We got Congressman Ron Kind on the record over tater tot casserole (tots on top or bottom), raisins in stuffing and the big one Wednesday, that green marshmallow "salad." We also talked about his battle to keep his seat in Congress and whether he'll retire after this session, along with what to do about COVID relief.

We got Congressman Ron Kind on the record over tater tot casserole (tots on top or bottom), raisins in stuffing and the big one Wednesday, that green marshmallow "salad." We also talked about his battle to keep his seat in Congress and whether he'll retire after this session, along with what to do about COVID relief.

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What about that green marshmallow "salad" with cherries?

Everything from the cheese club to UW-La Crosse athletics teams is taking part in year seven of “One Day,” beginning Tuesday across campus.

Lauren Wanders, UW-L’s strategic giving programs manager, was in studio to talk about the 24-hour event, which gives alumni, students, employees and community members a chance to support more than 200 campus causes.

One Day for UWL raised a record $622,000 last year, bringing the total raised over its first six years to more than $2.2 million. This year, the goal is 1,909 gifts — a nod to the university’s founding year. Reaching that number unlocks additional funding for the UWL Fund, which supports scholarships and the university’s greatest needs.

One Day for UWL runs from 9 a.m. Tuesday to 9 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21. To browse campus causes, find matching gifts and make a donation, visit the One Day for UWL website.

Conversation highlights:


A $62,000 challenge for UW-L football: A former player from the class of 1962 is challenging 62 people to donate to football. If they do, he’ll establish a $62,000 endowment for the program.


Which campus groups get creative? Wanders gives Murphy Library a shoutout for its fundraising videos and sidewalk chalk, and talks about the friendly competition between campus groups.


A first-time fundraising opportunity: The Health Science Interprofessional Research Center is participating in One Day for the first time. Wanders explains the community-based research and programming the center supports.


Students and community: Wanders explains how UW-L’s community-engaged learning program connects students with local businesses and civic organizations, giving students hands-on experience while helping community groups. Mid City Steel is offering a matching gift to support the program.


The competition goes beyond athletics: The gymnastics team has been successful at raising money, but last year the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences out-raised the College of Business Administration.


Pancakes at 2 a.m.? Wanders pitches a late-night pancake event as one possibility for getting students involved in future One Day celebrations.

Everything from the cheese club to UW-La Crosse athletics teams is taking part in year seven of &ldquo;One Day,&rdquo; beginning Tuesday across campus.
Lauren Wanders, UW-L&rsquo;s strategic giving programs manager, was in studio to talk about the 24-hour event, which gives alumni, students, employees and community members a chance to support more than 200 campus causes.
One Day for UWL raised a record $622,000 last year, bringing the total raised over its first six years to more than $2.2 million. This year, the goal is 1,909 gifts &mdash; a nod to the university&rsquo;s founding year. Reaching that number unlocks additional funding for the UWL Fund, which supports scholarships and the university&rsquo;s greatest needs.
One Day for UWL runs from 9 a.m. Tuesday to 9 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21. To browse campus causes, find matching gifts and make a donation, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://uwlgivingday.uwlax.edu/">the One Day for UWL website</a>.
Conversation highlights:
<ul>
<li>
A $62,000 challenge for UW-L football: A former player from the class of 1962 is challenging 62 people to donate to football. If they do, he&rsquo;ll establish a $62,000 endowment for the program.
</li>
<li>
Which campus groups get creative? Wanders gives Murphy Library a shoutout for its fundraising videos and sidewalk chalk, and talks about the friendly competition between campus groups.
</li>
<li>
A first-time fundraising opportunity: The Health Science Interprofessional Research Center is participating in One Day for the first time. Wanders explains the community-based research and programming the center supports.
</li>
<li>
Students and community: Wanders explains how UW-L&rsquo;s community-engaged learning program connects students with local businesses and civic organizations, giving students hands-on experience while helping community groups. Mid City Steel is offering a matching gift to support the program.
</li>
<li>
The competition goes beyond athletics: The gymnastics team has been successful at raising money, but last year the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences out-raised the College of Business Administration.
</li>
<li>
Pancakes at 2 a.m.? Wanders pitches a late-night pancake event as one possibility for getting students involved in future One Day celebrations.
</li>
</ul>

From Cheese Club to UW-L football, Lauren Wanders talks "One Day"

La Crosse is facing a choice: raise property taxes or use city reserves to cover a $681,000 budget shortfall. 

Mac Kiel stopped in studio Friday to break down the trade-offs, what budget cuts could mean for city services and why the decision isn't as simple as it might seem.

We also discussed the city administrator proposal being back for a potential third vote, and that opposition to La Crosse's Flock cameras raises questions about the city's contract and who has access to the data.
Raise taxes or use reserves? The Board of Estimates recommended one of two options to close the budget gap. Kiel explains the arguments for each and what taxpayers should consider.
What do the budget cuts mean for city services? Departments have already made cuts, including staffing reductions. Could residents eventually see slower snowplowing, fewer services or other changes?
City administrator is back: What might change the outcome this time, and what questions remain, and could the mayor offer something else?
City services declining: Kiel looks at the limits on local revenue, state shared revenue and why decisions in Madison have consequences for city budgets.
What's next for Flock cameras? The city has an $8,000 line item for the camera system next year, but questions remain about contract termination costs, data access and whether the city has alternatives.

Kiel is a former La Crosse City Council member, who is an advocate for providing the public with what is happening with city government. She also serves on some city boards and works with the unsheltered population.

La Crosse is facing a choice: raise property taxes or use city reserves to cover a $681,000 budget shortfall.&nbsp;
Mac Kiel stopped in studio Friday to break down the trade-offs, what budget cuts could mean for city services and why the decision isn't as simple as it might seem.
We also discussed the city administrator proposal being back for a potential third vote, and that opposition to La Crosse's Flock cameras raises questions about the city's contract and who has access to the data.
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Raise taxes or use reserves? The Board of Estimates recommended one of two options to close the budget gap. Kiel explains the arguments for each and what taxpayers should consider.</li>
<li aria-level="1">What do the budget cuts mean for city services? Departments have already made cuts, including staffing reductions. Could residents eventually see slower snowplowing, fewer services or other changes?</li>
<li aria-level="1">City administrator is back: What might change the outcome this time, and what questions remain, and could the mayor offer something else?</li>
<li aria-level="1">City services declining: Kiel looks at the limits on local revenue, state shared revenue and why decisions in Madison have consequences for city budgets.</li>
<li aria-level="1">What's next for Flock cameras? The city has an $8,000 line item for the camera system next year, but questions remain about contract termination costs, data access and whether the city has alternatives.</li>
</ul>
Kiel is a former La Crosse City Council member, who is an advocate for<a href="https://www.facebook.com/MacKielforCityCouncil"> providing the public with what is happening with city government</a>. She also serves on some city boards and works with the unsheltered population.

Mac Kiel on La Crosse's budget decision, another city administrator proposal

Three donors are funding most of the campaign for Tom Tiffany’s run for Wisconsin governor.

Wisconsin state Rep. Jill Billings (D-La Crosse) stopped in studio and talked about getting big money out of our elections.

We also discussed the timing of a bill to eliminate tax breaks for data center construction, given that the Legislature hasn’t been in session since March — even though Republicans, who control the Legislature, could call lawmakers back to pass it.

We opened the show talking about the Brewers, how the Legislature helped fund stadium upgrades as part of a shared revenue deal with municipalities, and why La Crosse and other local governments could use a new deal as costs rise without enough state funding to keep up.

Billings is running for reelection in District 95 and again facing Republican Cedric Schnitzler.
Can Wisconsin rein in campaign spending? Billings backs a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow limits on campaign spending. What would it take to get it passed?
Data center subsidies under fire: Republicans are proposing to eliminate tax breaks for data centers after previously approving them. Billings explains why she opposed the subsidies and questions whether anything will happen before the election.
Why are property taxes going up? Billings says Wisconsin needs to change its school funding formula. Could the state's budget surplus help?
Local budgets under pressure: La Crosse is considering using reserve funds to cover a budget shortfall. Billings talks about the challenges facing cities and smaller communities across Wisconsin.
Keeping young people here: Billings points to UW-La Crosse and Viterbo as part of the solution. What else could Wisconsin do to attract and retain workers?
What could lawmakers tackle next? With the Legislature out of session, we talk about a possible lame-duck session and Billings' priorities if she's re-elected.

Three donors are funding most of the campaign for Tom Tiffany&rsquo;s run for Wisconsin governor.
Wisconsin state Rep. Jill Billings (D-La Crosse) stopped in studio and talked about getting big money out of our elections.
We also discussed the timing of a bill to eliminate tax breaks for data center construction, given that the Legislature hasn&rsquo;t been in session since March &mdash; even though Republicans, who control the Legislature, could call lawmakers back to pass it.
We opened the show talking about the Brewers, how the Legislature helped fund stadium upgrades as part of a shared revenue deal with municipalities, and why La Crosse and other local governments could use a new deal as costs rise without enough state funding to keep up.
Billings is running for reelection in District 95 and again facing Republican Cedric Schnitzler.
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Can Wisconsin rein in campaign spending? Billings backs a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow limits on campaign spending. What would it take to get it passed?</li>
<li aria-level="1">Data center subsidies under fire: Republicans are proposing to eliminate tax breaks for data centers after previously approving them. Billings explains why she opposed the subsidies and questions whether anything will happen before the election.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why are property taxes going up? Billings says Wisconsin needs to change its school funding formula. Could the state's budget surplus help?</li>
<li aria-level="1">Local budgets under pressure: La Crosse is considering using reserve funds to cover a budget shortfall. Billings talks about the challenges facing cities and smaller communities across Wisconsin.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Keeping young people here: Billings points to UW-La Crosse and Viterbo as part of the solution. What else could Wisconsin do to attract and retain workers?</li>
<li aria-level="1">What could lawmakers tackle next? With the Legislature out of session, we talk about a possible lame-duck session and Billings' priorities if she's re-elected.</li>
</ul>

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