Morning Show

Dane County Holiday Shopping Passport

'Tis the season to shop!!  And the annual Dane Buy Local campaign is underway for this holiday season in Madison.  The holiday local shopping campaign encourages area residents to buy locally with the Holiday Passport which outlines participating businesses and the different specials they may be offering.   Danebuylocal.com  -  outlines specials and events by area;  Sun Prairie, Oregon, Verona…


French Baguette Joins Prestigious List -

UNESCO - The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization - has recognized the French bread or baguette as an integral part of global culture.    The U-N body defines cultural heritage as 'traditions or expressions inherited from our ancestors and passed on to our descendants'.  The baguette now joins such culinary giants as Kimchi, Belgian ales and Arabic coffee and world…


Top Travel Destinations for 2023

American Express out with some travel prediction trends for next year - data they culled from their travel related cards they offer.  The following Top 10 list crossed over with many demographics and target groups - ergo =  the most popular spots.  So, without further adieu.... here's where we're heading for the New Year! 10 trending travel destinations for 2023 Copenhagen, Denmark Florida…


Prince William and Duchess Katherine to Visit the U-S

The royal couple arrives in Boston Wednesday for a three day visit, their first in almost 10 to the United States.  The occasion --  the second annual Earthshot Prize Awards Ceremony.    The Earthshot Prize is a global environmental prize for discovery and innovation- celebrating new possible solutions to help repair and save the planet.  During their visit to Boston the Prince and Princess will…


Garth Brooks Vega$ Residency Show-

Grab your travel buddy because Garth is doin' it up in Vega$ baby!  The ultimate in residency shows announced this week for Mr. Garth Brooks. He is pitching his tent at the Colosseum at Cesar's Palace on the strip.  Calling it  the 'Plus One Residency Show'  he explains they are trying something they've never attempted before...... Brooks explains, "The band is going to be there but it's a one…


Unique Event Tonight for Volunteering Ideas -

Thank you Greater Madison Area Chamber of Commerce - as they bring together dozens of non-profits tonight for their, "Non-Profit Night Out & Volunteer Fair".  Basically bringing together tons of volunteer organizations and causes, all at the same time, all under one roof!  Have you thought about volunteering but have no idea where to event start?  This event is for you!  This evening 4p - 7p…


Madison Marathon this weekend -

The yearly event offering a full marathon and half marathon (also a 10k).  Madison PD cautions there will be some local street closures for the Sunday morning event.  The marathon starts at 7am.  The official route has runners starting and ending at Capitol Square and event organizers are encouraging supporters to please come out and cheer the runners on!  So chilly but maybe some fun for…


CMA Highlights and the Coveted EOTY!

Live last night from Nashville a spectacular show for the 56th Annual CMA Awards: Hosted by country music star Luke Bryan and retired NFL star Peyton Manning - Reba, Miranda Lambert and Carrie Underwood kicking off the event with a tribute to Loretta Lynn, who died on October 4th at the age of 90.  Alan Jackson receiving the CMA Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award.  Lainey Wilson and Chris…


IT'S ELECTION DAY !!!!

Polls are open until 8pm across the great state of Wisconsin.  If you are in line at 8p -- you're in!!


Would You Lick This?

Because people are.  The National Park Service issues a warning for park goers to please 'Refrain from licking the Sonoran desert toad' aka the Colorado River Toad.  This amphibian one of the largest toads found in North America measures up to 7 inches and is found across the southwest. It also has a prominent parotid gland that secretes a potent toxin.  These toxins are harmful to humans and can…