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June 16, 2020
Henry Vilas Zoo to re-open Thursday.

The zoo will re-open with new rules in place to maintain social distancing and cleanliness. Photo: okandasan, licensed under creative commons. Author: Sam Buisman Henry Vilas Zoo will re-open its gates this Thursday. According to the zoo’s website, the …

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June 15, 2020
Dane County shifts to “Phase 2” of its COVID-19 re-opening plan.

This phase allows businesses to operate at 50% capacity, indoor gatherings of 50, outdoor gatherings of 100, and in-person instruction at schools. Photo: wallpaperflare.com, licensed under creative commons. Author: Sam Buisman Dane County moved into “Phase 2” of its coronavirus …

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May 28, 2020
Student debt task force claws closer to solutions for Wisconsinites.

In their second meeting, the Governor’s Task Force On Student Debt heard from experts, debtors and the Governor. Graphic: Sam Buisman Listen to the audio version of this story here, originally aired on 5/28/20. Author: Sam Buisman The Governor’s Task …

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May 26, 2020
Dane County continues fight against COVID-19 while beginning to re-open.

Officials urged caution and re-affirmed their duties as Dane County moves into “Phase 1” of its coronavirus re-opening plan. Photo: Dori, licensed under creative commons. Author: Sam Buisman Dane County officials enter a new chapter in the fight against COVID-19 …

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May 26, 2020
Dane County moves to “Phase 1” in re-opening plan, broadening permissions for businesses and gatherings.

During this phase, all businesses may re-open under capacity limits, and larger private and public gatherings are permitted. Photo: David Mark, licensed under creative commons. Author: Sam Buisman Dane County shifts to “Phase 1” of its coronavirus re-opening plan today, …

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May 20, 2020
Biden makes virtual campaign stop in Wisconsin with pair of online events.

Author: Sam Buisman The former vice president hosted an online table “in La Crosse” and a virtual rally “in Milwualkee.” Photo: Screenshot from joebiden.com. Listen to the audio version of this story here, originally aired on 5/20/20 Author: Sam Buisman …

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May 18, 2020
Dane County reveals re-opening plan for its Safer At Home Order.

County officials plan to follow a five-step plan similar to the Badger Bounce Back plan to re-open the county. Photo: MuZemike, licensed under creative commons. Author: Sam Buisman Dane County unveiled the re-opening plan for its own Safer At Home …

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May 14, 2020
A tale of two states: Parts of Wisconsin reopen while others stay locked down after court ends Safer At Home.

A photo from a bar in Platteville minutes after the Supreme Court issued its ruling. Photo: Twitter screenshot of @nicksonsec. Author: Sam Buisman Wisconsinites crowd bars in some parts of the state while staying at home in others after a …

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May 11, 2020
Student debt task force reveals members and first meeting date.

Staffed by a total of 29 officials from government, educational and financial backgrounds, the task force will meet for the first time on Wednesday. Graphic: Sam Buisman Author: Sam Buisman The Governor’s Task Force on Student Debt is revving its …

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May 11, 2020
Wisconsin retailers and drive-in theaters allowed limited re-opening as COVID-19 slows.

Retail store will be allowed to serve five customers at a time, and drive-through theaters may resume operations under safety guidelines. Photos: Richard Hurd and Massachusetts Office Of Travel & Tourism. Graphic: Sam Buisman Author: Sam Buisman Wisconsin permits retail …

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May 10, 2020
Wisconsin aids minority-owned businesses in new coronavirus-relief program.

Wisconsin minority-owned businesses with less than five employees may be eligible to receive a $2,000 grant. Graphic: Sam Buisman Author: Sam Buisman The Wisconsin state government announced a COVID-19 relief program targeting minority-owned small businesses on Friday. The Wisconsin Economic …

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May 10, 2020
Evers considering, but currently against, regional re-opening.

The Governor said that while he is open to a regional re-opening, he still believes a state-level approach to be the best solution to COVID-19. Graphic: Sam Buisman Author: Sam Buisman Governor Tony Evers is considering, but leaning against, allowing …

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