WisDems: Statement on Memorial Day

MADISON, Wis. — In recognition of Memorial Day, WisDems Chair Devin Remiker released the following statement: “Today, and every day, we pay homage to the men and women who have died protecting our freedom, our democracy, our individual liberties, and our

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Sheboygan County Economic Development Corporation, Small Business Development Center at UW-Green Bay: Sheboygan County robotics startup Grabot.Tech to compete in BattleBots

Sheboygan County, WI – Accelerate Sheboygan County, powered by the Sheboygan County Innovation Council and the Sheboygan County Economic Development Corporation (SCEDC), is proud to highlight Grabot.Tech, a Sheboygan County-based robotics startup founded by Ben Davidson that is developing robotic

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Roys Campaign: Sarah Keyeski endorses Kelda Roys for governor

LODI – Today, State Sen. Sarah Keyeski endorsed State Sen. Kelda Roys to be the next governor of Wisconsin. Sen. Keyeski’s district spans the counties of Richland, Sauk, Columbia, Dane, Adams, Juneau, and Vernon counties. Roys, who has more endorsements than any other candidate in the race, continues to build a winning

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Dept. of Transportation: Announces grant application period open for next round of National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure funding in Wisconsin  

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is now accepting applications to expand the coverage of federally funded electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in Wisconsin to include heavily traveled U.S. and state highway corridors. Wisconsin was apportioned $78.65 million under the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program in 2021, through the

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UW-Stout: Applied learning accelerates UW-Stout M.S. graduates’ skills in design, computer science, therapy, industrial psychology

Menomonie, Wis. – Among the class of 218 Graduate Studies students who crossed the commencement stage at University of Wisconsin-Stout’s May 16 ceremony, five were recognized by faculty and staff as inspiring graduates whose stories represent what it is to be Stout Proud.  The graduates shared their university experiences, setbacks and

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U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Development: Accepting Rural Business Development Grants applications

(Stevens Point, Wis., May 26, 2026) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development is accepting applications for Rural Business Development Grants. These grants for eligible entities support projects that create jobs and grow the local economy. “These grants will help create and retain jobs in rural communities across Wisconsin,” said USDA Rural

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Milwaukee County Transit System: Summer service changes start June 7

MILWAUKEE (May 26, 2026) – Beginning Sunday, June 7, the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) will launch its summer service changes, restoring mid-day service to four routes using 2026 Milwaukee County Budget contingency funds. The seasonal updates also include schedule adjustments on 15 routes to improve reliability based on rider and operator feedback,

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Marquette Law School Poll: Finds 4 out of 5 say Wisconsin legislature should have passed Evers/GOP property tax, rebates, and special education bill

Also: Please note: Complete Poll results and methodology information can be found online at law.marquette.edu/poll MILWAUKEE — A new Marquette Law School Poll finds 80% of Wisconsin adults say the legislature should have passed a proposed bill using the projected state budget surplus to reduce property taxes, increase special education funding,

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WisDems: Statement on Memorial Day

MADISON, Wis. — In recognition of Memorial Day, WisDems Chair Devin Remiker released the following statement: “Today, and every day, we pay homage to the men and women who have died protecting our freedom, our democracy, our individual liberties, and our constitution. These fallen soldiers put their lives on the line

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Feller School: Harvard-linked education journal spotlights Wisconsin’s Feller School

Madison, Wis. — A nationally prominent education journal has spotlighted a Wisconsin school serving students with dyslexia, drawing national attention to growing debates over literacy instruction, special education policy, and school choice. Education Next, a leading national education journal published through the Harvard Kennedy School, recently published an excerpt from Your Brain

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Wisconsin Muslim Civic Alliance: Applauds Supervisor Gómez-Tom as Milwaukee County resolution demanding release of Salah Sarsour advances to full board vote

(FRANKLIN, WI, 5/23/2026) — The Wisconsin Muslim Civic Alliance (WMCA) today applauded the advancement of Resolution 26-447, which passed the Milwaukee County Intergovernmental Relations Committee yesterday and will be heard before the full Board of Supervisors on Wednesday, May 28 at noon in Room 200 of the Milwaukee County Courthouse. The

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Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Issues public health alert for Starzer Meats’ Mushroom & Swiss Bratwursts due to misbranding and undeclared allergen

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is issuing a public health alert for raw Mushroom and Swiss Bratwursts produced by Starzer Meats in Pound, Wisconsin. This alert is due to product being misbranded and containing an undeclared allergen.     The aforementioned product contains

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Sheboygan County Economic Development Corporation, Small Business Development Center at UW-Green Bay: Sheboygan County robotics startup Grabot.Tech to compete in BattleBots

Sheboygan County, WI – Accelerate Sheboygan County, powered by the Sheboygan County Innovation Council and the Sheboygan County Economic Development Corporation (SCEDC), is proud to highlight Grabot.Tech, a Sheboygan County-based robotics startup founded by Ben Davidson that is developing robotic technology for real- world applications. Grabot.Tech will also compete in

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Wisconsin Legislative Council: Public member service on study committees

What is the Wisconsin Joint Legislative Council? The Wisconsin Joint Legislative Council is a 22-member legislative committee established by state law. All of the legislative leadership, as well as additional legislators, are members of the Joint Legislative Council. The president of the Senate and the speaker of the Assembly, or

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