WXCO News

We conclude our discussion with Jane Graham Jennings, Executive Director of The Women’s Community in Wausau, discussing the funding challenges faced by domestic violence support organizations. Despite losing significant federal funding, state legislators have provided some short-term relief. Jane highlights the dire need for increased funding amidst rising domestic violence homicides. She encourages public advocacy […]

Guest: Jane Graham Jennings

Wed Oct 15, 2025

31:13

Chad Holmes interviews Jane Graham Jennings, executive director of the women’s community, discussing the grim reality of domestic violence, especially during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Despite decades of advocacy, domestic violence remains rampant, with Wisconsin seeing 110 related homicides in 2024. Jennings highlights the complexities of domestic violence, including victim-blaming and systemic manipulation by perpetrators. […]

Guest: Jane Graham Jennings

Tue Oct 14, 2025

31:06

We talk to Wausau School Board President Jim Bouche. Discussing the transition amid elementary school consolidations, Boucher credits effective communication and community involvement in making the start of the new school year successful. He highlights the challenges of declining enrollment and the need for future tough decisions. The episode also explores the recent school board […]

Guest: Jim Bouche

Mon Oct 13, 2025

31:14

We talk about Wausau’s push for sustainability with Christine Daniels and Brittany Reamer from the city’s Sustainability Committee. They’re championing the underrated City of Wausau Sustainability Awards, a platform recognizing individuals and groups making green strides. From solar initiatives to pollinator gardens, it’s all fair game! To make a nomination for the Sustainability Award go […]

Guests: Britnie Remer, Christine Daniels, Paul Michlig

Fri Oct 10, 2025

31:10

We are joined by the Executive Director of the Grand Theater and Wausau Performing Arts Foundation Sean Wright to talk about the successful recent shows that have come to the Grand, a very busy couple of weeks of shows coming up and the continuing Second Century Campaign.

Thu Oct 9, 2025

31:12