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Laura Nakielski is the Community Health Manager for SSM Health Hospitals in Ripon, Waupun and Fond du Lac. Laura discussed a $10,000 community health gift Ripon Community Hospital gave to the Green Lake County Health Department and how it is being used.  Host: Bob Nelson.

The WRPN Thursday News Roundup is your state and local news, weather, and sports. Listen live over the air, via your smart speaker, or on the Civic Media app for more, or find your favorite news and shows wherever you find your podcasts.

Ripon City Administrator Adam Sonntag talked about their financial planning and some of the big items on their Capital Improvement Plan. He also discussed the tax rate for the city's proposed 2027 budget and gave an update on the Houston Street project.  Host: Bob Nelson.

The WRPN Wednesday News Roundup is your state and local news, weather, and sports. Listen live over the air, via your smart speaker, or on the Civic Media app for more, or find your favorite news and shows wherever you find your podcasts.

Fond du Lac County Public Health Officer Kim Mueller discusses National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, Flu shots for children, measles, and how this weekend's time change can impact people. Host: Bob Nelson.

The WRPN Tuesday News Roundup is your state and local news, weather, and sports. Listen live over the air, via your smart speaker, or on the Civic Media app for more, or find your favorite news and shows wherever you find your podcasts.

Sasha Ripley is a Democratic candidate for the 13th State Senate seat in Wisconsin. She discussed the campaign issues and her reasons for running for the State Senate. Host: Bob Nelson.

The WRPN Monday News Roundup is your state and local news, weather, and sports. Listen live over the air, via your smart speaker, or on the Civic Media app for more, or find your favorite news and shows wherever you find your podcasts.

John Jagler is the incumbent State Senator for the 13th State Senate District in Wisconsin. He discussed the issues and his reasons for seeking another term. Host: Bob Nelson.

The WRPN Friday News Roundup is your state and local news, weather, and sports. Listen live over the air, via your smart speaker, or on the Civic Media app for more, or find your favorite news and shows wherever you find your podcasts.

The WRPN Thursday News Roundup is your state and local news, weather, and sports. Listen live over the air, via your smart speaker, or on the Civic Media app for more, or find your favorite news and shows wherever you find your podcasts.

The WRPN Wednesday News Roundup is your state and local news, weather, and sports. Listen live over the air, via your smart speaker, or on the Civic Media app for more, or find your favorite news and shows wherever you find your podcasts.

Ripon Public Library Adult and Teen Services Librarian Susie Menk discussed library programming for November. That programming will include a Friends of the Library Book Sale, tabletop role playing and board games, two escape rooms for teens, and the adult book club. Host: Bob Nelson.

Netalya Challoner is the Program Coordinator for Envision Greater Fond du Lac's Young Professionals of Fond du Lac program. She discussed the YPF Future 5 Awards. Nominations are being taken until October 30th.  Host: Bob Nelson.

The WRPN Tuesday News Roundup is your state and local news, weather, and sports. Listen live over the air, via your smart speaker, or on the Civic Media app for more, or find your favorite news and shows wherever you find your podcasts.

Ripon Schools Superintendent, Referendum Committee members Emmy Jess and Jessi Johnson, and Ripon Schools Business Manager Jonah Adams discussed the upcoming operational referendum for the School District. Rivard also talked about a change in health insurance form employees.  Host: Bob Nelson.

The WRPN Monday News Roundup is your state and local news, weather, and sports. Listen live over the air, via your smart speaker, or on the Civic Media app for more, or find your favorite news and shows wherever you find your podcasts.

Michelle Reinen is the Administrator for the State's Division of Trade and Consumer Protection. She discussed Cybersecurity Awareness Month, fake car dealership websites, and an equipment scam that cost a farmer $17,000. Host: Bob Nelson.

Green Lake County Sheriff's Chief Deputy Matt Vande Kolk discussed the 23rd anniversary of the death of Deputy Bruce Williams during a domestic violence call. Vande Kolk also discussed the Flock Camera System in Green Lake County. He also discussed the department's transition with Sheriff Mark Podoll retiring in January, and new signs for the Crime Stopper Program. Host: Bob Nelson.

The WRPN Friday News Roundup is your state and local news, weather, and sports. Listen live over the air, via your smart speaker, or on the Civic Media app for more, or find your favorite news and shows wherever you find your podcasts.

Congressman Glenn Grothman is seeking a seventh term in the U.S. Congress representing Wisconsin's 6th Congressional District. He discussed the progress he's made representing the district and why people should vote for him in the November 3rd election. Host: Bob Nelson.

Wisconsin State Attorney General Josh Kaul is seeking a third term in office. Kaul discussed the progress made in reducing violent crime and protecting state residents during his past four years in office. Kaul, a Democrat, also discussed some of the differences between him and his opponent Fond du Lac County District Attorney Eric Toney, a Republican. Host: Bob Nelson.

The WRPN Thursday News Roundup is your state and local news, weather, and sports. Listen live over the air, via your smart speaker, or on the Civic Media app for more, or find your favorite news and shows wherever you find your podcasts.

Bruce Link is on the organizing committee for the Dickens of a Christmas parade in Ripon. He discussed the need for parade entries and volunteers to help run the parade on Friday, December 4th. Host: Bob Nelson.

Fond du Lac County Executive Sam Kaufman gave his annual budget address to the County Board of Supervisors last night. He discussed some of the challenges in the 2027 County Budget. Kaufman says the mill rate will decrease and no services or personnel will be cut. Host: Bob Nelson.