State and federal agencies partnered to launch a goose reduction program at Horicon Marsh starting in the mid-1960s. Its goal was to drive away the geese in the wider area by flying airplanes, lighting exploders and driving airboats.

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WPR’s Lee Rayburn recently spoke with Liliana Espejel, a soon-to-be graduate of the Voices and Dreams Academy. Espejel said the Voices and Dreams Academy gives her a community. It’s also driven her to search for spaces where other women can speak up, share their stories and inspire others.

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The nonprofit Drive $mart Wisconsin’s evidence-based driving training program offers practical tips and skills for getting the most out of a tank of gas.

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Art and bonsai are one in the same to Kevin Stoeveken, who has a background as a sculptor. He’s been caring for bonsai for 14 years.

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Chef Joel Olson said the number one issue people run into with fish is overcooking their fillets. 

“You can’t uncook it, but you can continue cooking it,” Olson said he often tells his classes. Fish continues cooking after you take it off the heat.

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