A burning desire: A Wisconsinite’s ode to wood heat

01/24/25 • -1 min

Few things offer the same comfort and satisfaction as the steady warmth of a wood fire on a cold winter night. Writer Ron Davis of Eau Claire, Wisconsin reflects on how his wood stove taught him resilience, gratitude, and an appreciation for simple, honest labor.

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Clean up in aisle 7: Discovering the beauty of fatherhood in a Milwaukee supermarket

Becoming a parent for the first time can bring a wild range of emotions. Chris Myers of Milwaukee, Wisconsin came head to head with those feelings in the middle of a supermarket. The following story was told at The Moth, during an open-mic StorySLAM in Milwaukee where the theme of the night was “Happy.” Here’s Chris Myers live at The Moth.

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How to become the fastest egg roll wrapper in Wisconsin

Cooking — and eating — traditional family dishes can often be the highlight of a person’s year. For writer Yia Lor of Eau Claire, that beloved dish that she looks forward to making is egg rolls. She shared a story about her love of wrapping the crunchy snack at a live storytelling event hosted by Wisconsin Public Radio’s “Wisconsin Life” and the Chippewa Valley Writers Guild. It was held on Nov. 14, 2024 in Eau Claire, Wisconsin at The Lakely.