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This weekend, radical U.S. Senate candidate Mandela Barnes stated he would support the so-called “Inflation Reduction Act” – the Senate Democrats’ latest party-line attempt to push their social agenda through Congress, which would only increase inflation in the near future. So what
[Fond du Lac, WI…] Eric Toney, Fond du Lac County District Attorney and law enforcement’s choice for Attorney General, today released the following statement in response to the Milwaukee Police Supervisor’s Organization endorsement of his campaign. “Milwaukee is experiencing a violent
MADISON, WIS. – World Dairy Expo’s educational opportunities offer everyone in the global dairy industry versatility of topics, times, and structure. Tanbark Talks, one of Expo’s newest educational offerings, invites attendees to begin their day at World Dairy Expo with
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will award more than $6 million to local groups to protect and improve surface water. Lake groups, river groups, local governments and non-profit organizations are encouraged to apply for a grant.
MADISON, Wis.—Aug. 1, 2022—WPS Health Solutions announces the planned retirement of its President and CEO, Mike Hamerlik. The WPS Board of Directors will identify WPS’ next president and CEO following an established succession and transition plan. A board-appointed transition committee
Senator Howard Marklein of the 17th Senate District was recently awarded the 2021-22 Friend of the Towns Award at the Juneau County Unit Meeting of the WTA for his efforts supporting town government. “Senator Marklein’s extraordinary leadership as Co-Chair of
MILWAUKEE, WI (August 1, 2022) — On July 12, the US Department of Labor (DOL) announced its first cohort of Apprenticeship Ambassadors and Wisconsin workforce intermediary WRTP | BIG STEP is honored to be among them. The cohort includes community-based
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced today that it has received the first payment of more than $6 million from the National Prescription Opiate Litigation (NPOL) settlement funds. In anticipation of receiving these funds, and in compliance with
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that new administrative rules for perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, known as PFAS, are now in effect. Two rules set regulatory standards for PFAS in drinking water and surface water and
(WEST BEND, WI) – County Executive Josh Schoemann and Sheriff Martin Schulteis joined Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow and Waukesha County Sheriff Eric Severson today to address the surging fentanyl crisis in our community. Our country is in the midst of a
(Waukesha, WI) – Today, Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow declared fentanyl a community health crisis. Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid up to 100 times more powerful than morphine, is fueling overdose deaths across the US and Wisconsin. Today’s declaration includes County
MADISON — Researchers at the University of Wisconsin–Madison have described the way an enzyme and proteins interact to maintain the protective caps, called telomeres, at the end of chromosomes, a new insight into how a human cell preserves the integrity
BELOIT – Today, Rep. Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit) announced the results of his Spring 2022 Legislative Survey, which received over 490 responses from constituents across the 45th Assembly District. The survey was sent in April to constituents to gather their feedback
MADISON, Wis. – Family Friendly Action PAC is proud to endorse Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes in the race for U.S. Senate this November. “Mandela Barnes has proven to be a candidate who stands for the issues that matter most
Wedward and Spindt will assist WILL in development, communications, and policy research The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) added Ameillia Wedward, Development and Communications Associate, and Miranda Spindt, Policy Associate, to bolster WILL’s capacity for communication,
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is adjusting the hours of operation at the C.W. Caywood Shooting Range at Vilas County. The Caywood range, located on U.S. Highway 51 at Woodruff, will be open the three days
Over 60% of Wisconsinites have completed their vaccine series Gov. Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announce that more than 10 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the state of Wisconsin, including over
MADISON, Wis. – Today the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) announced Gov. Tony Evers proclaimed August as “ABLE to Save” Month in Wisconsin as part of a nationwide grassroots education and outreach campaign dedicated to increasing awareness about the benefits of Achieving a
Madison, Wis. – Insurance Commissioner Nathan Houdek is reminding Wisconsinites of reproductive health care options that are likely covered by their health insurance plan. Under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), health plans purchased on HealthCare.gov are required to cover contraception and related
Wisconsin becomes 7th state raising small business voice (Madison, WI)— A Wisconsin Business for Democracy collaborative launched today to raise the trusted voice of small business on the need to protect our democracy, which is vital to having a vibrant entrepreneurial economy. “A fair
This weekend, radical U.S. Senate candidate Mandela Barnes stated he would support the so-called “Inflation Reduction Act” – the Senate Democrats’ latest party-line attempt to push their social agenda through Congress, which would only increase inflation in the near future. So what would the “Inflation Reduction Act” actually do? Raise taxes by
[Fond du Lac, WI…] Eric Toney, Fond du Lac County District Attorney and law enforcement’s choice for Attorney General, today released the following statement in response to the Milwaukee Police Supervisor’s Organization endorsement of his campaign. “Milwaukee is experiencing a violent crime crisis in which criminals are literally getting away with
MADISON, WIS. – World Dairy Expo’s educational opportunities offer everyone in the global dairy industry versatility of topics, times, and structure. Tanbark Talks, one of Expo’s newest educational offerings, invites attendees to begin their day at World Dairy Expo with insightful and inspirational sessions in a comfortable setting. This year’s
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will award more than $6 million to local groups to protect and improve surface water. Lake groups, river groups, local governments and non-profit organizations are encouraged to apply for a grant. Interested organizations should submit a pre-application by Sept. 15 to
MADISON, Wis.—Aug. 1, 2022—WPS Health Solutions announces the planned retirement of its President and CEO, Mike Hamerlik. The WPS Board of Directors will identify WPS’ next president and CEO following an established succession and transition plan. A board-appointed transition committee is ready to begin the process. “I’ve long said that
Senator Howard Marklein of the 17th Senate District was recently awarded the 2021-22 Friend of the Towns Award at the Juneau County Unit Meeting of the WTA for his efforts supporting town government. “Senator Marklein’s extraordinary leadership as Co-Chair of the Joint Committee on Finance was instrumental in producing the
MILWAUKEE, WI (August 1, 2022) — On July 12, the US Department of Labor (DOL) announced its first cohort of Apprenticeship Ambassadors and Wisconsin workforce intermediary WRTP | BIG STEP is honored to be among them. The cohort includes community-based organizations, educators, employers, equity partners, industry associations, labor organizations, state
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced today that it has received the first payment of more than $6 million from the National Prescription Opiate Litigation (NPOL) settlement funds. In anticipation of receiving these funds, and in compliance with state law, Last Thursday, DHS submitted its updated proposal to the
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that new administrative rules for perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, known as PFAS, are now in effect. Two rules set regulatory standards for PFAS in drinking water and surface water and the third rule sets requirements for using PFAS-containing firefighting foam.
(WEST BEND, WI) – County Executive Josh Schoemann and Sheriff Martin Schulteis joined Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow and Waukesha County Sheriff Eric Severson today to address the surging fentanyl crisis in our community. Our country is in the midst of a drug epidemic fueled by fentanyl, a deadly substance which is
(Waukesha, WI) – Today, Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow declared fentanyl a community health crisis. Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid up to 100 times more powerful than morphine, is fueling overdose deaths across the US and Wisconsin. Today’s declaration includes County directives to: Distribute opioid settlement money, in partnership with the
MADISON — Researchers at the University of Wisconsin–Madison have described the way an enzyme and proteins interact to maintain the protective caps, called telomeres, at the end of chromosomes, a new insight into how a human cell preserves the integrity of its DNA through repeated cell division. DNA replication is
BELOIT – Today, Rep. Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit) announced the results of his Spring 2022 Legislative Survey, which received over 490 responses from constituents across the 45th Assembly District. The survey was sent in April to constituents to gather their feedback on a variety of issues facing the state, and responses
MADISON, Wis. – Family Friendly Action PAC is proud to endorse Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes in the race for U.S. Senate this November. “Mandela Barnes has proven to be a candidate who stands for the issues that matter most to working families across Wisconsin, and Family Friendly Action PAC
Wedward and Spindt will assist WILL in development, communications, and policy research The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) added Ameillia Wedward, Development and Communications Associate, and Miranda Spindt, Policy Associate, to bolster WILL’s capacity for communication, development, and policy research. WILL’s team now includes 21 employees
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is adjusting the hours of operation at the C.W. Caywood Shooting Range at Vilas County. The Caywood range, located on U.S. Highway 51 at Woodruff, will be open the three days from 7 a.m. to sunset, starting Aug. 1 and ending
Over 60% of Wisconsinites have completed their vaccine series Gov. Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announce that more than 10 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the state of Wisconsin, including over 2.5 million additional and booster doses. More than 60% of all Wisconsinites
MADISON, Wis. – Today the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) announced Gov. Tony Evers proclaimed August as “ABLE to Save” Month in Wisconsin as part of a nationwide grassroots education and outreach campaign dedicated to increasing awareness about the benefits of Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) accounts. “I am committed to advocating
Madison, Wis. – Insurance Commissioner Nathan Houdek is reminding Wisconsinites of reproductive health care options that are likely covered by their health insurance plan. Under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), health plans purchased on HealthCare.gov are required to cover contraception and related services as prescribed by a provider with no copays. This
Wisconsin becomes 7th state raising small business voice (Madison, WI)— A Wisconsin Business for Democracy collaborative launched today to raise the trusted voice of small business on the need to protect our democracy, which is vital to having a vibrant entrepreneurial economy. “A fair and free democracy is the cornerstone of a thriving economy,”