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Milwaukee Public Television’s 4th Street Forum is Milwaukee’s only weekly televised town hall discussion. Filmed at Milwaukee Turner Hall, these forums are open to the public and free of charge. With a panel of local experts on the featured topic led by the 4th Street Forum moderator, the program promotes public discussion of political and social issues of concern to the community.
Wisconsin Public Television’s Here and Now, which airs Fridays at 7:30 p.m., presents in-depth reporting on stories of local interest.
WUWM’s locally produced magazine-style program, Lake Effect, offers discussions on topics from politics and the economy to spotlighting Wisconsin authors and musicians weekdays at 10 a.m.
Tent Show Radio on Rhinelander’s WXPR-FM is a weekly variety series showcasing live performances from Lake Superior Big Top Chautauqua. Featuring Big Top’s Tom Mitchell, the Blue Canvas Orchestra, and nationally and regionally renowned performers, Tent Show Radio is broadcast on listener-supported radio stations across the country and on the Internet.
Other Programs & Projects
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National Center for Media Engagement (NCME) FY 2010, 2011 and 2012 Support
In fiscal years 2010–2012, NCME and CPB will establish the following goals for the public broadcasting community: A shared understanding of the value and practice of community engagement... Continue Reading
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Wisconsin Veteran War Stories Project
The LZ Lambeau Welcome Home project will symbolically welcome home and honor the nation’s Vietnam veterans. This multilayered project will include a live event at the Green Bay Packers’ Lambeau Field,... Continue Reading
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Henry Louis Gates Jr.’s Search for Our Roots (2008–2013)
Over the course of three public television series, Henry Louis “Skip” Gates Jr. will explore the meaning of race, culture, and identity in America. Continue Reading
By the Numbers
2010 Total
$8,552,229
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Fiscal Stabilization Grant
$499,335
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Other System Support
$1,083,692
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Radio Community Service Grant
$1,872,151
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Radio Programming
$250,000
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Television Community Service Grant
$4,002,805
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Television Programming
$844,246