front porch talk

We’ve all seen the bar that has a softball field or sand volleyball courts outside to enhance their business and bring in clientele. Features in West Salem built an indoor facility with multi use courts and a bar so teams and families could enjoy and have a full experience. They also saw it as a […]

Tony got the chance to interview Abby Blake about her shot at fame on American Idol this season. Abby is from Caledonia originally and is currently living and performing in Nashville.

Polar Plunge has been going on in LaCrosse for 26 years. That’s the longest in the state of Wisconsin! Every year folks brave the jump – or in the case here run into the frigid waters in a show of support and fundraising for Special Olympics. There are a few ways to help this year […]

I interviewed Hurricanes Head Girls Basketball Coach Dale Moga and some of his players as they get set to play a game, but also help their community. With their Canes Care Cancer Awareness Fundraiser they will be auctioning off several items including a Caitlin Clark jersey. There will also be donation buckets and bake sale […]

Another Tuesday, another concert announcement! Brantley Gilbert is coming to LaCrosse in March of 2024. Brantley has been through here before a few times including a performance at Oktoberfest. Brantley has his feet in the “rebel” side of country for sure and sings songs about being from the south and adds some rock to his […]

Country Boom 2024 is on it’s way July 11th-13th this summer and as always it is looking to be a great weekend! Several artists you know and some great up and comers will be there!

We are hearing it too much the last few years: our business is closing. The most impacted seems to be the restaurant business. All over the country there are community staples that have closed because after the pandemic they lost their work force. Prices also rose due to shipping issues and supply chain issues. Fayze’s […]

It may seem strange to not have a THE traditional meal on “Turkey Day”. Not everyone has turkey at Thanksgiving and some feel they want a change when Christmas comes around. If you’re looking for some recipes or even a “meat swap” we have some help for you. Kaitlyn Riley-Kesler of the Wisconsin Beef Council […]

The economy is still trying to bounce back from the pandemic a few years ago and we are still seeing established businesses closing. Think about starting up a new business now and being 23 years old. There can be stress involved with overhead, property rental, and licensing. Taylor Cowden of Endless Tiny Tattoo Studio is […]

Mike Tornstrom joins me to discuss the struggles local small towns have with staffing their emergency services. He tells you what you can do if you want to volunteer in your community.


Current track

Title

Artist