It’s no secret that dark money has been influential in Wisconsin politics for decades. A series from the Wisconsin Center for Investigative Journalism is looking into different weaknesses in the state’s legislature. It’s called “Undemocratic: Secrecy and Power versus the People.” The latest article looks into the power of secret money at the Capitol. It […]
Run for the WORT Board of Directors!
One of WORT’s Board members has accepted a new job out of state. As a result, WORT is holding an election for one (1) open seat on the Board of Directors of Back Porch Radio Broadcasting, Inc. for a Participating Member to serve 1 year to complete the 3-year term concluding at the Annual Meeting […]
Vote Early, Vote WORT!!
If you haven’t already voted online in the the “Madison’s Favorites” poll being run by Isthmus newspaper, you have through Tuesday July 31 to do so. WORT has received the award for “Favorite Radio Station” 22 times and we’d love to win that award again this year. In addition to Favorite Radio Station, you can vote […]
Northside Still Hopes For City Pool
Dorothy Borchardt is a former city Alder for the north side. She’s been championing a pool in north Madison for years and hopes the city will build one at Warner Park Community Recreation Center. Dorothy wants a beach-style pool to make it easier for seniors to use. Zero entry means you can can walk into […]
Public Health – Ticks and Lyme Disease
The CDC recently reported that Wisconsin is the fourth-worst state in the U.S. for Lyme disease. Learn more about ticks and tickborne infections on today’s segment. Host Patty Peltekos talks with investigative reporter and author Mary Beth Pfeiffer about her new book, Lyme: The First Epidemic of Climate Change. They discuss the rising tick population […]
Join WORT’s Programming Committee!!
The Programming Committee is responsible for the content of WORT’s on-air service in order to fulfill the station’s mission statement. This committee evaluates and critiques current programming and new proposals, and also researches, develops and implements ideas for potential new programs, implementing necessary changes according to the charter. We’re currently looking for one new member […]
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