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As students and alumni know, the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire offers Blugolds more than an excellent education — lifelong friendships and mentor relationships are part of the package. Sometimes alumni even become co-workers. Recent computer science graduates Kaia Hansen and
Fifty-two entries from 25 distinct communities have advanced to the semi-final round of the annual Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest, contest producers announced. Contestants emerged in first-round competition involving an independent panel of about 70 judges organized through the Wisconsin Technology Council and
As we know, many Americans view politics solely from the pocketbook.
Madison’s Brady Williamson was one of the smartest people I ever knew.
Between the candidates and independent groups, the overall spending backing Schimel had hit $7.5 million as of Monday afternoon. Meanwhile, the effort behind Crawford was at $5.6 million.
MILWAUKEE — Marquette University has promoted Andy Schneider, acting dean of admissions, to the permanent role, effective immediately, Vice President for Enrollment Management Brian Troyer announced today. Prior to being appointed acting dean in July 2024, Schneider served as director
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Conservation Congress (WCC) reminds all Wisconsinites that there is still time to participate in its annual spring hearing process by introducing a local resolution. The WCC is an independent organization of residents that advises the Wisconsin
The second annual Medical Academy Program, presented by Mayo Clinic Health System and the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, will return this spring. The focus is to explore the human body and medical career paths. This free program consists of five
Press Release – Sporting Coalition for StewardshipDownload… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new home for WisPolitics subscriber products.
MADISON – Thanks to the generosity of people from across Wisconsin and the nation, the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) was able to distribute thousands of Valentines Day cards to Wisconsin veterans last week. WDVA Secretary James Bond personally
MADISON, Wis. — In response to reports that the Elon Musk-funded Building America’s Future PAC had begun a massive ad buy in an attempt to influence the Wisconsin Supreme Court race, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler issued the following statement: “Elon Musk and Donald
MADISON — A report released today by the John K. MacIver Institute for Public Policy found that non-competitively developed electrical infrastructure projects cost ratepayers nearly 20% more than competitively developed projects — a major warning sign to lawmakers with Right of First Refusal
MADISON, Wis. – Today, in response to Elon Musk buying off extreme politician Brad Schimel with a round of false and negative TV ads, Crawford campaign spokesman Derrick Honeyman released the following statement: “In D.C., Elon Musk has taken control of Americans’
MADISON – The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) is encouraging eligible organizations to apply for grant funding to improve the availability and affordability of telecommunications services to Wisconsin residents. The grant funding opportunities include the Nonprofit Access Grant Program
The next Wisconsin election is here! The 2025 Spring Primary Election Day is tomorrow – Tuesday, February 18, 2025. There is a statewide primary for the State Superintendent of Public Instruction as well as for many important local offices which
Wisconsin Women in Government, a bi-partisan organization made up of women in public service positions and government-adjacent jobs, is excited to announce the two-state legislature representatives on the Board of Directors. Senator Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R, Appleton) and Representative Lee Snodgrass (D,
MADISON, Wis. – In case you missed it, Judge Susan Crawford hit the campaign trail to meet with voters across Western Wisconsin, making stops in La Crosse, Black River Falls, and Eau Claire on Saturday. During the meet and greets,
MILWAUKEE —Hon. Brad Schimel, state circuit court judge and candidate for the Wisconsin Supreme Court, will be the special guest for the next installment of the Marquette University Law School Lubar Center for Public Policy Research and Civic Education’s “Get
The head of the MMAC says a recent air quality classification change for southeastern Wisconsin is likely the “most significant threat” to the regional economy, and could drive away companies looking to set up shop in the area. Speaking Friday
MADISON – Today, Representative Randy Udell (D-Fitchburg) announced that he has been appointed to the Governor’s Task Force on Broadband Access. Representative Udell released the following statement: “I am honored to be selected to serve on the Governor’s Broadband Task
As students and alumni know, the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire offers Blugolds more than an excellent education — lifelong friendships and mentor relationships are part of the package. Sometimes alumni even become co-workers. Recent computer science graduates Kaia Hansen and Drew Morehouse are two such lucky students-turned-co-workers, both software developers
Fifty-two entries from 25 distinct communities have advanced to the semi-final round of the annual Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest, contest producers announced. Contestants emerged in first-round competition involving an independent panel of about 70 judges organized through the Wisconsin Technology Council and its programs, the Tech Council Innovation Network and the Tech
As we know, many Americans view politics solely from the pocketbook.
Madison’s Brady Williamson was one of the smartest people I ever knew.
Between the candidates and independent groups, the overall spending backing Schimel had hit $7.5 million as of Monday afternoon. Meanwhile, the effort behind Crawford was at $5.6 million.
MILWAUKEE — Marquette University has promoted Andy Schneider, acting dean of admissions, to the permanent role, effective immediately, Vice President for Enrollment Management Brian Troyer announced today. Prior to being appointed acting dean in July 2024, Schneider served as director of enrollment and marketing strategy in Marquette’s Office of Undergraduate
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Conservation Congress (WCC) reminds all Wisconsinites that there is still time to participate in its annual spring hearing process by introducing a local resolution. The WCC is an independent organization of residents that advises the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
The second annual Medical Academy Program, presented by Mayo Clinic Health System and the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, will return this spring. The focus is to explore the human body and medical career paths. This free program consists of five presentations, held on Monday nights from 6-7:30 p.m., starting March
Press Release – Sporting Coalition for StewardshipDownload… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the WisPolitics-State Affairs platform, which is the new home for WisPolitics subscriber products.
MADISON – Thanks to the generosity of people from across Wisconsin and the nation, the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) was able to distribute thousands of Valentines Day cards to Wisconsin veterans last week. WDVA Secretary James Bond personally delivered cards on Valentine’s Day to the veterans, loved ones,
MADISON, Wis. — In response to reports that the Elon Musk-funded Building America’s Future PAC had begun a massive ad buy in an attempt to influence the Wisconsin Supreme Court race, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler issued the following statement: “Elon Musk and Donald Trump are bankrolling Brad Schimel’s Supreme Court campaign because they
MADISON — A report released today by the John K. MacIver Institute for Public Policy found that non-competitively developed electrical infrastructure projects cost ratepayers nearly 20% more than competitively developed projects — a major warning sign to lawmakers with Right of First Refusal (ROFR) legislation having recently been introduced in the state legislature.
MADISON, Wis. – Today, in response to Elon Musk buying off extreme politician Brad Schimel with a round of false and negative TV ads, Crawford campaign spokesman Derrick Honeyman released the following statement: “In D.C., Elon Musk has taken control of Americans’ private financial information and cut funding for hungry kids. Now,
MADISON – The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) is encouraging eligible organizations to apply for grant funding to improve the availability and affordability of telecommunications services to Wisconsin residents. The grant funding opportunities include the Nonprofit Access Grant Program and the Lifeline Outreach Grant Program. Both grant programs are
The next Wisconsin election is here! The 2025 Spring Primary Election Day is tomorrow – Tuesday, February 18, 2025. There is a statewide primary for the State Superintendent of Public Instruction as well as for many important local offices which may include making initial primary election choices for other judges
Wisconsin Women in Government, a bi-partisan organization made up of women in public service positions and government-adjacent jobs, is excited to announce the two-state legislature representatives on the Board of Directors. Senator Rachael Cabral-Guevara (R, Appleton) and Representative Lee Snodgrass (D, Appleton) join 22 other women to comprise the full board.
MADISON, Wis. – In case you missed it, Judge Susan Crawford hit the campaign trail to meet with voters across Western Wisconsin, making stops in La Crosse, Black River Falls, and Eau Claire on Saturday. During the meet and greets, Judge Crawford called out Brad Schimel for letting more than
MILWAUKEE —Hon. Brad Schimel, state circuit court judge and candidate for the Wisconsin Supreme Court, will be the special guest for the next installment of the Marquette University Law School Lubar Center for Public Policy Research and Civic Education’s “Get to Know” program series on Thursday, Feb. 18, at 12:15
The head of the MMAC says a recent air quality classification change for southeastern Wisconsin is likely the “most significant threat” to the regional economy, and could drive away companies looking to set up shop in the area. Speaking Friday during an online briefing, Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce President
MADISON – Today, Representative Randy Udell (D-Fitchburg) announced that he has been appointed to the Governor’s Task Force on Broadband Access. Representative Udell released the following statement: “I am honored to be selected to serve on the Governor’s Broadband Task Force. Expanding broadband in rural and underserved areas of Wisconsin