Madison- Today, the State Building Commission denied a motion to allow $70 million in underspent funds to be used for a series of other projects, including the UW-Madison engineering building. “The University of Wisconsin System is an important economic driver of our state, but it is plagued by a lack

STEVENS POINT, Wisc., Dec. 18, 2024 — U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Wisconsin State Director Julie Lassa today announced that USDA is awarding a grant of $12,864,200 through the Fertilizer Production Expansion Program(FPEP) to help expand innovative fertilizer production in Wisconsin. This Rural Development grant will be used by Generate MVR WWT

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds anglers that the 2024 open water musky fishing season will close statewide on Dec. 31. Anglers are also reminded that musky may not be targeted through the ice at any time.  Wisconsin has about 775 lakes and streams with thriving musky

Madison – Senator Wirch (D-Pleasant Prairie) announced today that Claire Koch, from Indian Trail High School in Kenosha, has been chosen to participate in the 2025 Senate Scholar Program.  High school juniors and seniors from around the State of Wisconsin will be participating in a week-long, intensive program at the State

STEVENS POINT, Wisc., Dec. 18, 2024 — U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Wisconsin State Director Julie Lassa today announced that USDA will provide a $4,614,709 grant and $4,614,709 loan to the Bloomer Telephone Company, which is located in Chippewa County. “For too long, too many people in rural communities have not

Outdoor skills programs offered by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and partners provide great opportunities to gain hunting, trapping, shooting and fishing experience. These programs are open to the public and cater to a variety of skill levels, schedules and interests. Upcoming Programs Fishing Programs Jan. 25: Angler Education

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has detected the first presumptive positive human case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A (H5N1), also known as bird flu, in Barron County. The human case follows an infected flock of commercial poultry identified in Barron County. The person had exposure to the infected flock. The case

BALDWIN, Wis. ― Western Wisconsin Conservation Council held its annual meeting on Dec. 12 to share research findings and discuss outcomes from 2024. In its seventh year, this farmer-led watershed conservation group has experienced continued growth and progress in advancing sustainable agricultural practices. The meeting focused on research outcomes based

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 backyard poultry flock in Kenosha County. DATCP and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) animal health officials are working together in a joint incident

Madison, WI – On December 16th, 2024, a shooting occurred at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, WI. Today, Rep. Allen, released the following statement: “Acts of violence, regardless of who commits them, how they are committed, or for what reasons, are senseless tragedies. We grieve for all the victims

When Elle Snesrud takes the commencement stage at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire for her Dec. 21 graduation ceremony, it will not only be to accept her diploma and shake the hands of administration as she walks. Before the reading of graduate names begins, Snesrud has an important job to

WISCONSIN – Organizations from across the state signed onto a letter calling on the Wisconsin State Legislature to protect the voting rights of Wisconsin voters and reject harmful legislation that will create barriers and disenfranchise eligible voters.  [read the full letter] Casting a ballot is a fundamental right for all

Madison, WI – In the 2023-2024 legislative session, the legislature reached an agreement on a pair of bills to keep the Brewers in Milwaukee through 2050 in exchange for state investments in the stadium renovations. As a result of this legislation, the Wisconsin Professional Baseball Park District board was tasked

WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.), House Freedom Caucus Chairman U.S. Congressman Andy Harris (R-Md.), and 25 of their Senate and House colleagues in a letter to Senate Majority Leader-Elect John Thune and Speaker Mike Johnson, expressing their full support for a two-step reconciliation

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers released a statement today celebrating the Southeast Wisconsin Professional Baseball Park District’s (the District) vote today to approve a new lease agreement for American Family Field, ensuring the Milwaukee Brewers and Major League Baseball (MLB) remain in Wisconsin through 2050. The District’s historic vote today comes just over a year after Gov. Evers, on Dec. 5, 202… Please log in to

The Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) is reminding Wisconsin residents to check their current property tax bill for the lottery and gaming credit. The credit provides direct property tax relief to qualifying taxpayers on their property tax bills displayed as a reduction of property taxes due. Lottery proceeds are paid

MADISON, Wis. – Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Secretary Randy Romanski has announced the 2024-25 edition of the Growing Wisconsin magazine is now available. The magazine celebrates the Year of the Worker. “Governor Tony Evers declared 2024 as the Year of the Worker, and throughout the

Public Comment Period Now Open Through Jan. 15 MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is extending the public notice period for the proposed Broad Incidental Take Permit/Authorization for Wind Energy and Cave Bats. The new deadline for public comment is Jan. 15, 2025, to provide additional time