Dept. of Military Affairs: Wraps up eventful year

After years of discussion and community interest, the F-35 Lightning II fifth-generation fighter jet arrived at the 115th Fighter Wing in late April. “It’s with great joy and obligation that we accept this challenge today of becoming the second Air

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Convergence Resource Center: Receives two grants

MILWAUKEE (Dec. 21, 2023) – Christmas came early for a faith-based nonprofit organization that helps female survivors of human trafficking and justice-involved women rebuild their lives. Convergence Resource Center (CRC) received a $5,000 grant from the Green Bay Packers Foundation and a portion

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Rep. Allen: Releases school safety bill

Madison, WI – Today, Rep. Allen, along with Sen. Jesse James, released a bill that would create a one-time school safety grant program of $30 million. “Student safety is an important priority,” said Rep. Allen. “Our schools should be safe.”

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Rep. Neubauer: Appoints Rep. Baldeh to WEDC board of directors

MADISON, Wis. – Today, Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) appointed Representative Samba Baldeh (D-Madison) to the Board of Directors for the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC). The appointment will begin on January 3rd, 2024.  Representative Neubauer released the following

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Rep. Baldeh: Statement on appointment to WEDC board of directors

MADISON – Earlier today, Representative Samba Baldeh (D-Madison) was appointed to the Board of Directors of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) by Assembly Minority Leader Greta Neubauer (D-Racine). In response, Representative Baldeh released the following statement: “It is truly

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Statement on the ongoing Israel-Hamas war

WISCONSIN – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin released the following statement on the ongoing Israel-Hamas war: “Hamas’s October 7th terrorist massacre has led to unbearable suffering in Israel, Gaza, and around the world. As I have said before, I support Israel’s right to defend

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Wisconsin Technology Council: Corporate innovators will talk about their work Jan. 18 at Whitewater University Innovation Center

WHITEWATER, Wis. – Several of southern Wisconsin prominent companies will talk about research, innovation and workforce needs Thursday, Jan. 18 at a Tech Council Innovation Network luncheon at the Whitewater University Innovation Center. Panelists thus far include Todd Asmuth, president and chief strategy officer for SHINE Technologies, and Brian Schauf, director of engine… Please log

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Dept. of Military Affairs: Wraps up eventful year

After years of discussion and community interest, the F-35 Lightning II fifth-generation fighter jet arrived at the 115th Fighter Wing in late April. “It’s with great joy and obligation that we accept this challenge today of becoming the second Air National Guard fighter wing with the F-35,” said Col. Bart

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Gov. Evers: Evers, first lady celebrate Christmas in Wisconsin

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers and First Lady Kathy Evers today shared a video message wishing Wisconsinites a merry Christmas. The governor and first lady’s video message is available here, and a transcript of the video message is available below. Governor: Hey there, folks. Governor Tony Evers here. First Lady: And I’m

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Convergence Resource Center: Receives two grants

MILWAUKEE (Dec. 21, 2023) – Christmas came early for a faith-based nonprofit organization that helps female survivors of human trafficking and justice-involved women rebuild their lives. Convergence Resource Center (CRC) received a $5,000 grant from the Green Bay Packers Foundation and a portion of a $2 million grant to the Wisconsin Anti-Human Trafficking

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Milwaukee Public Schools: School Board directs administration to gather information for possible referendum

(MILWAUKEE, WI) – On Thursday, December 21, 2023, the Milwaukee Board of School Directors passed resolution 2324R-009 to locally address the funding crisis that is impacting school districts across Wisconsin, including MPS. The resolution, introduced by MPS Board President Marva Herndon and MPS Board Director Missy Zombor, directs MPS administration to gather

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Rep. Allen: Releases school safety bill

Madison, WI – Today, Rep. Allen, along with Sen. Jesse James, released a bill that would create a one-time school safety grant program of $30 million. “Student safety is an important priority,” said Rep. Allen. “Our schools should be safe.” The bill mirrors a successful school safety grant program from

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Rep. Neubauer: Appoints Rep. Baldeh to WEDC board of directors

MADISON, Wis. – Today, Assembly Democratic Leader Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) appointed Representative Samba Baldeh (D-Madison) to the Board of Directors for the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC). The appointment will begin on January 3rd, 2024.  Representative Neubauer released the following statement:  “I am thrilled to appoint Representative Samba Baldeh to

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Rep. Baldeh: Statement on appointment to WEDC board of directors

MADISON – Earlier today, Representative Samba Baldeh (D-Madison) was appointed to the Board of Directors of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) by Assembly Minority Leader Greta Neubauer (D-Racine). In response, Representative Baldeh released the following statement: “It is truly an honor to be appointed to the WEDC Board of

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U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Statement on the ongoing Israel-Hamas war

WISCONSIN – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin released the following statement on the ongoing Israel-Hamas war: “Hamas’s October 7th terrorist massacre has led to unbearable suffering in Israel, Gaza, and around the world. As I have said before, I support Israel’s right to defend itself against Hamas, bring hostages back home, and end the

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