Scott Walker: Thankful for family and a nation that overcomes every challenge
Thanksgiving encourages us to honor the past, cherish the present and fight for a freer and more prosperous future
U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Development: Invests additional $703,000 to update Burnett Township wastewater facility
Stevens Point, Wis., Dec.1, 2025 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development (RD) State Director Andrew C. Iverson announced today that the Burnett Sanitary District #1 will use a USDA RD grant of $703,000 to install a new lift station
LaKeshia Myers: Just be thankful for what you’ve got
As a society, we can become so enveloped in our personal wants and desires that we don’t take the time to stop and give thanks for all of the things we already have.
Bill Kaplan: Trump is Putin’s lapdog
Putin, greenlighted by Trump, will not stop at Ukraine’s borders.
Arthur Cyr: Trump’s Venezuela aggression follows U.S. pattern
Given the turmoil, literal and rhetorical, context is important. A basic fact of life is that the United States does not willingly tolerate hostile regimes in the Americas. The Monroe Doctrine stated this concern early.
Gov. Evers: Celebrates “Shop Small Wisconsin,” encourages Wisconsinites to shop local this holiday season
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers this week is kicking off the holiday season, celebrating “Shop Small Wisconsin Season” and encouraging Wisconsinites to shop at Wisconsin’s many local small businesses during the holidays. For the fifth consecutive year, Gov. Evers has proclaimed the weeks
Varnam campaign: Congressman Derrick Van Orden endorses former Lancaster Mayor David Varnam for Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin
Lancaster, WI (December 1, 2025) – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) formally endorsed David Varnam for Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin. “From skyrocketing costs to failing to protect our children in classrooms, the legacy Sara Rodriguez leaves behind is damning. David
Dept. of Natural Resources: Invasive Species Council announces nomination period for 22nd annual Invasive Species Action Awards
Individuals And Groups Honored For Work On Managing Invasive Species MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the Wisconsin Invasive Species Council is accepting nominations for the 22nd annual Invasive Species Action Awards now through Feb. 15,
Rep. Penterman: Governor Evers does the wrong thing and spreads misinformation
MADISON, WI – Today, State Representative William Penterman is calling on Governor Tony Evers to correct the record after misleading Wisconsin families about gas prices. In a social media post yesterday, Governor Evers falsely claimed that gas prices are rising, even as recent reports show they
Jones campaign: Six Dane County Circuit Court Judges endorse Judge Ben Jones for Dane County Circuit Court, Branch 1
MADISON—Today, as signature gathering opens for nomination papers so candidates can be placed on the spring ballot, six Dane County Circuit Court Judges have stepped forward to announce their support for Judge Ben Jones to continue serving in Branch 1.
Dept. of Transportation, Wisconsin County Highway Association: Recognize snowplow drivers on Snowplow Driver Appreciation Day
Governor Tony Evers proclaimed today (Dec. 1) as Snowplow Driver Appreciation Day in Wisconsin to celebrate the men and women who brave winter’s worst to keep Wisconsin’s roads safe and passable. Together with the Wisconsin County Highway Association (WCHA), the
Emily Berge: Will not seek another term as City Council President, focuses on congressional run
Eau Claire, WI – After nearly eight years of service on the Eau Claire City Council, including almost three years as Council President, Emily Berge announced today that she will not seek another term. Instead, she will focus on her
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection, Dept. of Financial Institutions: Giving Tuesday: Protect your charitable donations
MADISON, Wis. – As the holidays approach and the giving season begins, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) and the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) have partnered to help consumers protect their money and personal information ahead
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Scammers want your identity for the holidays
MADISON, Wis. – Identity thieves take full advantage of the holiday season by impersonating popular businesses and soliciting consumers’ personal information for dishonest reasons. To protect themselves from identity theft during this holiday season and year-round, consumers need to keep
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Avoid scams and frauds this holiday season
MADISON, Wis. – The holidays are a busy time for Wisconsin consumers, and scammers are eager to take advantage of the hustle and bustle. Scammers want to steal consumers’ money and personal information, and they know the best tricks to