Wisconsin Hometown Stories Archives

Share your story with PBS Wisconsin at a Madison community story sharing event

March 10, 2025

PBS Wisconsin will host six Madison community story sharing sessions for the latest installment in the Wisconsin Hometown Stories series,…

PBS Wisconsin’s resident Beloiters look ahead to ‘Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Beloit’ premiere

October 16, 2024

PBS Wisconsin’s ongoing local history project, Wisconsin Hometown Stories, highlights the people, businesses and events that shaped communities throughout Wisconsin,…

Enjoy a free community screening of ‘Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Beloit,’ Oct. 17 at the Eclipse Center

October 7, 2024

Join PBS Wisconsin, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17 at The Eclipse Event Center in Beloit, for a free community premiere…

Look inside the ‘Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Beloit’ documentary with the film’s producers

September 20, 2024

The newest installment in PBS Wisconsin’s ongoing local history project, Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Beloit tells the story of a city…

Coming to PBS Wisconsin on Oct. 21: ‘Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Beloit’

August 13, 2024

The newest installment in PBS Wisconsin’s ongoing local history project, Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Beloit will premiere 8 p.m. Monday, Oct….

‘Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Youth Media’ projects to be showcased at Beloit International Film Festival

April 8, 2024

The newest installment in PBS Wisconsin’s ongoing local history project, Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Beloit will premiere later in 2024 on…

‘Hometown Stories: Youth Media’ helps students put a local lens on national issues

December 18, 2023

This fall, students in the Latino Studies class at Beloit Memorial High School had the unique opportunity to co-produce four…

‘Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Youth Media’ project amplifies voices of high school documentarians

March 22, 2023

The newest installment in PBS Wisconsin’s ongoing local history project, Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Appleton premieres at 8 p.m. Monday, April…

Alyssa Beno

I am the editor of Airwaves, our monthly program guide for members. When I’m not highlighting our incredible programs, I’m pedaling the countryside, hiking at a state park, making soy candles, thrift shopping or hanging out with my husband and miniature schnauzer.

Andrew Carlson

As a community engagement manager for PBS Wisconsin, I create lasting relationships with communities around the state, connecting folks through our programming, outreach, and events. Outside of work, I love hiking with my partner, traveling, making music, and meeting friends old and new.

Becky Marburger

As a member of our Marketing and Communications team, I help share PBS Wisconsin's story, including the content we produce and opportunities we provide. Outside the office, you'll likely find me with my nose in a book, outdoors or farming!

Erik Ernst

I'm the Communications Associate Director at PBS Wisconsin. When I'm not letting people know about all of the awesome work the station is doing around the state, you'll find me planning my family's next trip to somewhere fun, warm and likely connected to a Disney Park.

Ian Lewitz

I'm a PBS Wisconsin publicist and former production assistant for the Wisconsin Life project. I enjoy exploring Wisconsin's many lakes and spending the summer months camping around the state.

Inga Witscher

Inga Witscher is a passionate Wisconsin dairy farmer, cheesemaker and host of PBS Wisconsin’s Around the Farm Table.

Luke Zahm

Luke Zahm is a James Beard-nominated chef and owner of The Driftless Cafe in Viroqua, Wisconsin. He shares his passion for discovering the stories behind the food we eat as host of Wisconsin Foodie.

Marci Glaus

I am the education communications manager for PBS Wisconsin Education. When I am not raving about our outstanding education resources, you can find me dancing, reading, playing, and exploring with my two young children while trying to stay awake past nine o’clock.

Mike Devine

I’m a Public Relations Specialist for PBS Wisconsin who enjoys promoting the wide range of programming that we offer. When I’m not sharing the stories of PBS Wisconsin content, I enjoy going to concerts, watching movies, reading and traveling (Always open to recommendations for my next destination!).

Mark Riechers

Mark is a digital content editor for PBS Wisconsin. A photographer, radio producer and writer, he has experience telling all kinds of stories, from the history of Milwaukee beer ads to processing death through game development.

Pete Schwaba

Pete Schwaba is a stand-up comedian, writer, director and host of "Director's Cut" on PBS Wisconsin. His writing and directing credits include “A Guy Thing” and “The Godfather of Green Bay.” Pete’s TV writing credits include “Are you Smarter than a 5th Grader?” as Jeff Foxworthy’s writer/producer and the sports comedy show “Sports Soup.” Pete is married with two children and splits time between Los Angeles and the Midwest.

Samantha Nash

I’m a project manager at PBS Wisconsin, and formerly an associate editor at WisContext. When I’m not scouring the state for fun music and arts content, I’m usually being forced to go on a hike by my demanding border collie or being forced to read on the couch by my demanding cats.

Sigrid Peterson

I'm a digital producer at PBS Wisconsin. I make our digital shenanigans compelling, friendly, and interactive so viewers can access great PBS programming over the air, on the web, on a boat, in a moat, in a box, with a fox. . . you catch my drift.

Tara Lovdahl

As a publicist for PBS Wisconsin, I love helping people learn about and engage with our wonderful programs. I also enjoy bicycling, baking, playing board games and watching movies (especially musicals).

Tawny Morrison

As the education communications specialist for PBS Wisconsin Education, I get to support teachers by sharing incredible education resources with them. In my free time I do a lot of teaching and learning of my own – with a pair of escrima sticks in my hands at a martial arts gym.

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Share your story with PBS Wisconsin at a Madison community story sharing event

PBS Wisconsin’s resident Beloiters look ahead to ‘Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Beloit’ premiere

Enjoy a free community screening of ‘Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Beloit,’ Oct. 17 at the Eclipse Center

Look inside the ‘Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Beloit’ documentary with the film’s producers

Coming to PBS Wisconsin on Oct. 21: ‘Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Beloit’

‘Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Youth Media’ projects to be showcased at Beloit International Film Festival

‘Hometown Stories: Youth Media’ helps students put a local lens on national issues

‘Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Youth Media’ project amplifies voices of high school documentarians

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