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The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board voted unanimously to approve the 2022 migratory bird season framework and regulations. / Photo Credit: iStock/JonHuelskamp MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources today announced the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board (NRB) voted unanimously during the
Youth Apprenticeship Panel Discussion being held April 19 at NWTC Corporate Conference Center NEW NORTH, April 13, 2022 – Building the next generation construction workforce through active engagement with youth apprenticeship is the theme of a free event being held next
MADISON, Wis. – Rep. Joel Kitchens (R-Sturgeon Bay) has released the following statement regarding the announcement from Gov. Evers and the Department of Natural Resources that they have issued a request for proposal to either repair or replace the observation
1,000 Wisconsin families can register their 4-year-olds for a program proven to prepare children for kindergarten Madison, WI (March 7, 2022) — Data released in recent months show the achievement gaps in Wisconsin are as broad as ever. In
MIDDLETON – State Representative Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) released a statement today upon the announcement from State Representative Gary Hebl (D – Sun Prairie) that he would not be seeking reelection: “I want to congratulate Gary on his retirement and thank
MILWAUKEE — Dr. Imani Perry, Hughes-Rogers Professor of African American Studies at Princeton University and a Marquette University Ralph H. Metcalfe, Sr. Chair, will deliver her lecture, “South to America: A Journey Below the Mason-Dixon to Understand the Soul of
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Beloit is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes the replacement of
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction today announced four Wisconsin educators have been named finalists for the 2022 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. The PAEMST is considered the highest honor given by the U.S.
Dave Considine represents the 81st District in the State Assembly. The 81st District includes Baraboo, Sauk City, Prairie du Sac, Portage, and many other communities. His office can be reached at (608) 266-7746 or via email at Rep.Considine@legis.wisconsin.gov At the end of February,
OSHKOSH – U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI) announced today he is releasing a new ad on the personal impact of the Right to Try legislation he passed through Congress. The ad features testimony from Joel and Jennifer Webb about Joel’s experience with
Madison, WI – Today, Representative Gary Hebl (D-Sun Prairie) announced that he would not seek reelection in 2022 for his State Assembly seat. State Senator Melissa Agard (D-Madison) released the following statement regarding Hebl’s announcement: “Representative Hebl has been an
Madison – Today the Republican-controlled Joint Finance Committee met without considering funding and stewardship requests pending before the committee that are important to citizens across Wisconsin. Anonymous Republican objections, along with their failure to schedule hearings, leave these vital requests in
MILWAUKEE, WI – Mayor Cavalier Johnson is announcing the Viking Octantis will be the first cruise ship to visit Port Milwaukee as part of the 2022 season. This Seawaymax vessel is scheduled to dock in Milwaukee’s Harbor on May 6, 2022. The Viking
Wisconsin Women in Conservation (WiWiC) is celebrating Earth Month by kicking off their 2022 event schedule with six women-only in-person Spring Learning Circles. The series starts in the North Central region, with a morning gathering in Stevens Point on April
WAUWATOSA, WI — The Wauwatosa East chess team has won the 2022 National High School Championship in the K-12 Unrated division, with three team members also placing in the individual top 15. Held April 8-10 at the Renasant Convention Center
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced new fishing regulations for northern pike in Big Muskego Lake, Bass Bay and connecting waters for the 2022 fishing season effective May 7. The regulation includes no minimum length
Madison, WI – Today, Attorney General Kaul and Legislative Democrats highlighted their commitment to public safety through the Safer Wisconsin legislation, a comprehensive package to reduce crime and support stronger communities. State Senator Melissa Agard (D-Madison) released the following statement:
The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board voted unanimously to approve the 2022 migratory bird season framework and regulations. / Photo Credit: iStock/JonHuelskamp MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources today announced the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board (NRB) voted unanimously during the April board meeting to approve the 2022 migratory bird season
Youth Apprenticeship Panel Discussion being held April 19 at NWTC Corporate Conference Center NEW NORTH, April 13, 2022 – Building the next generation construction workforce through active engagement with youth apprenticeship is the theme of a free event being held next Tuesday, April 19, at the NWTC Corporate Conference Center, 2740
MADISON, Wis. – Rep. Joel Kitchens (R-Sturgeon Bay) has released the following statement regarding the announcement from Gov. Evers and the Department of Natural Resources that they have issued a request for proposal to either repair or replace the observation tower at Potawatomi State Park but will continue to study
1,000 Wisconsin families can register their 4-year-olds for a program proven to prepare children for kindergarten Madison, WI (March 7, 2022) — Data released in recent months show the achievement gaps in Wisconsin are as broad as ever. In an effort to close those gaps, the state is continuing
MIDDLETON – State Representative Dianne Hesselbein (D-Middleton) released a statement today upon the announcement from State Representative Gary Hebl (D – Sun Prairie) that he would not be seeking reelection: “I want to congratulate Gary on his retirement and thank him for his tireless service to his district. There was
MILWAUKEE — Dr. Imani Perry, Hughes-Rogers Professor of African American Studies at Princeton University and a Marquette University Ralph H. Metcalfe, Sr. Chair, will deliver her lecture, “South to America: A Journey Below the Mason-Dixon to Understand the Soul of a Nation,” on Thursday, April 19, at 5 p.m. in
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Beloit is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes the replacement of lead service lines throughout the city of Beloit. Activities related
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction today announced four Wisconsin educators have been named finalists for the 2022 Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. The PAEMST is considered the highest honor given by the U.S. government for science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and/or computer science teachers.
Dave Considine represents the 81st District in the State Assembly. The 81st District includes Baraboo, Sauk City, Prairie du Sac, Portage, and many other communities. His office can be reached at (608) 266-7746 or via email at Rep.Considine@legis.wisconsin.gov At the end of February, the leaders of the Wisconsin Assembly adjourned the 2021-2022 Legislative
OSHKOSH – U.S. Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI) announced today he is releasing a new ad on the personal impact of the Right to Try legislation he passed through Congress. The ad features testimony from Joel and Jennifer Webb about Joel’s experience with a severe case of COVID-19. “I was pretty sure that
Madison, WI – Today, Representative Gary Hebl (D-Sun Prairie) announced that he would not seek reelection in 2022 for his State Assembly seat. State Senator Melissa Agard (D-Madison) released the following statement regarding Hebl’s announcement: “Representative Hebl has been an incredible colleague and mentor in the state legislature. He has
Madison – Today the Republican-controlled Joint Finance Committee met without considering funding and stewardship requests pending before the committee that are important to citizens across Wisconsin. Anonymous Republican objections, along with their failure to schedule hearings, leave these vital requests in limbo. Republican inaction negatively impacts entities like the Wisconsin Arts
MILWAUKEE, WI – Mayor Cavalier Johnson is announcing the Viking Octantis will be the first cruise ship to visit Port Milwaukee as part of the 2022 season. This Seawaymax vessel is scheduled to dock in Milwaukee’s Harbor on May 6, 2022. The Viking Octantis’ arrival in Milwaukee will begin a summer season where
Wisconsin Women in Conservation (WiWiC) is celebrating Earth Month by kicking off their 2022 event schedule with six women-only in-person Spring Learning Circles. The series starts in the North Central region, with a morning gathering in Stevens Point on April 26 and another in New London on April 27, both
WAUWATOSA, WI — The Wauwatosa East chess team has won the 2022 National High School Championship in the K-12 Unrated division, with three team members also placing in the individual top 15. Held April 8-10 at the Renasant Convention Center in downtown Memphis, Tenn., the tournament featured 230 competitors representing
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced new fishing regulations for northern pike in Big Muskego Lake, Bass Bay and connecting waters for the 2022 fishing season effective May 7. The regulation includes no minimum length limit and a daily bag limit of two pike. Northern
Madison, WI – Today, Attorney General Kaul and Legislative Democrats highlighted their commitment to public safety through the Safer Wisconsin legislation, a comprehensive package to reduce crime and support stronger communities. State Senator Melissa Agard (D-Madison) released the following statement: “I was honored to join Attorney General Kaul, Representative McGuire,