THU PM Update: DOT’s Thompson clears committee but Nass, Stroebel raise objections

Thursday, Aug 8, 2019

From WisPolitics.com … — A Senate panel today unanimously backed the confirmation of Craig Thompson to lead DOT despite Sen. Steve Nass, R-Whitewater, urging Republicans on the panel to either oppose Thompson’s nomination or delay the vote. Before the vote, committee Chair Jerry Petrowski, R-Marathon, praised Thompson as “a class act” that “will do a great job for the state of Wisconsin.” He … 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    

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UW Health: The National Institutes of Health’s ‘All of Us’ Journey comes to Madison

Thursday, Aug 8, 2019

Contact: Andrew Hellpap (608) 316-9786 ahellpap@uwhealth.org MADISON – Next week, the University of Wisconsin-Madison will host the National Institutes of Health’s “All of Us” Journey, a traveling, hands-on exhibit that raises awareness about the “All of Us” Research Program. The Journey exhibit will be at The Sessions at McPike Park, 202 S. Ingersoll St., 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Aug. 14 and 15, and will be at the Second Baptist Church, 4303 Britta Parkway, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Aug. 16. The Journey has activities that help visitors learn about the program, from an exploration station to quizzes, videos

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