WisDems: Celebrate the life of President Jimmy Carter
Contact: WisDems Press (press@wisdems.org) MADISON, Wis. — Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement following the passing of President Jimmy Carter: “President Jimmy Carter was a visionary leader and a singularly good person, and his remarkable lifetime of
UW Health: Honored by Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development for commitment to hiring and supporting veterans
Contact: Jessie Geraci-Perez(608) 220-1514 JGeraci-Perez@uwhealth.org MADISON, Wis. – UW Health is among 22 employers in Wisconsin recognized as a Vets Ready Employer in 2024 by the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development and its Office of Veteran Employment Services. The annual award
WisOpinion: ‘The Insiders’ reflect on 2024 and its political winners and losers
The WisOpinion Insiders, Chvala and Jensen, look back on the news events of 2024 and select the year’s political winners and losers. Sponsored by the Wisconsin Counties Association and the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership.
Wisconsin National Guard: Wisconsin Challenge Academy graduates 86 cadets
CONTACT: Paul Gorman | ng.wi.wiarng.mbx.wi-pao@army.mil | 608-242-3053To view html content with hi-res photos, copy and paste the following link in your browser: https://wi.ng.mil/News/View/Article/4016897/ by Paul Gorman NECEDAH, Wis. — The Wisconsin National Guard Challenge Academy held a graduation ceremony for 86 cadets from
MacIver Institute: McIver In The News: Conservatives urge Congress to cut tax rates
The MacIver Institute was recently recognized for its support of an effort by key conservative groups from across the country to reduce the corporate tax rate and eliminate the capital gains tax on inflation in the upcoming session of Congress.
Opportunity Wisconsin: Gives back to communities during the holiday season
MADISON, Wis. – This holiday season, Opportunity Wisconsin is giving back by supporting community organizations helping their neighbors in need across the state. Opportunity Wisconsin staff has volunteered their time and the organization has donated goods to toy drives ahead of
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Highly pathogenic avian influenza confirmed in Burnett County
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has identified a case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI H5N1) in a commercial poultry flock in Burnett County. DATCP and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Gov. Evers: 2024 Wrap Up: Gov. Evers highlights Administration’s accomplishments during “Year of the Worker”
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today celebrated his administration’s efforts to bolster Wisconsin’s workforce throughout the Year of the Worker. In January, Gov. Evers delivered his sixth annual State of the State address and declared 2024 the Year of the Worker in Wisconsin. During the address, the governor announced new efforts by the Evers Administration
Gov. Evers, First Lady: Celebrate Kwanzaa in Wisconsin
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers and First Lady Kathy Evers today shared a video message wishing Wisconsinites a happy Kwanzaa. Governor: Hey there, folks. Governor Tony Evers here. First Lady: And I’m First Lady Kathy Evers. Today, we’re wishing all
Former U.S. Ambassador Loftus: Statement on the passing of former Wisconsin State Senate Majority Leader Tim Cullen
Tim Cullen was of the people and for the people. The people were the fine folks of Janesville, Wisconsin. Tim for over 50 years in or out of office had representative democracy as part of his soul. He leaves us
Lt. Gov. Rodriguez: Completes tour of all 72 Wisconsin counties
Contact: Eric LaGesse, (608) 712-1103 Just before the Holiday Season, the Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin, Sara Rodriguez, completed her 2nd consecutive tour of all of Wisconsin’s 72 counties, concluding with a stop of the Woodland Boys and Girls Club in
We Are Many-United Against Hate: Statement on the passing of former State Sen. Tim Cullen
We, at the We Are Many-United Against Hate (WAM-UAH), are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of former Wisconsin Sen. Tim Cullen (D) of Janesville. Sen. Cullen was a great public servant who always worked across bipartisan boundaries to
Gov. Evers, First Lady: Celebrate Hanukkah in Wisconsin
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers and First Lady Kathy Evers today shared a video message wishing Wisconsinites a happy Hanukkah as families and individuals across the state celebrate the start of The Festival of Lights. The governor and first lady’s
Gov. Evers: Releases statement regarding the passing of former State Sen. Petak
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today released a statement regarding the passing of former Wisconsin State Sen. George Petak. “Kathy and I join the people of Wisconsin in mourning the loss of Sen. Petak today,” Gov. Evers said. “Sen. Petak was
Former Sens. Cullen, Petak pass away
Former state Sens. Tim Cullen, who crossed party lines to serve in a Republican administration, and George Petak, whose change of heart paved the way for a new baseball stadium in Milwaukee, have died.