April 29, 2023 - Mother Earth – Globally and Locally River Radio

Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk with world-renowned journalist and environmental advocate Bill McKibben about the state of climate change and what can be done from here (5:00), and William O’Brien State Park Supervisor Wayne Boerner about the impact of river flooding and construction plans at the park (26:00). Plus, an update on local news (43:15). Matt Quast is technical director.

This Week’s Guests
Bill McKibben, journalist and environmental advocate
Third Act
Wayne Boerner, manager, William O’Brien State Park
William O’Brien Management Plan
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
City of Scandia
May Township
Washington County
Article links:
Bill McKibben – Climate Change is the Legacy of People over the age of 60 (The Guardian)
Bill McKibben – This Simple Math Problem Could Be the Key to Solving Our Climate Crisis (Rolling Stone)
St. Croix 360 – New members of Wisconsin town board revoke factory farm rules
 
Events
Library Presentation on Greenland – Replay
Marine Village School Taco Fundraiser
Gammelgarden Opening Weekend
Public meeting on Osceola Bridge work
Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library