CONTACT:  Toni Morrissey (608) 263-3223; (608) 576-6456; tmorrissey@uwhealth.org MADISON, WI – The department of family medicine and community health of the UW School of Medicine and Public Health will take part in a multi-site Food-and-Drug- Administration-approved Phase III trial investigating MDMA as an adjunct to psychotherapy for the treatment of severe post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Other trials using MDMA, a component of the street drug Ecstasy, have shown such promise that the FDA last August granted the Breakthrough Therapy Designation to MDMA for the treatment of PTSD. In Phase II trials, after two sessions of MDMA-assisted psychotherapy, 56 percent of the participants

Data shows WI ranks 10th in the nation for number of manufacturing jobs added year over year  MADISON – Today, Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Secretary Ray Allen released the following statement on the United States Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) release of Quarterly Census of Employment and Wage data for the first quarter of 2018.  The data showed strong total wage growth across all industry sectors, that Wisconsin ranks in the top half of states in the number of private sector jobs added from March 2017 to March 2018, 8th in construction employment growth nationally and 12th nationally in

Contact: Washington, D.C. Office, (202) 225-2476 (Washington, D.C.) – Today, Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-Glenbeulah) introduced a bipartisan resolution with Representatives Mark Pocan (WI-02), Gwen Moore (WI-04), Betty McCollum (MN-04), Sean Duffy (WI-07), Mike Gallagher (WI-o8) and Juan Vargas (CA-51) recognizing the cultural and historical significance of the Hmong New Year. “I am privileged to represent one of Wisconsin’s largest Hmong communities. Each year I attend the New Year celebrations in my district,” said Congressman Grothman. “These celebrations of thanksgiving are an honor to attend – the food, music and dance make these festivals truly special events. I am glad that both sides

  Contact: Leah Kimmell Monona City Hall (608) 216-7408 lkimmell@ci.monona.wi.us Because of the extensive rain on Wednesday, the level of Lake Monona rose 2”, setting an all-time record of 10” above the 100-year flood level. However, we have seen a decline of 3⁄4” inthe last 24 hours, and there is no rain in the forecast for the foreseeable future. Water is stillflowing into Lake Mendota from its tributaries, and water continues to be released from Lake Mendota into Lake Monona. But with the dry weather, we can expect to see a 1⁄2”–1” drop per day in the level of Lake

Tom Sheehan Court Information Officer (608) 261-6640 Madison, Wis. (Sept. 7, 2018) – The Wisconsin Supreme Court will arrive in Sparta on Oct. 12 to hear oral argument in three cases at the Monroe County Justice Center as part of the Court’s Justice on Wheels outreach and education program. Monroe County marks the 29th county outside Dane where the Supreme Court has held argument since the Justice on Wheels program began in 1993. Justice on Wheels gives people outside the Madison area, including students, teachers, and the general public, an opportunity to observe the Court at work, without having to

For Immediate Release September 7, 2018 Contact: Courtney Beyer, courtneyb@wisdems.org WisDems: The Foxconn effect: Mount Pleasant bond rating downgraded  Today, The Daily Reporter reported that Moody’s Credit Agency has downgraded Mount Pleasant’s credit rating. The reasoning? Foxconn. From the report: Mount Pleasant’s millions in borrowing to support the construction of Foxconn Technology Group’s $10 billion factory there have led to a one-notch downgrade in the village’s credit rating over fears that the massive factory may not produce the economic benefits officials had promised. And here is Moody’s analysis. The downgrade to Aa3 largely reflects current and anticipated growth in the village’s direct debt burden and likely growth in its

Ald. Robert J. Bauman (414) 286-3774 Milwaukee Ald. Bauman: Fire officials to explain reasoning behind marking abandoned homes On Monday, September 10, the Joint Committee on Redevelopment of Abandoned and Foreclosed Homes will hear from several City agencies about the Fire Department’s placement of placards on buildings that indicate they are abandoned. Alderman Robert J. Bauman, chair of the Joint Committee on Redevelopment of Abandoned and Foreclosed Homes, is concerned posting a placard indicating a home is vacant may mischaracterize a neighborhood as blighted while attracting a criminal element. “Placing signage on a home that says the property is vacant

Contact: Amy Hasenberg, (608) 266-2839   Plastics Manufacturer Nolato Contour Expands Operations in St. Croix County; Plans to Create 62 Jobs Company says business climate, workforce are key reasons why it’s growing in Wisconsin   MADISON – Nolato Contour, a plastics manufacturer, is expanding its facility in St. Croix County – a $17.9 million project expected to create 62 jobs over the next three years.“Nolato Contour is a global leader in manufacturing plastics, and we applaud the company for its continued investment and commitment to the State of Wisconsin,” said Governor Scott Walker. “This growth is great news for the entire

Contact: Austin Altenburg media@scottwalker.com In the News: Scott Walker Proposes Expanding Youth Apprenticeship Program to 7th and 8th Grades to Boost Wisconsin’s Already Top 10 Graduation Rates [Madison, Wis.] – On Tuesday, Scott Walker’s campaign released a new TV ad detailing the governor’s proposal to expand Youth Apprenticeships to increase graduation rates, build our workforce, and ensure student success. The program will expand to 7th and 8th graders to give them a jumpstart on hands-on technical experiences employers are looking for. This way, high school graduates have options to pursue a variety of careers, and can keep Wisconsin working for generations to come. Check

Michael Bie, (608) 246-7928 michael.bie@dot.wi.gov Flood response and recovery is ongoing in southwest Wisconsin Check 511wi.gov for the latest highway closures in southwest Wisconsin  Recent flooding impacted numerous state highways in southwest and south-central Wisconsin. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) encourages drivers to be aware of changing travel conditions and “know before you go” with 511 Wisconsin, Wisconsin’s Travel Information website. Despite the recent sunny weather, WisDOT is actively monitoring Interstates in southern Wisconsin due to rising waterways. Lane closures are anticipated over the weekend on sections of the I-39/90, I-90/94 and I-39 corridors in Dane and Columbia counties as water levels

Contact: Austin Altenburg media@scottwalker.com ICYMI: Walker Ad Shows Consequences of Evers Failing to Revoke License of Porn-Watching Teacher [Madison, Wis.] – On Wednesday, Scott Walker’s campaign released a new TV ad depicting the consequences of Evers failing to revoke the license of a teacher who spread pornography in the classroom. Even after it was revealed that the teacher repeatedly watched pornographic material in the classroom, and commented on the bodies of middle school girls, Tony Evers refused to take action and revoke the license of the teacher – who is still teaching today. Tony Evers failed to do his job and stand up for Wisconsin’s students.