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MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) invites individuals with a passion for promoting agriculture to apply for the position of 79th Alice in Dairyland through January 30, 2026. As one of the most
As the calendar turns and uncertainty once again shapes politics, technology and everyday life, The Ethical Life returns to a familiar exercise: looking ahead while holding the past accountable.
The Wisconsin State Journal’s Milfred and Hands play Nostradamus, with apologies to Conan O’Brien, predicting who will win the races for Wisconsin governor, state Supreme Court, Trump’s affections and the Big Ten conference in 2026.
Can we say good-bye these over-used and pretentious phrases?
We are asking for lawmakers to remove the “match” requirement, and instead allocate $900,000 for the network’s 2026 budget.
In addition to the winter weather, December also marks the arrival of property tax bills across Wisconsin.
Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced that he will deliver his 2026 State of the State Address on Tues., Feb. 17, 2026, at 7 p.m. 2026 State of the State AddressTues., Feb. 17, 2026 | 7 p.m. CT Assembly Chamber Wisconsin State Capitol 2 E. Main St. Madison, WI
CONTACT: Joe Zepeckijz@jzcomms.com Watch here WISCONSIN – On January 1, Protect Our Care is launching a new digital ad campaign holding House Republicans, including Representative Derrick Van Orden (WI-03), accountable for their devastating decision to rip Affordable Care Act (ACA)
Contact: execmedia@danecounty.gov | 608-800-1127 DANE COUNTY -Dane County Executive Melissa Agard and the Dane County Department of Waste & Renewables today announced the launch of the 2026 Organics Management Grant Program, a funding opportunity designed to reduce the amount of
CONTACT: press@milwaukeecountywi.gov MILWAUKEE – As the New Year approaches, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley is reflecting on the successes, challenges, and opportunities of 2025. “Over the past year, we worked together to deliver results for working families, maintain services in the face
Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today, in celebration of 2025 coming to an end, reflected on his administration’s efforts over the past year to serve Wisconsinites in every corner of the state and highlighted several administration-wide accomplishments for the
Assembly Speaker Robin Vos during a year-end interview told WisPolitics his chamber likely will pass legislation to allow online gaming in Wisconsin, though the final version of the bill may differ from the one abruptly pulled from a floor calendar last month.
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today reflected on his and the Evers Administration’s work over the past year to do what’s best for Wisconsin kids and families during “The Year of the Kid.” During his seventh annual State of the State Address in January 2025, Gov. Evers declared 2025 the Year of the
Vos tells WisPolitics Assembly likely to pass online gaming bill this spring Assembly Speaker Robin Vos during a year-end interview told WisPolitics his chamber likely will pass legislation to allow online gaming in Wisconsin, though the final version of the
Contact: execmedia@danecounty.gov | 608-800-1127 DANE COUNTY – Dane County officials today issued the following statement regarding the upcoming closure of Tellurian’s detox services. “Detox” is a medically-monitored intoxication monitoring program that manages withdrawal for individuals who are incapacitated by alcohol
CONTACT: Dan Miller, Pro-Life Wisconsin State DirectorP: 262-993-6262E: Dan.M@ProLifeWI.org (Brookfield, WI) – Today, Pro-Life Wisconsin launched a new initiative, the Abortion Injury Billboard Campaign, with their first billboard located on 35th Street in Milwaukee directly across from Care for All WI abortion center. The
Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Court of Appeals – District I. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Chief Judge Maxine A. White’s retirement, effective April 3, 2026. The new
Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov Audio File of Radio Address. MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers delivered his weekly radio address highlighting visits from his annual 72-county tour of Wisconsin, which the governor completed earlier this month. Since taking office in 2019, Gov. Evers has visited
Contact: Dylan Moffitt Policy, Outreach, and Communications Coordinator(608) 228-9053 | Moffitt.Dylan@danecounty.gov County Board Chair Patrick Miles recognizes Kigeya for her service as a county board supervisor and outlines vacancy appointment process DANE COUNTY, Wis. — On Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2025, Supervisor April
Contact: Department of Health Services 608-266-1683 Investment in workforce, technology, and care coordination The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has received a first-year award from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for $203,670,005 as part of the Rural Health Transformation
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) invites individuals with a passion for promoting agriculture to apply for the position of 79th Alice in Dairyland through January 30, 2026. As one of the most widely recognized marketing communications professionals in Wisconsin agriculture, Alice in
As the calendar turns and uncertainty once again shapes politics, technology and everyday life, The Ethical Life returns to a familiar exercise: looking ahead while holding the past accountable.
The Wisconsin State Journal’s Milfred and Hands play Nostradamus, with apologies to Conan O’Brien, predicting who will win the races for Wisconsin governor, state Supreme Court, Trump’s affections and the Big Ten conference in 2026.
Can we say good-bye these over-used and pretentious phrases?
We are asking for lawmakers to remove the “match” requirement, and instead allocate $900,000 for the network’s 2026 budget.
In addition to the winter weather, December also marks the arrival of property tax bills across Wisconsin.
Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced that he will deliver his 2026 State of the State Address on Tues., Feb. 17, 2026, at 7 p.m. 2026 State of the State AddressTues., Feb. 17, 2026 | 7 p.m. CT Assembly Chamber Wisconsin State Capitol 2 E. Main St. Madison, WI 53703 Members of the press who wish to attend should
CONTACT: Joe Zepeckijz@jzcomms.com Watch here WISCONSIN – On January 1, Protect Our Care is launching a new digital ad campaign holding House Republicans, including Representative Derrick Van Orden (WI-03), accountable for their devastating decision to rip Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits away from hard-working Americans in the new year.
Contact: execmedia@danecounty.gov | 608-800-1127 DANE COUNTY -Dane County Executive Melissa Agard and the Dane County Department of Waste & Renewables today announced the launch of the 2026 Organics Management Grant Program, a funding opportunity designed to reduce the amount of organic material sent to landfills while supporting innovative, community-based solutions
CONTACT: press@milwaukeecountywi.gov MILWAUKEE – As the New Year approaches, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley is reflecting on the successes, challenges, and opportunities of 2025. “Over the past year, we worked together to deliver results for working families, maintain services in the face of shifting financial realities, and deploy investments in affordable housing,
Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today, in celebration of 2025 coming to an end, reflected on his administration’s efforts over the past year to serve Wisconsinites in every corner of the state and highlighted several administration-wide accomplishments for the year, including efforts to support Wisconsin’s kids and families during
Assembly Speaker Robin Vos during a year-end interview told WisPolitics his chamber likely will pass legislation to allow online gaming in Wisconsin, though the final version of the bill may differ from the one abruptly pulled from a floor calendar last month.
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today reflected on his and the Evers Administration’s work over the past year to do what’s best for Wisconsin kids and families during “The Year of the Kid.” During his seventh annual State of the State Address in January 2025, Gov. Evers declared 2025 the Year of the Kid in Wisconsin. During the address, th… Please log in
Vos tells WisPolitics Assembly likely to pass online gaming bill this spring Assembly Speaker Robin Vos during a year-end interview told WisPolitics his chamber likely will pass legislation to allow online gaming in Wisconsin, though the final version of the bill may differ from the one abruptly pulled from a
Contact: execmedia@danecounty.gov | 608-800-1127 DANE COUNTY – Dane County officials today issued the following statement regarding the upcoming closure of Tellurian’s detox services. “Detox” is a medically-monitored intoxication monitoring program that manages withdrawal for individuals who are incapacitated by alcohol and other substances in Dane County. Over the last couple
CONTACT: Dan Miller, Pro-Life Wisconsin State DirectorP: 262-993-6262E: Dan.M@ProLifeWI.org (Brookfield, WI) – Today, Pro-Life Wisconsin launched a new initiative, the Abortion Injury Billboard Campaign, with their first billboard located on 35th Street in Milwaukee directly across from Care for All WI abortion center. The billboard asks in a simple, bold text “Experiencing Infertility after
Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Court of Appeals – District I. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Chief Judge Maxine A. White’s retirement, effective April 3, 2026. The new judge will complete a term ending July 31, 2027. District
Contact: GovPress@wisconsin.gov Audio File of Radio Address. MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers delivered his weekly radio address highlighting visits from his annual 72-county tour of Wisconsin, which the governor completed earlier this month. Since taking office in 2019, Gov. Evers has visited each of Wisconsin’s 72 counties every year he’s served as
Contact: Dylan Moffitt Policy, Outreach, and Communications Coordinator(608) 228-9053 | Moffitt.Dylan@danecounty.gov County Board Chair Patrick Miles recognizes Kigeya for her service as a county board supervisor and outlines vacancy appointment process DANE COUNTY, Wis. — On Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2025, Supervisor April Kigeya (Dist. 15) announced her resignation from the Dane County
Contact: Department of Health Services 608-266-1683 Investment in workforce, technology, and care coordination The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has received a first-year award from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for $203,670,005 as part of the Rural Health Transformation Program. In November, DHS applied for $1 billion in funding