WRPN News

Children's Librarian Linda DeCramer talks about their temporary closing next week and the ongoing renovation project.

Michelle Reinen talks about the Top Ten Consumer Complaints for 2026.

CEO and President Sadie Howel talks about the WRNC Opportunity Fund, a Coffee Connection in Green Lake and a Business Connection program in Ripon.

Jason Mansmith gives us an update on the fundraiser for a new entrance and talks about upcoming shows at the Historic venue in Green Lake.

Executive Director Amber Kilawee talks about the Upskill-A-Thon program and participating in a twice-yearly homeless count.

Emmett Durtschi talked about results of the annual school district audit and school funding.

Ryan Waldschmidt talks about a dangerous chase and the proposed new jail project.

Emily Roberts of the Community Blood Center says seasonal illnesses and extreme cold temperatures impacted blood donations in recent weeks. She talked about the need for Type O negative and Type A negative blood.

Senator Jagler talked about three constitutional amendments that will be before votes in November, and two bills he's involved with for teachers.

Chief Deputy Matt Vande Kolk gives safety tips for bitter cold days, talks about ice safety on area lakes, and hiring for their office and the county.

County Supervisor Mary Hayes talked about projected costs for the project, looking at alternatives, and considering the cost to taxpayers.

Meg Puddy, Director of Behavioral Health Services, talks about the second annual Archipelago program which is set for July 10th. It's a Global Gathering of savants in Fond du Lac that gives the public the chance to see the true potential of the human mind and enjoy the special talents of those savants.

EMS Chief Mitch Matuszeski talked to us about 2025 calls for service, staffing, and more.

Amber Kilawee and Jen Finco talked about the campaign which just wrapped up. It raised $420,000 of the $475,000 goal, but partner agencies will still receive full allocations.

Susie Menk talks about a listen and learn series about some of America's earliest painters, a one-week closing for the library renovation, and a couple of programming notes.

Zach Beasom, Envision's Economic Development Coordinator, talked about a Small Business Clinic and an upcoming Idea Slam event.

Ron talked about strategic planning, early college credit, a cell phone policy, a future referendum, and roof repair for the Middle/High School.

Doug talks about his time on Council, gives examples of the progress the city has made, a wheel tax, and how he believes the city is being careful with its spending.

Adam talks about working with the Fire District on purchasing a new fire engine, lead line service replacement, and Ripon Code Connect.

Michelle Reinen talks about account takeover fraud, garage repair scams, and data breach class action lawsuit scams.

Fond du Lac County Public Health Officer Kim Mueller talks about Radon Action Month, Flu Vaccinations, and more.

Representative Dallman talked about tax cuts in the state budget, bills that benefitted the 39th State Assembly District, and pending legislation regarding Data Centers.

Ripon Community Hospital ER Dr. Michael Falahat talks about the increase in flu cases, symptoms, relief for those symptoms, and vaccinations.

Tanya talked about a new collaboration that will provide more access to mental health services, gave an update on a childcare incubator, and spoke about an upcoming resource fair they will be hosting.

Envision CEO and President Sadie Howell talks about their goals to attract new talent and develop new housing for that talent through a state grant. She also spoke about their calendar of events for 2026 and Envision membership.