Join Diane Blanchard and Pamela Hilke, lifelong Wisconsin Rapids residents, as they nostalgically recount the transformation of their hometown. From childhood memories of living near Mead Field and catching the mail train at the depot to reminiscing about long-gone local businesses like Hershlebs and Woolworths, their stories paint a vivid picture of a bygone era. They recall the neighborhood’s evolution, favorite hangouts like the A&W drive-in, and the thrill of summer reading programs at the old library. This episode is a heartfelt journey through the past with insights into Wisconsin Rapids’ changing landscape.