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(Brown County, Wis.) – Brown County Executive Troy Streckenbach’s 2022 budget proposal sets aside $5,000 in the Extension Brown County budget to team up with community partners to complete an Emergency Food Response Plan. “Ensuring the resilience of Brown County
(Brown County, Wis.) – Brown County Executive Troy Streckenbach’s 2022 budget proposal plans to utilize $84,000 to create the position of a Housing Navigator within the County’s Community Services Division. “Homelessness has drastically become a major concern in Brown County,”
EAU CLAIRE — Small business owner and nonprofit leader Rebecca Cooke kicked off her campaign for Congress Wednesday in Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District. Born and raised on an Eau Claire dairy farm and appointed by Governor Tony Evers to the Wisconsin
Public input is vital to public education. Children succeed when their parents and family members are closely involved in their education. We are seeing and continuing to encourage parents and community members to exercise their First Amendment rights and
Since being swept to power in 2010 and solidifying their majority through gerrymandering, Wisconsin Republicans have systematically weakened and undermined Wisconsin’s Unemployment Insurance (UI) program. They have made work search requirements in Wisconsin some of the most stringent in the
Daily lane and ramp closures are scheduled next week on the Madison Beltline (US 12/18) between Verona Road and John Nolen Drive in Dane County. The lane closures will occur from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Thursday (Oct.

NIAGARA, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) increased prescribed burning during late summer to restore and maintain several state properties. Prescribed burns are the intentional application of fire to a pre-planned area, under specific environmental conditions, to help
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed Executive Order #137 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Fri., Oct. 15, 2021, in honor of Navy Seaman 2nd Class Arthur R. Thinnes, who lost
MADISON, Wis.—The University of Wisconsin System announced today that UW-River Falls has attained a 70 percent vaccination rate among students. “This is quite an accomplishment for the students of UW-River Falls and a sign of the hard work and commitment
Madison, WI… “Creating a hunting season for sandhill cranes is not just about hunting; it’s also about helping farmers,” shared Rep Tittl Wednesday, at a press conference held by Senate and Assembly Republicans along with Ted Nugent. The gathering highlighted
WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Ranking Member of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, and U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, are seeking full transparency on what steps Attorney General Garland has taken, or
Derrick Van Orden is an insurrectionist, proud sexual harasser of female service members, and a bully — and as another Democratic challenger enters the race this week, it’s clear that after this election cycle, Van Orden will be adding two-time failed
Event Details: FREE EVENT Saturday, November 6, 2021, 9am-2 pm Hampton Inn and Suites 8201 W Greenfield Ave West Allis, WI, 53214 RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/177311823437 *Media must register to attend this event: info@wiconservativedigest.com *Tabling sponsorship $250 (table included) *Rooms are available for
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters to know their target before they shoot and understand the difference between elk and white-tailed deer this season. Archery and crossbow deer seasons are currently underway. Antlerless elk are
LA CROSSE, WI – Today, U.S. Rep. Ron Kind announced his endorsement of Brad Pfaff for Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District. “Brad Pfaff’s roots in western Wisconsin run deep and no one will work harder for hard working people,” said Rep.
MADISON, Wis. – What’s in a name? For one Madison family, it’s a way to show gratitude for preserving a life. In May 2018, Joe St. Peter’s life changed forever. One night, Joe’s wife, Bryce Joslin St. Peter, woke to
MADISON, Wis. – National Farmers Day is an opportunity for all of us to recognize and celebrate the impacts and contributions of Wisconsin farmers. Our state is fortunate to be home to more than 64,000 farms on approximately 14.3 million
(Brown County, Wis.) – Brown County Executive Troy Streckenbach’s 2022 budget proposal sets aside $5,000 in the Extension Brown County budget to team up with community partners to complete an Emergency Food Response Plan. “Ensuring the resilience of Brown County in the wake of an emergency will contribute positively to
(Brown County, Wis.) – Brown County Executive Troy Streckenbach’s 2022 budget proposal plans to utilize $84,000 to create the position of a Housing Navigator within the County’s Community Services Division. “Homelessness has drastically become a major concern in Brown County,” says Streckenbach. “This position is needed to help connect individuals
EAU CLAIRE — Small business owner and nonprofit leader Rebecca Cooke kicked off her campaign for Congress Wednesday in Wisconsin’s Third Congressional District. Born and raised on an Eau Claire dairy farm and appointed by Governor Tony Evers to the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation, Rebecca understands the economic and social challenges
Public input is vital to public education. Children succeed when their parents and family members are closely involved in their education. We are seeing and continuing to encourage parents and community members to exercise their First Amendment rights and make their voices heard. We applaud parents’ dedication to their
Since being swept to power in 2010 and solidifying their majority through gerrymandering, Wisconsin Republicans have systematically weakened and undermined Wisconsin’s Unemployment Insurance (UI) program. They have made work search requirements in Wisconsin some of the most stringent in the country, as well as enacting a one-week waiting period before
Daily lane and ramp closures are scheduled next week on the Madison Beltline (US 12/18) between Verona Road and John Nolen Drive in Dane County. The lane closures will occur from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Thursday (Oct. 18-21). In addition, daytime ramp closures may occur Monday through

NIAGARA, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) increased prescribed burning during late summer to restore and maintain several state properties. Prescribed burns are the intentional application of fire to a pre-planned area, under specific environmental conditions, to help conserve Wisconsin native grassland, wetland and savanna plant communities. Fire
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today signed Executive Order #137 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Fri., Oct. 15, 2021, in honor of Navy Seaman 2nd Class Arthur R. Thinnes, who lost his life during the attack on Pearl Harbor. “Our state is
MADISON, Wis.—The University of Wisconsin System announced today that UW-River Falls has attained a 70 percent vaccination rate among students. “This is quite an accomplishment for the students of UW-River Falls and a sign of the hard work and commitment of the university’s staff and administration,” said System President Tommy
Madison, WI… “Creating a hunting season for sandhill cranes is not just about hunting; it’s also about helping farmers,” shared Rep Tittl Wednesday, at a press conference held by Senate and Assembly Republicans along with Ted Nugent. The gathering highlighted the 14 Sportsman Freedom Package introduced by Republican legislators and
WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), Ranking Member of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, and U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, are seeking full transparency on what steps Attorney General Garland has taken, or failed to take, to declassify records relating to Crossfire Hurricane
Derrick Van Orden is an insurrectionist, proud sexual harasser of female service members, and a bully — and as another Democratic challenger enters the race this week, it’s clear that after this election cycle, Van Orden will be adding two-time failed candidate to the list. Badger State voters have already rejected
Event Details: FREE EVENT Saturday, November 6, 2021, 9am-2 pm Hampton Inn and Suites 8201 W Greenfield Ave West Allis, WI, 53214 RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/177311823437 *Media must register to attend this event: info@wiconservativedigest.com *Tabling sponsorship $250 (table included) *Rooms are available for attendees. Call 414-436-2300 for room rate discount This
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters to know their target before they shoot and understand the difference between elk and white-tailed deer this season. Archery and crossbow deer seasons are currently underway. Antlerless elk are most commonly confused for being large does, in addition to
LA CROSSE, WI – Today, U.S. Rep. Ron Kind announced his endorsement of Brad Pfaff for Wisconsin’s 3rd Congressional District. “Brad Pfaff’s roots in western Wisconsin run deep and no one will work harder for hard working people,” said Rep. Kind. “Brad is a champion for farmers, small businesses, workers
MADISON, Wis. – What’s in a name? For one Madison family, it’s a way to show gratitude for preserving a life. In May 2018, Joe St. Peter’s life changed forever. One night, Joe’s wife, Bryce Joslin St. Peter, woke to the sound of Joe having a seizure. “I was asleep,
MADISON, Wis. – National Farmers Day is an opportunity for all of us to recognize and celebrate the impacts and contributions of Wisconsin farmers. Our state is fortunate to be home to more than 64,000 farms on approximately 14.3 million acres that produce a wide variety of high-quality products. These