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February 2005
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- Wednesday, February 23, 2005
- WPT RECOGNIZES WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH WITH SPECIAL PROGRAMS
- Moira Harrington
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Throughout history, women have made myriad contributions to the vitality, richness and diversity of life. Wisconsin Public Television (WPT) celebrates these accomplishments during Women's History Month with special programs airing March 21 to 28.
- Monday, February 21, 2005
- Volunteers honored for monitoring Wisconsin streams
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MADISON, Wis.—Among our most important natural resources are the more than 12,600 rivers and streams in Wisconsin. Throughout the state, volunteers monitor the health of their hometown streams and rivers. Monitoring is a fun way to enjoy the outdoors, and the information collected helps local citizens understand how land uses affect water resources. It also contributes to scientific research and benefits local stewardship initiatives.
- Monday, February 14, 2005
- Get more of your money back: Helpful tax tips
- Michael Gutter
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MADISON, Wis.—It’s February already, and time to think about everyone’s favorite subject: filing your tax return.
- Tuesday, February 08, 2005
- Families on the Move - Schools promote healthy eating in and out of the classroom
- Susan Nitzke
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MADISON, Wis.—Students learn about healthful eating and apply what they learn as they choose food and beverages throughout the school day. “Classroom instruction on nutrition and health can be strengthened or sabotaged by food and beverages that are made available during and after school, “ says Susan Nitzke, Professor of Nutritional Sciences at University of Wisconsin-Madison/Extension.
- Wednesday, February 02, 2005
- Sending food gifts to those serving in the military
- Barbara Ingham
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MADISON, Wis.— “For many members of the American armed forces, receiving food gifts is a nice reminder of home,” says Barbara Ingham, University of Wisconsin-Extension food scientist. “However, be sure to send foods that will not spoil in shipping.”
- Tuesday, February 01, 2005
- WPT FEBRUARY PROGRAMS HONOR AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY
- Moira Harrington
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Wisconsin Public Television's (WPT) February schedule features programs that honor the history and contributions of African-Americans.
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