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and WISC country 105.5 FM WIRI in Wisconsin Rapids.
For WFHR and WIRI News, I'm Alyssa K.
This week is National Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Week dedicated to educating people
about the dangers of lead poisoning, especially in small developing children.
Lead poisoning does affect children more than adults, particularly children under six
years of age because their brain is developing very quickly and it can affect their brain
and nervous system.
So lead poisoning is considered an invisible disease.
You don't know your child has lead, but what it can do is, again, it can hurt their brain
and nervous system and they may not show any symptoms at all, but it affects them maybe
years down the road when they're in school and they have trouble focusing, learning,
and that's when maybe you see some signs of the history of lead poisoning.
Children should be tested for lead exposure at 12 months and 24 months and anyone with
a home built before 1978 should have a lead risk assessment done by their local county
public health office.
Meanwhile, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services has announced a 26% increase in
the number of children under the age of six who are being screened for lead exposure
statewide.
This increase in testing allows state and local health departments to catch lead poisoning
sooner.
It can be found in paint, dust, pipes, and soil in and around older homes and buildings.
Products like toys, pottery, and makeup from other countries can contain lead as well.
Exposure to lead usually happens by swallowing or breathing it in.
You can find more information at dhs.wisconsin.gov.
Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Call has announced a preliminary injunction to continue blocking
the U.S. Department of Agriculture from turning SNAP data over to the federal government.
The injunction originates from a multi-state lawsuit filed in July, arguing that Trump
Administration's demand for personal and sensitive information on supplemental nutrition
assistance program recipients violates federal law and the Constitution.
The USDA has threatened to withhold funding through SNAP, known as Food Chair in Wisconsin
without that data.
A g-call may be up for a rematch in next year's election for Wisconsin Attorney General.
Savannah Tomayelson has the details.
Attorney General Josh Call already announced he's running to keep his seat after speculation
he might throw his hat in the ring to become governor.
Now Eric Tony has joined the race.
In 2022, he was the GOP nominee for Attorney General.
Tony has been the district attorney for Fondelac County since 2012.
He was also the former president of the Wisconsin District Attorney's Association.
Tony says his top priorities include addressing the fentanyl crisis, changing crime lab practices
and targeting violent crime in Milwaukee.
When Colin Tony ran against one another in 2022, it was a close race.
Call one with a 1.3 percent margin.
Another Republican candidate has entered the field for Lieutenant Governor in 2026.
On Monday, small business owner Will Martin officially announced his candidacy for the race.
Following former mayor of Lancaster David Varnum in the Republican primary field, Martin
ran for the position in 2022 but fell short in the Republican primary.
He also previously worked under former Republican governors Scott Walker and Tommy Thompson.
On the Democratic side, only Secretary of State Sarah Gondlowski has announced her campaign
for Lieutenant Governor.
The number of people flying out of Milwaukee's Mitchell International Airport is decreasing
and could soon affect prices.
Passage numbers dropped about 8 percent from January through August of this year compared to last year.
Next year, the airport is expected to see its lowest traffic since 2022.
Officials blame economic uncertainty rising unemployment and higher airfares for the decline.
With fewer people flying airport revenues from parking and concessions are also down, causing some concern.
Since the airport doesn't get county funding, customer fees may go up to cover costs.
The three-part parent cafe series starts tonight in Wisconsin Rapids.
Wood County Human Services is offering the structured support of gathering for parents and caregivers.
Trained host will guide participants to engage in meaningful conversations centered around protective factors
that promote well-being and resilience.
It's from 530-715 at McMillan Library.
This is free to attend and includes a meal, childcare during parent discussions, and giveaway items for all attendees.
Thursday is the vigil for victims of domestic violence.
The Wisconsin Rapids Family Center is holding this vigil on October 23rd at 6 p.m. at McMillan Library.
They're working to raise awareness and honor victims of domestic violence during October's awareness month.
Last year, 99 people in Wisconsin were killed due to domestic violence.
That's an increase from 85 the previous year.
The vigil at McMillan Library on Thursday at 6 p.m. will remember victims and also recognize community members
who've shown extraordinary support for the family's such-ers mission.
This year's National Awareness Theme is everyone knows someone.
Acknowledging that one in four people will experience domestic violence in their lifetime.
I'm Melissa K for WFHR and WIRI News.
The Packers prepare for Pittsburgh, high on like Clemens with sports, NFL.
It's the Packers and the Steelers this week on Sunday Night Football, but head coach Matt will floor reminding us they're playing the Steelers, not Aaron Rodgers.
We're playing the Pittsburgh Steelers who happen to have Aaron Rodgers.
I mean, it's as simple as that.
That is for you guys to talk about.
We've got a lot of respect and love for Aaron.
I mean, what he's done here is a Hall of Famer.
This game is not about that.
It's about going to Pittsburgh, Sunday Night Football.
Our guys will be jacked up.
It's about the Green Bay Packers versus the Pittsburgh Steelers.
NBA, it's the Bucks against the Wizards tonight in Milwaukee and the debut of Miles Turner and what role he'll play on the Bucks this season.
As a center, you know, as an anchor in the back quarter defense, it's like what you're supposed to do.
The feedback has been phenomenal.
It's like, you know, you're right.
I don't even realize when I'm doing it.
They're saying, you know, we need more of that.
You know, it's not something we've had, you know, consistently in the past.
We need a voice. We need someone to always step up and speak.
So I'm just taking it on.
That's the Bucks Miles Turner with Sports on Mike Clemens.
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