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Contact: Tom Evenson (608) 266-2839 Madison, Wisconsin – Governor Scott Walker announced today that he is seeking applicants for appointment as Jackson County District Attorney. The new appointee will fill the vacancy created by the death of Jackson County District Attorney Gerald Fox, who passed away unexpectedly on Monday, September 4, 2017. The new appointee will serve out the remainder of the unexpired term and will be up for election in November 2020. Please submit the following: Cover Letter Short Resume References (list of 3-4) D.A. Application: found on Governor Walker’s website www.walker.wi.gov. (Select “Menu” at the top right of the page, “Serve WI,” “Service
Republicans knocked down three Dem amendments that sought to add provisions prioritizing Wisconsin workers and contractors in the project, adding new restrictions on the tax credits and wiping out exemptions to state environmental regulations for Foxconn. All three fell along party lines, and Sen. Alberta Darling, R-River Hills, challenged Dems on their proposed changes, saying they risked chasing… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options. Username or E-mail Password * Remember Me Forgot Password
Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald introduced an amendment to the Foxconn bill that would maintain the appeals court’s role in any lawsuits filed over decisions related to the economic development zone where the project is located. But the amendment would still speed up the process compared to typical appeals. The Joint Finance Committee added an amendment to the bill that directed the state Supreme Court to directly her appeals of circuit court rulings related to any decision made by a state or local official, board, commission or other authority. Under Fitzgerald’s amendment, the appeals court would collect filings in the
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin is fighting to pass her Buy America amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Senator Baldwin’s Supporting America’s Defense Workers Act would prevent the elimination of critical Buy America standards in the NDAA. “My amendment is a commonsense Buy America policy that supports our manufacturers and our workers, as well as our national and economic security,” said Senator Baldwin. “I have bipartisan support, including President Trump, for my Buy America amendment and I look forward to a vote that respects and rewards the hard work of America’s workers and our military.” Senator
Contact: Peder Berg, 262-290-3343 www.WiVirtualSchoolFamilies.org [Madison…] Hundreds of parents, students, teachers, administrators and advocates of online public charter schools will gather in Madison on Wednesday, September 17, 2017 for their Back-to-School Rally and State Capitol Field Trip. “We’re gearing up for another great school year,” said Peder Berg, President of the Wisconsin Coalition of Virtual School Families. “On Wednesday, we’ll talk a little education policy, empower parents with information and take our message to the Capitol to encourage lawmakers to have the wisdom and the courage to say ‘I Trust Parents.’” State Senator Leah Vukmir (R-Brookfield), a longtime champion of online
Lands’ End and Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin, along with NBC15, have teamed up for National Hunger Action Month. On September 14 a team lead by Jerome Griffith, CEO of Lands’ End, will compete in a game of “Tug of War” against the Dodgeville High School football team to raise money for Second Harvest Food Bank. WHEN: Thursday, September 14, 2017 Time: 2:30pm festivities begin, 2:45pm game of “Tug of War” begins WHERE: Dodgeville High School Football Field 912 W Chapel St, Dodgeville, WI 53533 In the event of rain, the Tug of War game will be held in
WisconsinEye invites you to an evening of education and hope. Please join us for the public premiere of the new opioid documentary, “Straight Forward: The Truth About Addiction.” The film features honest, in-depth interviews with young Wisconsinites fighting to recover their lives and futures from addictions involving opioids. The evening will also feature a Community Forum Panel discussion, Community Resource Fair and a Drug Take Back Event. When: Tuesday, September 19, 2017 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Where: Oconomowoc High School 641 E. Forest St., Oconomowoc The Evening: 6:00-7:00 p.m. Community Resource Fair 7:00-7:50 p.m. “Straight Forward: The Truth About
Contact: Jessica Lovejoy (608-318-3065) MILWAUKEE — Momentum continues to grow in support of Judge Rebecca Dallet’s campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court. Over the past month, Dallet has added 37 more current or retired judges from across the state to her growing list of supporters bringing the total to 126. “I’m proud to sign on as a supporter of Judge Dallet’s campaign for Supreme Court,” said Judge William Domina of Waukesha County. “Her experience is unmatched, and I trust her vision for Wisconsin’s highest court.” “The decision to support Judge Dallet in this race was an easy one,” said Judge Barbara
All were supposed to solve transportation budget impasse. None did.
Assuming that it passes largely as currently written, which is expected, this budget is the muffled whimper that marks the end of Wisconsin’s conservative reformation.
Or how to run for U.S. Senate in the land of scorched-earth politics.
Sheboygan County’s “Someplace Better” workforce recruitment initiative has been nominated for a Human Capital award as part of the Community and Economic Development Awards program created by the Wisconsin Economic Development Association (WEDA). The awards recognize individuals, businesses, projects and organizations that are making significant contributions to Wisconsin’s economy. Someplace Better was created to address the future workforce needs of Sheboygan County, Wisconsin’s second fastest growing economy over the past two years. The initiative helps companies recruit talent by selling the area as a great place to live and work. Someplace Better is a partnership between Sheboygan County Economic Development Corp. and the Sheboygan
Contact: Tom Evenson (608) 266-2839 Madison, Wisconsin – Governor Scott Walker announced today that he is seeking applicants for appointment as Jackson County District Attorney. The new appointee will fill the vacancy created by the death of Jackson County District Attorney Gerald Fox, who passed away unexpectedly on Monday, September 4, 2017.
Republicans knocked down three Dem amendments that sought to add provisions prioritizing Wisconsin workers and contractors in the project, adding new restrictions on the tax credits and wiping out exemptions to state environmental regulations for Foxconn. All three fell along party lines, and Sen. Alberta Darling, R-River Hills, challenged Dems
Senate Majority Leader Scott Fitzgerald introduced an amendment to the Foxconn bill that would maintain the appeals court’s role in any lawsuits filed over decisions related to the economic development zone where the project is located. But the amendment would still speed up the process compared to typical appeals. The
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin is fighting to pass her Buy America amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Senator Baldwin’s Supporting America’s Defense Workers Act would prevent the elimination of critical Buy America standards in the NDAA. “My amendment is a commonsense Buy America policy that
Contact: Peder Berg, 262-290-3343 www.WiVirtualSchoolFamilies.org [Madison…] Hundreds of parents, students, teachers, administrators and advocates of online public charter schools will gather in Madison on Wednesday, September 17, 2017 for their Back-to-School Rally and State Capitol Field Trip. “We’re gearing up for another great school year,” said Peder Berg, President of the
Lands’ End and Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin, along with NBC15, have teamed up for National Hunger Action Month. On September 14 a team lead by Jerome Griffith, CEO of Lands’ End, will compete in a game of “Tug of War” against the Dodgeville High School football team to
WisconsinEye invites you to an evening of education and hope. Please join us for the public premiere of the new opioid documentary, “Straight Forward: The Truth About Addiction.” The film features honest, in-depth interviews with young Wisconsinites fighting to recover their lives and futures from addictions involving opioids. The evening
Contact: Jessica Lovejoy (608-318-3065) MILWAUKEE — Momentum continues to grow in support of Judge Rebecca Dallet’s campaign for Wisconsin Supreme Court. Over the past month, Dallet has added 37 more current or retired judges from across the state to her growing list of supporters bringing the total to 126. “I’m
All were supposed to solve transportation budget impasse. None did.
Assuming that it passes largely as currently written, which is expected, this budget is the muffled whimper that marks the end of Wisconsin’s conservative reformation.
Or how to run for U.S. Senate in the land of scorched-earth politics.
Sheboygan County’s “Someplace Better” workforce recruitment initiative has been nominated for a Human Capital award as part of the Community and Economic Development Awards program created by the Wisconsin Economic Development Association (WEDA). The awards recognize individuals, businesses, projects and organizations that are making significant contributions to Wisconsin’s economy. Someplace Better was