WXCO News

We talk to 98.9 WXCO News Reporter Isabela Nieto about her first weeks in central Wisconsin, covering events with Governor Evers, Senator Baldwin and Representative Tiffany plus what differences she has seen in local government from what she covered in Illinois. Plus, the Wausau School Board has narrowed the field to four to fill the […]

Guest: Isabela Nieto

Tue Sep 30, 2025

31:14

It was a big weekend for Ian with the CenterStage at the Grand Theater concert. We talk about how great it is to have such a fantastic free show that showcases local talent. Also, a new Democrat joins the Governor’s race. Could 2026 be a year that allows an outsider or generally little-known candidate a […]

Mon Sep 29, 2025

31:13

We head to the weekend talking about high school football broadcasts with Wausau East tonight and Wausau West tomorrow afternoon on 98.9 WXCO. Also some thoughts about local radio owner Rick Muzzy, who passed away yesterday. Muzzy owned three Stevens Point radio stations and believed in local radio. Also Chad got his first fulltime radio […]

Guest: Paul Michlig

Fri Sep 26, 2025

31:15

We talk to Sean Wright, Executive Director of the Grand Theater, about a very busy October of great shows coming to Wausau. Also, Tom Tiffany was in Wausau last night for one of his first campaign appearances after announcing his bid for Governor. We talk about how important it is to focus on real issues […]

Guest: Sean Wright

Thu Sep 25, 2025

31:10

Reese Aarthun and Kayla Michiel of the CenterStage Band and Show Choir on this weekend’s annual show at the Grand Theater. Quinn Suchon of the Marathon County Literacy Council joins us for an interview on an upcoming Adult Spelling Bee. Tom Tiffany announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination for Governor. What kind of campaign […]

Guests: Kayla Michiel, Quinn Suchon, Reese Aarthun

Wed Sep 24, 2025

30:49

We are joined by Jim Force and Tucker Diedrich of the Wausau Curling Club to talk about an open house the group is having on October 11th plus “Learn to Curl” events on October 13th, October 15th and October 20th. We also talk about the different leagues for curlers at all levels to join for […]

Guests: Jim Force, Tucker Diedrich

Tue Sep 23, 2025

30:47

A wet and dark start to the work week and the start of the latest “Go for the Green and Gold Text-to-Win” contest sponsored by Ho-Chunk Gaming of Wittenberg. Also we acknowledge the one year anniversary of Wausau mayor Doug Diny removing the ballot drop box on September 22, 2024 and talk about where we […]

Mon Sep 22, 2025

31:12

Talking Wisconsin sports with Paul Michlig. Brewers stay hot, Badgers not so much and the Packers look to make it three wins in a row Sunday at Cleveland. Plus thoughts on Jon Stewart’s Daily Show response to the Kimmel suspension and Ian Welsh looks for a winning week in the Number of the Day quiz.

Guest: Paul Michlig

Fri Sep 19, 2025

31:10

The episode dives into the fallout from Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension by ABC, under pressure from the Trump administration, highlighting concerns over free speech and media censorship. The hosts argue that conservative pressures are silencing dissenting voices, labeling it fascism. Meanwhile, Fox News faces no consequence for incendiary remarks. They also discuss the ongoing cancel culture […]

Thu Sep 18, 2025

31:12

We are joined by Carol Lukens and Jean Abreu of the Wausau Sustainability, Energy and Environment Committee to discuss the reasons you should not remove the autumn leaves from your lawns. They highlight the crucial role leaves play in recycling nutrients and supporting insect populations, which are in decline globally. Insects are vital for pollination, […]

Guests: Carol Lukens, Jean Abreu

Wed Sep 17, 2025

31:10