H. Carl Mueller: Baby Boomers expected to leave a historic living legacy. Will you?
Legacy giving can provide the support they need for generations to come in the name and living memory of the donor.
Carl Behr: A life lived in language
After five household moves over 90-plus years, my childhood library is still with me.
Sara Finger: National Kindness Day reminds us of the power of community
This National Kindness Day, let’s remember that kindness doesn’t require perfection; it requires participation. It’s checking in on a neighbor. It’s listening with empathy. It’s using your voice to stand up for what’s right, even when it’s uncomfortable.
Dept. of Natural Resources: Celebrates Wisconsin Recycling Excellence Award winners ahead of America Recycles Day
MADISON, Wis. – In honor of America Recycles Day on Saturday, Nov. 15, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announces the winners of the 2025 Wisconsin Recycling Excellence Awards. Wisconsin’s recycling law bans certain materials from the trash and establishes a
Dept. of Transportation: Celebrates record-high seat belt use in Wisconsin on National Seat Belt Day
On National Seat Belt Day, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) and Division of Wisconsin State Patrol celebrate record-high seat belt use in Wisconsin after the most recent observational survey reported 94% of drivers in the state buckle up. This
U.S. Rep. Pocan: Endorses candidates for statewide office in 2026
Madison – Congressman Mark Pocan (D-WI) today released his endorsements of statewide candidates for the 2026 election. “I am pleased to announce my support for Sarah Godlewski for Lt. Governor, Josh Kaul for Attorney General, Eric Wilson for State Treasurer, and
August predicts at least 50 Assembly GOP votes for online gaming bill amid conservative pushback
Assembly Majority Leader Tyler August expressed confidence that legislation to allow online bets to be placed in Wisconsin will get at least 50 GOP votes on the floor next week despite pushback in some conservative circles.
Jones campaign: State Rep. Maureen McCarville endorses Judge Ben Jones for Dane County Circuit Court, Branch 1
MADISON—Today, State Rep. Maureen McCarville endorsed Judge Ben Jones for election to a full term in Dane County Circuit Court, Branch 1. Rep. McCarville (AD-45) is the latest State Representative in Dane County to endorse Judge Ben Jones, including Rep. Sheila
UW Health: Encourages vaccination ahead of holiday gatherings
MADISON, Wis. – As families prepare for holiday celebrations, UW Health is reminding the community that now is the ideal time to get vaccinated against influenza and COVID-19. In between errands, UW Health patients can get both vaccines at the John
Wisconsin Better Business Bureau: Business tip: Get your business ready for the holidays
Milwaukee, Wis. – The holiday season is officially here! This year, the National Retail Federation is forecasting healthy growth in retail sales during the holidays, even with shoppers concerned about fluctuating inflation and economic uncertainty. However, between higher prices and staffing shortages, the 2025 holiday season is
Rep. Udell: Statement on Knowles-Nelson committee vote
MADISON, Wis. — Yesterday, Wisconsin’s Assembly Committee on Forestry, Parks, and Outdoor Recreation voted on two bills which would fund and change the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program. The bills each received a 6-6 vote, meaning they failed to earn the committee’s
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Joins Sen. Rick Scott in Senate field hearing on the Palisades Fire
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) participated in a field hearing in Pacific Palisades, California held by the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging entitled, “Forgotten After the Flames: Stories from the Palisades Fire.” U.S. Senator Rick Scott (R-Fla.) chaired
Rep. Vining: Re-introduces One-Stop-Shop small business bill and hosts local roundtable
WAUWATOSA–State Representative Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa), Representative Francesca Hong (D-Madison), Representative Alex Joers (D-Waunakee) and State Senator Brad Pfaff (D-Onalaska) introduced a bill to create an online one-stop-shop for Wisconsinites to access information on starting, maintaining, and growing a small business.
Rep. Miresse: Federal hemp ban threatens Wisconsin’s farmers, small businesses, and consumer freedom
Washington, D.C. – Late last night, President Trump signed the continuing resolution which could outlaw much of Wisconsin’s hemp-based economy. Buried in the continuing resolution Republicans rushed through Congress is a provision which bans the “sale of intoxicating hemp-based or hemp-derived
Fox Cities Chamber: First “Innovate for Tomorrow” event focused on work-based learning
The Fox Cities Chamber kicked off its Innovate for Tomorrow: Education & Business Partnership Series with a highly engaging first session dedicated to Work-Based Learning. Held at RGL Logistics and attended by educators, employers, and community partners from across the region, the