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As the year comes to a close, we look back on the most-read stories of 2025 and the news that defined 2025 in Door County. Debra Fitzgerald and Myles Dannhausen Jr. also discuss the stories that readers should have read more of that will continue to make waves into 2026.

In September, Executive Director Cindy Trinkner-Peot celebrated the expansion and renovation of Northern Door Children's Center's facility in Sturgeon Bay, increasing the center's capacity by almost 30%. She joins Myles Dannhausen Jr. to discuss what the expansion means for meeting the demand for child care in northern Door County and the many challenges that remain. They're joined by Molly Gary of the United Way Child Care Task Force to look at how people on the ground stepped up to take on a seemingly intractable issue and change the conversation.

Hump Day is here and we're once again digging out. Feels like we've gotten some snow almost every day for the last week. It was that heavy, wet stuff last night. Yuck. In the news this morning, an update on tonight's Powerball drawing, some new license plates in WI, a person in Door County was trying to use a flashlight for a headlight on their vehicle, and a social media ban for kids in Australia. Lots of stuff going on this morning! We let you know what's on TV today/tonight and we talked about how movie theaters can help increase attendance in the future. Plus, we made our Week 15 Pigskin Picks! Speaking of Week 15, we took a look at the NFC North schedule for this weekend's action. And also in sports, the Badger men's basketball team takes on undefeated Nebraska tonight, the Bucks are at home against the Celtics tomorrow night, Philip Rivers is officially on the Colts again, Trey Hendrickson had surgery earlier this week and is done for the season, Kyle Schwarber gets a deal from the Phillies and Edwin Diaz is moving to L.A. Talked about some "Soft Skills" that can help you get a job in the new year. And a list of common tropes in Christmas movies and how to avoid them. This time of year, it's important to remember that you should try to shovel out the fire hydrants in your neighborhood, like this 9 year-old in Iowa. And a NYC doorman is going viral for collecting toys & warm clothing for people in need during the holiday season. Elsewhere in sports, the White Sox scored the #1 overall pick in the upcoming MLB draft, the NHL players might skip the 2026 Olympics if they don't think the ice is safe enough, and the Notre Dame AD is getting called out by the Big 12 Commissioner. New term for people who aren't quite a full introvert or extrovert. We're supposed to call them "otroverts" now. And in today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a guy in Oklahoma who tried to rob a liquor store with an interesting weapon, a 64 year-old man who's known for playing Santa Claus that just got busted for kiddie porn, a #FloridaWoman who got arrested for DUI and tried to hide a bunch of pills in her vagina, a deer that broke into a Christmas store & got stuck in a chair, and the results of GameStop's "Trade Anything Day".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The South is often characterized as resistant to change, but there have always been Southern writers willing to speak out, even if at great personal cost, to the injustices in their communities and the South at large. Writers Melanie Ritzenhaler, assistant professor at Doane University, and Jenn Alandy Trahan, a lecturer at Stanford University, join Myles Dannhausen Jr. to discuss Southern writers and their upcoming presentation at Write On, Door County on Dec. 6 at 10 am.

Yes, there are black bears in Door County, but we don't yet know where the one that washed ashore in Egg Harbor came from. Myles Dannhausen Jr. talks to Debra Fitzgerald about that bear, but first they dig into the news that the U.S. Navy has cancelled contracts for four Constellation-class frigates being built by Fincantieri Marinette Marine with assistance from its Sturgeon Bay yard. What does it mean for local workers when a multi-billion dollar contract ends?

Colin Welford has served as the music director for theater hits like Wicked and Hamilton during their Chicago productions and traveled the world as a music supervisor for The Lion King, but a stint with Northern Sky Theater hooked him on Door County. Now, he has returned to his first musical love playing the organ and shares that passion through his Colin & Friends community concerts. He joins Myles Dannhausen Jr. to discuss his journey, leaving the big stage, and finding joy in plying his craft in a tight-knit community.

The lodging tax numbers are in for this year's summer tourism season and Debra Fitzgerald and Myles Dannhausen Jr. dive into some of the data, discussing what can – and can't – be known about the world of lodging revenues, average nightly rates and occupancy averages. They also talk about the corrected beach monitoring data for the 2025 season – the reasons for it and what it reveals compared to the original data about Door County's beach-water quality.

Cynthia Germain is a true catalyst for creating livable, age-friendly communities – not an easy feat in the essentially rural villages and towns of Door County. As the founder and president/CEO of the nonprofit Do Good Door County, she leads initiatives that empower older adults to age in place, living safely, independently, and confidently while strengthening community connections. She talks with Peninsula Pulse Editor Debra Fitzgerald about the proven programs that have made a real impact, explores the work that still lies ahead, and highlights ways residents of all ages can get involved to shape more supportive communities.

A farm in Door County is seeking a permit from the Wisconsin DNR to expand operations, but they're getting pushback from the community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Congress and the President battle over funding the government, nearly 2,000 Door County residents who receive foodshare assistance are wondering if they'll be able to cover the next grocery bill. Myles Dannhausen Jr. talks to Debra Fitzgerald about who those residents are and how they'll be impacted if a funding solution doesn't come to pass. Plus, the Clippers head to state in soccer, a Halloween thank you and an update on the future of Rowleys Bay Resort.

Here's your local news for Monday, November 3, 2025:We check in with Dane County food pantries amid the federal chaos,Hear locals' concerns about a proposal to expand a commercial dairy operation in Door County,Find out why environmental advocates are sounding the alarm on Line 5's newly-issued federal permits,Share the local government's calendar for the week ahead,Remember an abolitionist who was murdered protecting his printing press,Teach you how to make a tropical cocktail,Review a new movie and a new season of television,And much more.

Supreme Court confronts Trump and his tariffs in test of presidential power; OR health care workers threaten walkout, demand end to unpaid labor; WI's Door County residents call in-person CAFO hearing a 'win;' Cancellation of digital equity grants hinders ID libraries.

Supreme Court confronts Trump and his tariffs in test of presidential power; OR health care workers threaten walkout, demand end to unpaid labor; WI's Door County residents call in-person CAFO hearing a 'win;' Cancellation of digital equity grants hinders ID libraries.    

Welcome to the spooky edition of the Civic Media Spotlight! First up is Nite Lite, where things got spooky as host and storyteller Carl Sarecki of the Door County Ghost Trolley Tours spun eerie tales from Wisconsin's peninsula. From haunted happenings in Fish Creek to mysterious sightings in Peninsula State Park, Carl shared the chilling history behind Door County's haunted past — including the infamous “Murder and Mayhem” tour that keeps even locals on edge. On The Maggie Dawn Show, guest Rachel LaCasse-Ford joined to discuss how political games are leaving families like hers struggling with unaffordable healthcare. While Republicans blame the Affordable Care Act, Maggie and Rachel exposed the hypocrisy of offering no real alternative — leaving everyday Americans to shoulder skyrocketing premiums and uncertainty about their future coverage. Former U.S. Attorney James Santelle stopped by Matenaer on Air for an in-depth conversation about justice, accountability, and the rule of law. They explored the work of Judge Sara Ellis in holding ICE to task in Chicago, and the broader importance of maintaining legal guardrails when government agencies overreach. It was a powerful reminder that standing up to intimidation is essential for protecting communities and democracy itself. On Mathew P. Kennedy, journalist Ruth Conniff from the Wisconsin Examiner tackled a double-barreled discussion — the mishandling of misconduct investigations within the Department of Public Instruction, and the political hypocrisy fueling it. Ruth pointed out how Republican grandstanding has made it harder to address real problems in education, while also breaking down the ripple effects of the GOP's government shutdown, including rising ACA premiums and farm labor challenges. To learn more about these shows and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the network on Facebook, BlueSky, YouTube, X, and Instagram to keep up with Civic Media!

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Write On, Door County is offering free registration to its upcoming young writers conference on Nov. 8 at Muse in Sturgeon Bay. Artistic Director Jerod Santek and Executive Director Al DeGenova join Myles Dannhausen Jr. to talk about the conference, the growth of the Juddville writing center, and the ongoing program to collect stories from local residents through the Memoir Mondays program.

A parade in Queens, New York nearly turns tragic when a woman walked into the East River carrying her five-month-old baby, until a retired police officer dives in after them. A water tank explodes at a Door County, Wisconsin campground, killing a 27-year-old employee preparing the park for winter. Drew Nelson reports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we're joined by Ryan Castelaz -- founder of Discourse (Milwaukee's boundary-pushing coffee bars) and co-creator of Agency, a reservation-only cocktail lounge known for its made-to-order “dealer's choice” program (and equally serious non-alcoholic builds). A former opera singer turned flavor obsessive, Ryan went from Door County pop-ups to running one of the Midwest's most inventive beverage programs, with a best-selling book -- The New Art of Coffee  -- along the way. You can catch Discourse at its Wicker Park residency across from Dove's -- with a permanent neighborhood spot on the horizon. Expansion plans are percolating, too. Ryan joins us to talk storytelling as a service, why NA belongs at the same table as spirits, the alchemy of flavor science, how to design two-hour experiences in a two-minute coffee world, and so much more.

FEMA has denied a federal disaster request for Door County and five other Wisconsin counties affected by severe storms and flooding from August.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Debra Fitzgerald, Peninsula Pulse editor, talks with Pulse journalist Eleanor Corbin about her powerful story on homelessness in Door County, centered on Alex Stanelle's journey through sobriety, housing instability and resilience. The piece sheds light on the often-invisible reality of being unhoused in rural communities like Door County. Eleanor shares what drew her to Alex's story and what she learned about the gaps – and strengths – in local support systems.

We talk about Kevin's weekend in Door County, Wisconsin, and we talk about the ways we deal with friends who are constantly late.

In this episode of ChangeMakers with Katie Goar, we meet Scott Bader, President of the Door County Housing Partnership. With more than 40 years in real estate, Scott shares how he shifted from selling vacation homes in Wisconsin's “Cape Cod of the Midwest” to leading efforts that create permanent affordable housing for the local workforce.Scott explains how the community land trust model works, why Door County's unique mix of tourism and second-home ownership has fueled a housing crisis, and how his team collaborates with partners like Habitat for Humanity to keep homes affordable for teachers, nurses, service workers, and other essential members of the community.You'll hear about the challenges of scaling workforce housing in a resort destination, the importance of donor and government partnerships, and how small wins like one home at a time can make a lasting impact.This conversation highlights a practical model that other communities facing housing shortages can adopt, and it shows how local leadership and collaboration can build not just homes, but stronger communities. 

When we tell the story of the cherry industry in Door County, are we leaving something out? Sergio M. González is Associate Professor of History at Marquette University and a historian of twentieth-century U.S. migration, labor, and religion. His work has found that we have overlooked the hardships and vital contributions of migrant labor that were indispensable in the growth and survival of the cherry industry in the middle of the 20th century. He joins Myles Dannhausen Jr. to discuss his article in the Wisconsin Historical Society Press – The Cherryland Problem, and what we can learn by uncovering the hard truths of our past.

In A Wisconsin Christmas Pie, pastry chef Emma Parker (Leclerc) returns from Chicago to her family's cherry orchard in Door County, Wisconsin for Christmas, she learns the farm is on the brink of being sold to developers. Persuaded to enter the town's holiday pie bake-off, Emma reconnects with her high school sweetheart, Mitch (Carnes) and together they discover the recipe for saving the orchard – and their hearts – might just be love.Katie Leclerc was the series lead for 6-years on Freeform's “Switched at Birth”. Most recently she can be seen recurring on Netflix's “Pulse.” She has guest starred on Fox's “Fantasy Island,” “The Big Bang Theory,” and “Community.” Katie was the lead of Hallmark's “Cloudy with a Chance of Love” opposite Michael Rady. She is the lead of Hallmark's “Letters to Santa” and “A Very Vermont Christmas,” Lifetime's “Christmas A La Mode,” and “A Cape Cod Christmas” for AMC+. She was also the series lead of Verizon Go90's new media series “Confess” and the female lead of Crackle's feature film “Party Boat”.Ryan Carnes has dazzled in numerous memorable roles in global hits such as “Desperate Housewives,” Clint Eastwood's LETTERS FROM IWO JIMA, and “Dr. Who,” as well as lead roles in many films, including LA BODA DE VALENTINA — one of the Top 10 grossing films in Mexican box office history. Most recently, Carnes anchored the screen adaptation of the best-selling novel, THE AIR HE BREATHES, a Nicholas-Sparks-esque romantic drama from USA Today and #1 Amazon Bestselling Author, Brittainy Cherry.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

In A Wisconsin Christmas Pie, pastry chef Emma Parker (Leclerc) returns from Chicago to her family's cherry orchard in Door County, Wisconsin for Christmas, she learns the farm is on the brink of being sold to developers. Persuaded to enter the town's holiday pie bake-off, Emma reconnects with her high school sweetheart, Mitch (Carnes) and together they discover the recipe for saving the orchard – and their hearts – might just be love.Katie Leclerc was the series lead for 6-years on Freeform's “Switched at Birth”. Most recently she can be seen recurring on Netflix's “Pulse.” She has guest starred on Fox's “Fantasy Island,” “The Big Bang Theory,” and “Community.” Katie was the lead of Hallmark's “Cloudy with a Chance of Love” opposite Michael Rady. She is the lead of Hallmark's “Letters to Santa” and “A Very Vermont Christmas,” Lifetime's “Christmas A La Mode,” and “A Cape Cod Christmas” for AMC+. She was also the series lead of Verizon Go90's new media series “Confess” and the female lead of Crackle's feature film “Party Boat”.Ryan Carnes has dazzled in numerous memorable roles in global hits such as “Desperate Housewives,” Clint Eastwood's LETTERS FROM IWO JIMA, and “Dr. Who,” as well as lead roles in many films, including LA BODA DE VALENTINA — one of the Top 10 grossing films in Mexican box office history. Most recently, Carnes anchored the screen adaptation of the best-selling novel, THE AIR HE BREATHES, a Nicholas-Sparks-esque romantic drama from USA Today and #1 Amazon Bestselling Author, Brittainy Cherry.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

Fall Color in Wisconsin with Douglas Jones This week, Douglas Jones joins us for a discussion on the autumn landscapes of Wisconsin, and Door County. From enjoying the experience to getting out of your comfort zone, Doug shares some of his favorite moments exploring all the region has to offer. Please don't forget to rate and subscribe!

The New York Times has described this week's guest, the singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Bonzie, as an artist "that has consistently yielded richly melodic and mysterious songs". We are lucky enough to have her to discuss her true love outside of music which is that of her dog Kiki, a 7 year old Yorkshire Terrier who is well traveled, well loved by fans and well behaved throughout all her adventures.Bonzie's latest self produced and written album When I Found the Trap Door is out now on her dog inspired label Beevine Records. For music, tour dates, and merch visit bonzie.netBonzie gave her shout out to Wisconsin Humane Society who are committed to making a difference for animals and the people who love them. They rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome thousands of animals every year in Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Green Bay, Door County, and Kenosha. To adopt, foster, volunteer or donate visit wihumane.orgFor more pics and clips of Bonzie and Kiki follow the show on Instagram at @rockerdogpodcast

An operation hosting community and hard work calls Door County home. Ann Schranz brings us the story of 40 acres in Door County, formerly known as Hendricks Orchard. With the help of Compeer Financial, the Mid-West Farm Report is recognizing farms that have been with families for over 100 years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rick Cleveland won an Emmy for his writing on The West Wing and has also written for Six Feet Under and several other television shows, in addition to writing for the stage. This month he'll be taking part in the Door Kinetic Arts Festival, where he'll stage a reading for his new play for Deaf West Theater. He joins Myles Dannhausen Jr. to talk about working in a writer's room, the future of television writing, and the personal story behind the episode of the West Wing that won him an Emmy Award. Then they discuss his new play, Lulu, about a Gorilla who is the only witness to a murder and must communicate through sign language. Cleveland will be in Door County next week for the Door Kinetic Arts Festival, joining fellow writer Chris Nee for a discussion about writing for film and screen at Write On, Door County on Sept. 23 at 4 pm, and then a reading of his play on Sept. 26. Get more details on DKAF at Doorkinetic.com.

Develops wants to want a 1-gigawatt natural gas power plant in Kenosha County. It comes as demand for energy is on the rise. A 19th century shipwreck is uncovered off the coast of Door County. And, the low-budget 1975 film "The Giant Spider Invasion" from Wisconsin gets new scenes and a new release.

Hello Folks! In this jam-packed episode 102 of The Georgia and Daniel Podcast, we wrap up summer with laughs, travels, and a whole lot of updates! Georgia hits the road to Door County, Wisconsin and tees off at the OK Golf Tournament—plus she wins Gold at the SOILL State Championships in Golf Skills!

As summer comes to an end, we're taking one last trip to the beach: Schoolhouse Beach in Door County. We learn why it's unique.

The boys sit down and discuss some of latest happenings in the last episode in our beloved double wide trailer known as "The Chill". Fear not... we will be moving to a new location next episode. Jamieson took a trip to visit Doggy Daddy up in Door County, with fine dining and lots of fishing! We answered some of our listeners burning questions such as beginner tips and how to plan for a good time. Wyatt had a HUGE Sumer and regailed us with the details of a week spent on the James river on his hosted trip with the hugeflyfisherman himself, Ben Sittig, at Wes Hodges Lodge. Ben shares what has been going on at the Pickett house and how these damn remodels have cut into his fishing time. Big thanks to Carl for gracing us with his presence and helping keep the table vibes high!

Drew Lerner is the founder and senior Agricultural Meteorologist at World Weather, Inc. He gives Jill Welke a long-term forecast for Wisconsin's autumn and winter. Drew also breaks down why we're seeing new summer weather patterns in America's Dairyland. Small rain chances won't likely amount to anything. Warmer, normal temperatures coming later in the Labor Day Weekend, says Stu Muck during the Compeer Financial Ag Weather Update. Jeremy Heim, a board member for the Wisconsin Custom Operators, has an update on demand as we start corn silage and winter wheat planting. Ben Jarboe reports on the "day in the life" of a custom operator. It may be late in the growing season, but it isn't too late to monitor crop health and adjust next year's game plan if you have to. Farmers are expecting a good corn and soybean crop, Certified Crop Specialist Jacob Getz tells Kiley Allan. "It's ours," Adam Johnson responded when asked why his family's sesquicentennial farm was unique. He adds that everyone involved in the farm's operations does so with pride. With the help of Compeer Financial, the Mid-West Farm Report is recognizing farms and homesteads that have belonged to the same family for more than 100 and 150 years. Adam is the fifth generation on what was originally known as Smaland Farm in Door County.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This summer, Wisconsin lawmakers approved a major increase in special education funding — something districts across the state have been requesting for years. But while that's good news for special ed programs, there's a catch: general school aid is staying flat. In fact, several districts in Door County are seeing cuts. So what does that mean for schools, and for your next property tax bill? Eleanor Corbin, Peninsula Pulse reporter who covers schools across Door County, joins Debra Fitzgerald to unpack it all.

"It's ours," Adam Johnson responded when asked why his family's sesquicentennial farm was unique. He adds that everyone involved in the farm's operations does so with pride. With the help of Compeer Financial, the Mid-West Farm Report is recognizing farms and homesteads that have belonged to the same family for more than 100 and 150 years. These farms have also been awarded by the state of Wisconsin. Adam Johnson is the fifth generation on what was originally known as Smaland Farm in Door County. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prices for steak and ground beef are way up. In Wisconsin and nationwide, the population of beef cattle is down -- and continuing to decline. Then,  a Door County tour guide uncovers a 19th-century shipwreck. And, Wisconsin scientists are learning about our forests -- by listening to them.

It will probably come as no surprise to anyone that Door County's robust music scene includes world-class chamber music. Allyson Fleck, executive director of Midsummer's Music, and a talented violist herself, talks with Debra Fitzgerald about the organization's roots, its mission, what chamber music means and the musicians who bring their music to the Door County community. Stay tuned: she also brought along her viola and plays a short piece by Bach.

Welcome to Unpacked, Five Questions, a podcast that takes you behind the scenes of one great travel story. In this episode, host Katherine LaGrave sits down with London-based writer Emma John, author of three books and Afar contributing writer, who recently visited Door County, Wisconsin—her 43rd U.S. state. Nicknamed "the Cape Cod of the Midwest," this sleepy peninsula surprised Emma with its unique blend of small-town charm and unexpected sophistication. Emma shares her discoveries about "Midwest Kind"—a cultural commitment to helping others that goes far beyond Southern hospitality—and reveals why Wisconsin wine is having a serious moment thanks to climate-conscious vintners. She also discusses the young entrepreneurs breathing new life into this traditional summer destination while staying true to its authentic character. On this episode you'll learn: What makes "Midwest Kind" different from other forms of American hospitality How climate change is creating unexpected opportunities for Wisconsin's wine industry Why Door County attracts young entrepreneurs who are modernizing without losing authenticity The hidden gems Emma discovered on her journey through Wisconsin Don't miss these moments: [04:00] Emma's revelation about Midwest Kind and the Azerbaijani student whose college friends drove hours just to help him move [06:00] The surprising quality of Wisconsin wines and why winemakers are returning home from Washington State [09:00] The charming town of Cedarburg and Emma's newfound obsession with antique jewelry stores [15:00] Why Door County's lakefront feels like Norwegian fjords—and attracted so many Scandinavian settlers [18:00] Emma's desire to return to Washington Island for its old-time music festival Resources: Read Emma's complete Afar story about Door County, Wisconsin Follow Emma John for more travel insights Explore Door County's 30+ islands and state parks Be sure to subscribe to the show and to sign up for our podcast newsletter, ⁠⁠Behind the Mic⁠⁠, where we share upcoming news and behind-the-scenes details of each episode. And explore our second podcast, ⁠⁠Travel Tales⁠⁠, which celebrates first-person narratives about the way travel changes us. Unpacked by Afar is part of ⁠⁠Airwave Media⁠⁠'s podcast network. Please contact ⁠⁠advertising@airwavemedia.com⁠⁠ if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Door County Drug Treatment Court has been in operation since 2020. Earlier this year, the county paused new admissions to the program, and in May, announced it would be shut down due to staffing shortages. But last week, new developments suggested the program may continue after all. Joe Krebsbach, director of the Door County Health and Human Services Department and the person who oversees the program, joins Debra Fitzgerald to talk about the program, why it's important and what's next.

Maxwell Anderson was convicted of the brutal murder of Sade Robinson, a nineteen-year-old college student who vanished shortly after a date with him. Over one year after Robinson's disappearance, her killer faces sentencing. This episode of the Court TV Podcast features the full sentencing hearing from 8/1/2025, including emotional victim impact statements from those close to Sade Robinson.For more on the Sade Robinson case, Click Here.Watch 24/7 Court TV LIVE Stream Today https://www.courttv.com/Join the Investigation Newsletter https://www.courttv.com/email/Court TV Podcast https://www.courttv.com/podcast/FOLLOW THE CASE:Facebook https://www.facebook.com/courttvTwitter/X https://twitter.com/CourtTVInstagram https://www.instagram.com/courttvnetwork/TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@courttvliveYouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/COURTTVWATCH +140 FREE TRIALS IN THE COURT TV ARCHIVE https://www.courttv.com/trials/ HOW TO FIND COURT TV https://www.courttv.com/where-to-watch/

Dr. Kristen Raney, President of Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (NWTC), talks with Debra Fitzgerald about how the college is transforming education into opportunity in Door County and elsewhere within the systems' communities. Dr. Raney shares what makes NWTC her favorite college to lead, how job-focused programs are tailored to local workforce needs, and how the school is partnering with employers, K-12 districts, and even correctional facilities.

Few people will put more planning and time into catching a great photograph than Kevin O'Donnell, who shared the story of his pursuit of a very particular photograph in the Summer edition of Door County Living Magazine. He reads his essay, “The 40-second Window” on the podcast this week, but first John Mielke joins Myles Dannhausen Jr. to discuss his story on the fishing guides who steer people to the catch of their lives on the lake and the bay in Door County.

Send us a textRory Madsen joins the show to give some details on Gordon Lodge's fundraiser for Ben Askren taking place on August 10th! It will be a great night out in Door County for a great cause, so tune in and find out everything that will make the trip worth it!Support the show

It's becoming difficult to ignore the Canadian and western U.S. wildfire smoke that is causing an increasing number of air quality alerts throughout the Midwest, including within Door County. To help us understand what's going on, a leading air quality expert at UW-Madison, Brad Pierce, (Director of Space Science and Engineering and former NOAA physical scientist and NASA research scientist), joins Debra Fitzgerald to talk about why we're seeing more Door County days flagged for poor air quality, what people can do to keep themselves and their families safe, and what the future may hold for the air we breathe.

On this edition of DMOU, we welcome Destination Door County CEO Julie Gilbert to discuss how under-managed tourism had begun to challenge the summer retreat of my youth. A half a century ago, Door County was a quaint, easy to maneuver vacation destination for those of us who had discovered these unique villages. As she arrived in 2021, it was clear that action was needed to preserve paradise. In this episode, we'll discuss Sustainability, Community Relations and developing a substantial Grant Program that endears the DMO to its residents. Join us.

Peninsula Pulse interns Betsy Lecy and Cassidy Johnson sat down with Debra Fitzgerald to share what it's like to cover Door County through the eyes of the next generation of reporters. From unexpected community insights to the stories that left a lasting impression (so far), they reveal what surprised them most, how their perspectives have changed, and what they discovered about the peninsula that only a reporter on the ground could know.

Since 1972 a unique cultural exchange program has connected Southern Door with Belgium, where many of its first settlers came from. Muraelle Havet, an exchange visitor from Brussels, Belgium, joins Myles Dannhausen Jr. and her host, Bill Chaudoir, to talk about her impressions of Door County and the strong connection between Wisconsin's Belgian settlement and Wallonia.

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