Local Matters unites fans of Milio’s Sandwiches and community nonprofits. Madison, WI – Thanks to overwhelming support from customers, Milio’s Sandwiches is proud to announce its Local Matters initiative raised more than $12,000 from the sales of over 8,000 community sandwiches during the first three months of the new program that supports area nonprofits. Local Matters started in June across all Milio’s Sandwiches locations in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Iowa to support the communities that support Milio’s. The launch kicked off with Milio’s Cuban Special. For every Cuban Special sold during June, July, and August, Milio’s and its franchise partners donated $1.50 to

Terry Hayden, President of the Wisconsin Pipe Trades (WPTA), released the following statement on behalf of the WPTA announcing the endorsement of Alex Lasry for US Senate. “The Wisconsin Pipe Trades Association proudly endorses Alex Lasry for US Senate. We need more people like Alex in the Senate who understand the importance of fostering economic growth and development while preserving union jobs.“ “He’s been crucial to Milwaukee’s resurgence over the last several years, most notably through his work to support the Milwaukee Bucks’ efforts to construct their new arena. His commitment to union labor has uplifted both the city and

Sen. Bob Menendez (D-NJ) and Sen. John Boozman (R-AR) call on Congress to increase the number of residency slots funded by Medicare—the primary source of payment for doctors-in-training, expanding access to care in rural and urban communities  WISCONSIN — In a new op-ed in Modern Healthcare, Senator John Boozman (R-AR) is urging Congress to fund Graduate Medical Education (GME) at an adequate level to address the doctor shortage crisis facing this country. The Association of American Medical Colleges estimates the United States will face a shortage of between 37,800 to 124,000 doctors by 2034.  Congress can address this through the

Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Reps. Ron Kind (D-WI) and Glenn “GT” Thompson (R-PA) introduced a bipartisan bill to research and manage the spread of chronic wasting disease (CWD), a contagious, neurological disease affecting cervids – deer, elk and moose – that is always fatal. There is no known cure for CWD and it’s unclear how the disease is transmitted. As of August 2021, CWD has been confirmed in 25 states, and there are serious concerns that the disease will continue to spread to herds across the country. The Chronic Wasting Disease Research and Management Act will support state and tribal efforts to develop and implement management strategies as well as fund

[Madison, WI] – Wisconsinites are grappling with the costly impact of Bidenflation. While Democrats continue to push even more tax-and-spend policies that would only exacerbate the problem, Wisconsin families are already struggling to keep up with rising prices on everyday goods — with total costs amounting to an extra $175 a month per household. As inflation crushes sectors from energy to agriculture, the Joe Biden economy is failing Wisconsin families. Check out what they’re saying on how Bidenflation is hurting Wisconsin: Eau Claire Leader-Telegram: Wisconsin gas prices hit 7-year high Wisconsin drivers are feeling more pain at the pump, as gas prices have

Powell Served as Role Model to Rep. Bowen, and Millions More MILWAUKEE – In response to the news of the passing of General and Former Secretary of State Colin Powell after complications from COVID-19, State Rep. David Bowen (D-Milwaukee) released the following statement: “I was truly saddened to hear of the news yesterday of former Secretary of State Colin Powell’s passing. Although our political perspectives differed but also aligned in many ways, I greatly respected and looked up to General Powell not only as a public servant, but as an undeniable example of American excellence from Jamaican descent. A stellar

MADISON, WI — The Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA) today applauded members of the legislature’s Joint Finance Committee as they voted to advance legislation to increase the state’s agricultural exports, including dairy. “We believe the potential for growth of Wisconsin’s dairy and cheese exports is limitless,” said WCMA Executive Director John Umhoefer. “We have the high-quality products, the skilled teams, and the right market conditions; all that’s needed is this added support. This legislation will provide a welcome boost to help dairy processors expand their customer base globally and strengthen our state’s leading industry.” “With 96 percent of the world’s