Six local agencies have been selected to receive the Tamara D. Grigsby Office of Equity and Inclusion’s 2022 Partners in Equity (PIE) Racial Equity and Social Justice (RESJ) Grants, Dane County Executive Joe Parisi announced today. The grants are intended to address systemic racial inequities in one of the following

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting applications for 2022 Specialty Crop Block Grants through February 27, 2023. Eligible projects include those that focus on enhancing the competitiveness of specialty crop industries through research, education, or market development. DATCP encourages non-profit organizations, producer groups, government

Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement after the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced a settlement with Container Life Cycle Management LLC to address the company’s air emissions and waste management violations at its container reconditioning facilities in St. Francis and Oak Creek and a former site in

While decking the halls with holiday cheer, make sure your festive decorations don’t invite tragedy. ReadyWisconsin encourages you to keep fire safety in mind while celebrating this holiday season. “Regardless of how you celebrate the holidays, it’s important to protect yourself and loved ones from possible dangers,” said Wisconsin Emergency

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds black bear hunters that applications for the 2023 season are due by 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 10, 2022. Hunters can apply for harvest authorizations or purchase preference points toward future drawings at GoWild.wi.gov or through an authorized license agent. Preliminary estimates show hunters harvested approximately

Shake up your holiday tradition and join the American Red Cross at the 37th annual Madison Holiday Blood Drive. This festive blood drive provides an opportunity for eligible donors to give blood Dec. 23, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Exhibition Hall at the Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant

Students from across the state will present their findings at the Tiny Earth in Titletown research symposium in the Lambeau Field Atrium on Friday, December 9 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. For the first time since 2019 the event will showcase the collaborative and innovative efforts of students across the state, working

Milwaukee Attorney Molly Gena announced today that she is running for Milwaukee Municipal Court, Branch 2. The current Branch 2 Municipal Court Judge Derek Mosley has announced he is leaving the bench. The general election is April 4. The primary election, if one is needed, is February 21. Gena, 42,

Assembly Joint Committee on Finance (JFC) Co-Chair Mark Born (R-Beaver Dam) released the following statement in response to Speaker Robin Vos appointing the Assembly Vice-Chair and members of JFC: “The newly-announced Assembly JFC membership is a strong team that is well-positioned to continue responsible fiscal management for the taxpayers of

Kahler Slater, an award-winning international architecture, interior design, environmental branding, and strategic advisory services firm, is pleased to announce the promotions of Tracie Parent and Trina Sandschafer, AIA, LEED AP to Executive Vice President. The promotions support the company’s long-term growth strategy, commitment to elevating design, and dedication to meeting the

 The Greater Oshkosh Economic Development Corporation announces the addition of Payton Lehnherr to the position of Workforce Development Coordinator. In this role, Payton will oversee workforce programs like Winnebago Catch-A-Ride for Greater Oshkosh along with labor force research and project facilitation. Payton’s position will encompass business outreach throughout the Greater

With robust holiday buying, the American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA) is urging shoppers to take a few extra precautions to safeguard their property. But if you do fall victim to theft, your loss may be covered by insurance. The National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics report that

Representative Jessie Rodriguez (R-Oak Creek) issued the following statement regarding her appointment to continue serving as a member of the Joint Committee on Finance (JFC) for the 2023-2024 legislative session: “I want to thank Speaker Robin Vos for placing his trust in me to continue serving on the Joint Committee

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) caught 202,300 spongy moths (formerly named gypsy moth) in 10,044 traps this summer as part of the federal Slow the Spread of the Spongy Moth Program. “Wisconsin weather trends have allowed the spongy moth population to grow over the last

State Representative Janel Brandtjen (R-Menomonee Falls) has announced her intention to run for the 8th Senate District. State Senator Alberta Darling announced her resignation effective Thursday December 1st.  Brandtjen issued a heart-felt thank you to Darling for her years of service. Today Brandtjen issued the following statement.  “After long hours

Contact: Rep. Dallman (608) 266-8077 Madison, WI — State Representative Alex Dallman has been appointed to serve on the Joint Committee on Finance (JFC) for the 2023-2024 legislative session. This committee oversees Wisconsin’s revenues and crafts each state biannual budget. “I am extremely honored to be named as the newest member

Contact:  Speaker Robin Vos (608) 266-3387 Madison…Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) would like to announce the Assembly appointments to the Joint Committee on Finance (JFC), the budget-writing committee responsible for approving state expenditures.  Speaker Vos has asked Rep. Terry Katsma (R-Oostburg), Rep. Shannon Zimmerman (R-River Falls), Rep. Tony Kurtz (R-Wonewoc), and

MADISON, Wis. – In partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Ri​sk Management A​gency (RMA), the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) reminds producers to apply for crop insurance premium rebates starting at 12 p.m. on December 5, 2022. In 2022, Gov. Tony Evers signed bipartisan

Milwaukee, WI – Imagine you ran a business with 2.2 million guaranteed customers each year, no real competition, and no matter what your input or distribution costs are, your private investors were guaranteed a 9.8% return. Sound too good to be true? That’s exactly the situation WE Energies finds itself in

“I am so pleased to support this vital legislation, which helps our most vulnerable new mothers when they need assistance the most. This guidance for new parents — from securing mental health screenings, to helping mothers with the breastfeeding process — benefits both parents and their babies. MIECHV program’s success speaks for itself: it supports children’s development, improves mother’s