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Madison, WI – Thirty-seven (37) Wisconsin non-profit organizations will receive grants for collaborative community arts projects through the Wisconsin Arts Board’s FY2023 Creative Communities grant program. This statewide program provides grants of up to $6,000 for collaborative endeavors carefully planned
MADISON— The Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR), in partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA), and on behalf of the U.S. Department of the Treasury (Treasury), distributed the second tranche payment of American Rescue Plan Act – State and
Milwaukee – Yesterday, Alex Lasry appeared on MSNBC to highlight his significant rise in the polls over the past several months and to discuss about why he’s the best choice to take on Ron Johnson in November. Since last fall, Alex
Wisconsin Representative Don Vruwink (D-Milton) is endorsing Jenna Jacobson to be the next Representative of District 43 in the State Assembly. “Jenna Jacobson is the best choice for State Assembly in Wisconsin’s 43rd. Her leadership and dedication to the people
MADISON — Steve Carpenter, one of the world’s foremost lake ecologists and professor emerit at the University of Wisconsin¬–Madison, has been awarded the Blue Planet Prize. The Blue Planet Prize has been awarded annually by the Asahi Glass Foundation since
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed Emergency Order #170 prohibiting price gouging of gasoline and diesel. Due to increasing oil demand, limited global supply, and low refinery capacity, states across the nation have seen significant price increases for gasoline and diesel, including
Madison, Wis. — Today, the Clean Wisconsin Action Fund proudly announces its first slate of endorsements for candidates seeking federal and state office ahead of the August 9 primary. Clean Wisconsin Action Fund endorses the following candidates for Wisconsin Constitutional
MADISON — Erin Silva, associate professor and extension specialist in the UW–Madison Department of Plant Pathology, has been selected as the first recipient of the Clif Bar Endowed Chair in Organic Agriculture and Outreach. The new chair, established through a
June 21, 2022. – During Kaltun Abdikarani’s first semester at University of Wisconsin-River Falls as a school counseling program graduate student, she learned not to advise people. “Counseling is about using tools to bring out people’s inner wisdom and to help them
(Green Bay, Wis.) – As the weather heats up, summer activities kick into full swing. That means BBQs, picnics, outdoor recreation and getting together with family and friends. For some people, particularly in Wisconsin, these activities often include alcohol. This
The column below, penned by Attorney General Candidate Adam Jarchow, is available for publication ahead of the August 9 elections. It provides background information on Jarchow and outlines the need to address the public safety issues facing the state. Click here for
MADISON, Wis. – To recognize National ASK Day, a UW Health Kids expert is encouraging parents and caregivers to ask questions about whether guns are accessible to their children. Asking Saves Kids (ASK) Day, supported by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP),
Menomonie, WI — Today, Deb Baldus McGrath, candidate for Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District, unveiled “Jump,” the first television ad of her campaign. The ad references Deb’s demanding drills in Airborne school as a junior Army Officer. As Deb leaps out of
UBET, WI—The Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) has placed three key candidates on the state’s fall 2022 election ballots, seeking to use the campaigns to build party membership and voter base in advance of the next Presidential election. For 2022,
MADISON, Wis — In case you missed it, the Kenosha News highlighted how Governor Tony Evers “touched on the importance of resiliency, unity, and tearing down barriers” during his address at Kenosha’s Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday. “This is a moment to celebrate
MADISON, Wis. — Today, State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski announced that the Board of Commissioners of Public Lands (BCPL) has supported over $24 million in funding for 48 community projects around Wisconsin so far in 2022. Twenty-six counties across the state will receive financing for
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) announced today that on June 10, 2022, Steven R. Sharpe of Waterford, Wisconsin, was sentenced to pay a monetary penalty of $39,531.00, and prohibited from submitting storm water permitting documents to
June 20, 2022 – Three semester-length study abroad programs will return next year to the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. The Semester Abroad, Wisconsin in Scotland and the International Traveling Classroom will all be back after a hiatus during the pandemic, said Wes Chapin, associate vice chancellor
WATERLOO, WI – Today, Senator Tammy Baldwin, Chair of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee, joined U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Undersecretary of Agriculture for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Jennifer Moffitt to announce that $80 million has been awarded to the Dairy Business
MADISON – Wisconsin’s leadership as the first state to ban discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation in employment and housing marks its 40th anniversary this year. To honor the occasion and celebrate Pride Month, the Wisconsin Department of Workforce
Madison, WI – Thirty-seven (37) Wisconsin non-profit organizations will receive grants for collaborative community arts projects through the Wisconsin Arts Board’s FY2023 Creative Communities grant program. This statewide program provides grants of up to $6,000 for collaborative endeavors carefully planned and designed to achieve a particular aim within an applicant’s
MADISON— The Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR), in partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA), and on behalf of the U.S. Department of the Treasury (Treasury), distributed the second tranche payment of American Rescue Plan Act – State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (ARPA-SLFRF) to Wisconsin non-entitlement units (NEUs) of government today. A total of
Milwaukee – Yesterday, Alex Lasry appeared on MSNBC to highlight his significant rise in the polls over the past several months and to discuss about why he’s the best choice to take on Ron Johnson in November. Since last fall, Alex Lasry has climbed over twenty points in the polls, and
Wisconsin Representative Don Vruwink (D-Milton) is endorsing Jenna Jacobson to be the next Representative of District 43 in the State Assembly. “Jenna Jacobson is the best choice for State Assembly in Wisconsin’s 43rd. Her leadership and dedication to the people of Oregon, through her service as a Village Trustee, show
MADISON — Steve Carpenter, one of the world’s foremost lake ecologists and professor emerit at the University of Wisconsin¬–Madison, has been awarded the Blue Planet Prize. The Blue Planet Prize has been awarded annually by the Asahi Glass Foundation since 1992 to two individuals or organizations in recognition of outstanding
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed Emergency Order #170 prohibiting price gouging of gasoline and diesel. Due to increasing oil demand, limited global supply, and low refinery capacity, states across the nation have seen significant price increases for gasoline and diesel, including in Wisconsin. According to the American Automobile Association (AAA), the current national
Madison, Wis. — Today, the Clean Wisconsin Action Fund proudly announces its first slate of endorsements for candidates seeking federal and state office ahead of the August 9 primary. Clean Wisconsin Action Fund endorses the following candidates for Wisconsin Constitutional Officers: Office of Governor: Tony Evers Office of Attorney General:
MADISON — Erin Silva, associate professor and extension specialist in the UW–Madison Department of Plant Pathology, has been selected as the first recipient of the Clif Bar Endowed Chair in Organic Agriculture and Outreach. The new chair, established through a $1 million endowment from Clif Bar & Company, was created
June 21, 2022. – During Kaltun Abdikarani’s first semester at University of Wisconsin-River Falls as a school counseling program graduate student, she learned not to advise people. “Counseling is about using tools to bring out people’s inner wisdom and to help them learn more about themselves,” said Abdikarani, of New Brighton, Minn.
(Green Bay, Wis.) – As the weather heats up, summer activities kick into full swing. That means BBQs, picnics, outdoor recreation and getting together with family and friends. For some people, particularly in Wisconsin, these activities often include alcohol. This summer, be sure to take steps to protect your own
The column below, penned by Attorney General Candidate Adam Jarchow, is available for publication ahead of the August 9 elections. It provides background information on Jarchow and outlines the need to address the public safety issues facing the state. Click here for a link to a headshot photo of Adam Jarchow. Public
MADISON, Wis. – To recognize National ASK Day, a UW Health Kids expert is encouraging parents and caregivers to ask questions about whether guns are accessible to their children. Asking Saves Kids (ASK) Day, supported by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), is about raising awareness and educating families on the importance
Menomonie, WI — Today, Deb Baldus McGrath, candidate for Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District, unveiled “Jump,” the first television ad of her campaign. The ad references Deb’s demanding drills in Airborne school as a junior Army Officer. As Deb leaps out of a plane and into free fall – nearly 40 years
UBET, WI—The Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) has placed three key candidates on the state’s fall 2022 election ballots, seeking to use the campaigns to build party membership and voter base in advance of the next Presidential election. For 2022, LPWI Chair Jacob VandenPlas, an Iraq war veteran and sustainable
MADISON, Wis — In case you missed it, the Kenosha News highlighted how Governor Tony Evers “touched on the importance of resiliency, unity, and tearing down barriers” during his address at Kenosha’s Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday. “This is a moment to celebrate the resilience and strength of Black Americans,” said Gov. Evers.
MADISON, Wis. — Today, State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski announced that the Board of Commissioners of Public Lands (BCPL) has supported over $24 million in funding for 48 community projects around Wisconsin so far in 2022. Twenty-six counties across the state will receive financing for critical projects in areas such as infrastructure, capital equipment, and
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) announced today that on June 10, 2022, Steven R. Sharpe of Waterford, Wisconsin, was sentenced to pay a monetary penalty of $39,531.00, and prohibited from submitting storm water permitting documents to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for a period of
June 20, 2022 – Three semester-length study abroad programs will return next year to the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. The Semester Abroad, Wisconsin in Scotland and the International Traveling Classroom will all be back after a hiatus during the pandemic, said Wes Chapin, associate vice chancellor for academic affairs and graduate studies. “Planning is underway for
WATERLOO, WI – Today, Senator Tammy Baldwin, Chair of the Senate Agriculture Appropriations Committee, joined U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Undersecretary of Agriculture for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Jennifer Moffitt to announce that $80 million has been awarded to the Dairy Business Innovation (DBI) Initiatives through the American Rescue Plan. The funds are
MADISON – Wisconsin’s leadership as the first state to ban discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation in employment and housing marks its 40th anniversary this year. To honor the occasion and celebrate Pride Month, the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development and the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority are