine Daniels about her...

We talk about the first campaign appearance of the Kamala Harris/Tim Walz ticket yesterday. A first impression can go a long way. We talk to Avery Edwards, a Certified Equine Assisted Learning Facilitator and Ranch Hand at the Stable Hands Equine Therapy Center about her work, the Center and a special free family film night coming Friday. Plus, looking like a cool trend in the weather as we talk t...

The Chad Holmes Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 8-10 am on WXCO in Wausau, WI. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow Chad Holmes on Facebook...

We talk to 87th District Democratic candidate Bill Switalla about his background, why he's running and views on the issues in his race. Also, Kamala Harris makes her choice for VP and more. The Chad Holmes Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 8-10 am on WXCO in Wausau, WI. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To lea...

We discuss the fact that 75 percent of the world has a legal BAC to drive at .05% or lower while Wisconsin and the US is at .08%. Would lowering the legal level be good for the state and country? Would it adversely affect bars and restaurants? Also the Monday daily history lesson and we see if Ian can get the week off to a winning start in our "Number for the Day" quiz. The Chad Holmes Show is a p...

We start the new workweek with a review of the Wisconsin Valley Fair. We also talk about an amazing Gold Medal match in archery at the Paris Olympics. After a week away, meteorologist Brittney Merlot returns to let us know about a cooler and wet Monday but a good upcoming forecast after that. Finally, we go "Outside the Bubble" with conservative Oliver Burrows talking about the state constitution...

Paul Michlig with us for our Friday Wisconsin sports segment talking Packers, Brewers and more. We also talk a little more about Chris Conley of WSAU noticing us. Finally our daily history lesson including Ian's Number for the Day quiz! The Chad Holmes Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 8-10 am on WXCO in Wausau, WI. Subscribe to the podcast to be s...

We start the hour talking about the upcoming weekend, our experiences at the Bull Falls Radio booth at the Wisconsin Valley Fair and more. Then, in the second half of the hour, find out that WSAU's Chris Conley is writing and talking about us. He isn't happy we are calling out some of the things he discusses in his commentaries......and says he has higher ratings as a defense. We respond. The Chad...

We talk about being at the Wisconsin Valley Fair at Marathon Park and invite you to come out and join us. We have the "Truth Booth" to hear your stories and more! Also, August 1st is the 2nd anniversary of Bull Falls Radio and we do a little celebrating. It's also a day that WSAU's Chris Conley returns to court on charges of domestic abuse. Yet he still has his platform to tell many people what to...

We talk to Pat Kreitlow about Trump's visit with the Black Journalists Association, Eric Hovde's campaign and more. Then it's "NorthStar Knows" with NorthStar Restoration and NorthStar Builds. Jay Cricks and John Garcia discuss the topics of Assignment of Benefits and NorthStar's association with Great Northern Cabinetry. The Chad Holmes Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Mon...

Plenty of the arts in this hour as we talk to the Grand Theater's Marketing and Communications Coordinator Anja Hanington about what's happening at the Grand, especially the comedy shows coming soon. We are also joined by Michael Andrews and Rie Tanaka of the South Beach Chamber Ensemble to talk about the "Beethoven and Beach" piano trio performances coming this Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The...