Katie Thoresen
News Director/Vice PresidentKatie Thoresen joined WXPR as the News Director in August of 2020. While new to WXPR, she's not new to Rhinelander. Katie previously worked for WJFW and has spent the last five years working in TV. She covers the news that matters to people in northern Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula and takes a special interest in environmental and health care related stories.
Katie is happy to be back in the Northwoods after living in Oregon for two years. She grew up in Illinois and has spent her entire life visiting the area. Katie is a graduate of Central Michigan University. Outside of work you can find her on the hiking trails or out on the water.
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The Wisconsin fishing opener is just over a week away.There are some new regulations in place anglers need to be aware of.
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The Town Board of Lac du Flambeau will increase from three to five members. The change was made after a vote by the electors at the annual town meeting last week.
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Although recent rain has improved conditions in some areas, much of the state's vegetation is still dead and dry.
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Some birds have started their annual migration to or through the Northwoods.Soon, they’ll be coming in droves.The Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin is encouraging people to get out and see them while also supporting work to protect and restore bird habitat.
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In 2022, grocery prices increased 11.4 percent. While the rate of price increases has slowed, it’s still rising.It’s leading to more people in the Northwoods trying to supplement their groceries elsewhere.
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The Cisco Lake Boating Access Site in Gogebic County will be closed for the next few weeks while repairs are being made.
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The Republican from Rhinelander has served as a state representative for the 34th district for six terms. He is seeking his 7th two-year term.
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Wetlands provide a range of benefits to communities, wildlife and the environment.A state conservation group launched a new initiative to restore and improve wetlands across the state.
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The Wisconsin spring turkey hunting season begins April 17th.
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The Wisconsin DNR is considering an emergency rule to allow walleye harvest on the Minocqua Chain this year.