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Necedah-based camping company supports project with real-world application Menomonie, Wis. – Summer is approaching, and that means vacation time, with many Americans opting to camp in the great outdoors. And while camping offers a sense of freedom in nature, it
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL), in partnership with the Archbridge Institute, released a new report titled, “Reforming Childcare in Wisconsin: Reducing Regulatory Burdens to Expand Access.” The report reveals Wisconsin’s ranking as the 10th most restrictive state for
Washington, DC – Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that Andrew Iverson would serve as USDA’s State Director for Rural Development in Wisconsin. Following the announcement, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) issued the following statement: “Andrew’s demonstrated record of hard work, dedication, and professional
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(Washington, D.C., May 27, 2025) – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins today announced the latest slate of presidential appointments for key positions at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) including the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS), Farm Service Agency (FSA)
MADISON, Wis. — Today, the United States Department of Agriculture announced Andrew Iverson will serve as State Director for Rural Development in Wisconsin. “I’d like to congratulate Andrew Iverson on his appointment and thank him for his work as the Republican Party
(Lombard, Ill.) May 27, 2025 — State Representative Russell Goodwin of Milwaukee was among 38 select lawmakers chosen to participate in a training program that annually identifies and assists promising state leaders in the Midwest. Representative Goodwin will meet with
Derrick Van Orden is facing further scrutiny after he cast the deciding vote last week to slash Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) – despite repeatedly telling Wisconsinites he’d oppose Medicaid and SNAP cuts, and then lying about the cuts he just rubberstamped. Now,
MADISON, Wis. — As local nurses at Unity Point Health Meriter begin a strike today, A Better Wisconsin Together issued the following statement of support: “We stand in solidarity with the nearly 1,000 SEIU Meriter Hospital nurses who are standing up
Derrick Van Orden continues to receive backlash for his “calls for cuts to the Department of Veterans Affairs” that make his dangerous agenda clear – Van Orden is a direct threat to Wisconsin veterans’ health care. Refusing to stand up to
MADISON, WI – State Rep. Christian Phelps (D-Eau Claire) introduced today LRB-2916/1, a bill to maintain existing enrollment caps on Wisconsin’s statewide school voucher program. This bill, introduced alongside Rep. Deb Andraca (D-Whitefish Bay), Sen. Kelda Roys (D-Madison), and Sen.
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has finalized a new rule, making permanent an emergency rule that the governor approved in January, to combat lead poisoning statewide by lowering the lead poisoning threshold to 3.5
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is now accepting applications for the 2025 Learn to Hunt Deer program at Sandhill Wildlife Area. Applications will be accepted through July 1. Sandhill’s Learn-to-Hunt workshops include classroom instruction, hands-on field experience and a mentored
Madison – Representative Shae Sortwell (R-Gibson) released the following statement in response to today’s Brown County press conference pertaining to a budget motion filed by Brown County legislators: “The Brown County court system has faced a serious case backlog for
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction announced today it has convened a group of Wisconsin education leaders to review and update the performance rating thresholds used in the state’s school and district report cards — a necessary step to ensure
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges anglers to help prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species by draining water from their boats and equipment this fishing season. The first full weekend of June is all about fishing in Wisconsin,
Yesterday, Derrick Van Orden cast a deciding vote to slash Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP), despite repeatedly promising he’d oppose cutting these programs. Van Orden broke his promise and voted to jeopardize health care and food assistance
MADISON, Wis. — A new op-ed in the Wisconsin Examiner on Thursday highlighted the detrimental impacts Wisconsinites could face after House Republicans, like WI-3 Rep. Derrick Van Orden, passed a budget that could cut nearly $800 billion in funding from Medicaid. In fact, Van
4 out of 5 veterans are worried about cuts impacting care WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released a new report on how President Donald Trump’s reckless cuts to staff and services are hurting our veterans. “When Americans serve and
Washington, D.C. – Early this morning, House Republicans voted to pass their budget bill despite widespread opposition from the American people. This bill will rip health care away from millions of American seniors, children, middle- and low-income families, people with
Necedah-based camping company supports project with real-world application Menomonie, Wis. – Summer is approaching, and that means vacation time, with many Americans opting to camp in the great outdoors. And while camping offers a sense of freedom in nature, it often includes adapting to limited living quarters, including learning how
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL), in partnership with the Archbridge Institute, released a new report titled, “Reforming Childcare in Wisconsin: Reducing Regulatory Burdens to Expand Access.” The report reveals Wisconsin’s ranking as the 10th most restrictive state for childcare regulations, even lagging states like California, Illinois, and Michigan.
Washington, DC – Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that Andrew Iverson would serve as USDA’s State Director for Rural Development in Wisconsin. Following the announcement, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) issued the following statement: “Andrew’s demonstrated record of hard work, dedication, and professional service makes him a great addition to the… Please log
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(Washington, D.C., May 27, 2025) – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins today announced the latest slate of presidential appointments for key positions at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) including the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS), Farm Service Agency (FSA) and Rural Development (RD). “President Trump is putting Farmers First,
MADISON, Wis. — Today, the United States Department of Agriculture announced Andrew Iverson will serve as State Director for Rural Development in Wisconsin. “I’d like to congratulate Andrew Iverson on his appointment and thank him for his work as the Republican Party of Wisconsin’s Executive Director. President Trump and Secretary Rollins made
(Lombard, Ill.) May 27, 2025 — State Representative Russell Goodwin of Milwaukee was among 38 select lawmakers chosen to participate in a training program that annually identifies and assists promising state leaders in the Midwest. Representative Goodwin will meet with fellow lawmakers from Wisconsin and 10 other Midwestern states and
Derrick Van Orden is facing further scrutiny after he cast the deciding vote last week to slash Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) – despite repeatedly telling Wisconsinites he’d oppose Medicaid and SNAP cuts, and then lying about the cuts he just rubberstamped. Now, local residents are “raising their concerns” about Van Orden’s …
MADISON, Wis. — As local nurses at Unity Point Health Meriter begin a strike today, A Better Wisconsin Together issued the following statement of support: “We stand in solidarity with the nearly 1,000 SEIU Meriter Hospital nurses who are standing up for workplace and patient safety, fair wages, and more. “Just
Derrick Van Orden continues to receive backlash for his “calls for cuts to the Department of Veterans Affairs” that make his dangerous agenda clear – Van Orden is a direct threat to Wisconsin veterans’ health care. Refusing to stand up to indiscriminate firings of veterans and VA employees, threatening a fired veteran employee,
MADISON, WI – State Rep. Christian Phelps (D-Eau Claire) introduced today LRB-2916/1, a bill to maintain existing enrollment caps on Wisconsin’s statewide school voucher program. This bill, introduced alongside Rep. Deb Andraca (D-Whitefish Bay), Sen. Kelda Roys (D-Madison), and Sen. Chris Larson (D-Milwaukee), presents the opportunity for a necessary change
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has finalized a new rule, making permanent an emergency rule that the governor approved in January, to combat lead poisoning statewide by lowering the lead poisoning threshold to 3.5 µg/dL. By lowering the lead poisoning threshold, more kids and
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is now accepting applications for the 2025 Learn to Hunt Deer program at Sandhill Wildlife Area. Applications will be accepted through July 1. Sandhill’s Learn-to-Hunt workshops include classroom instruction, hands-on field experience and a mentored hunt on thousands of acres of intensively managed wildlif… Please
Madison – Representative Shae Sortwell (R-Gibson) released the following statement in response to today’s Brown County press conference pertaining to a budget motion filed by Brown County legislators: “The Brown County court system has faced a serious case backlog for several years, primarily due to staffing shortages. This can lead
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction announced today it has convened a group of Wisconsin education leaders to review and update the performance rating thresholds used in the state’s school and district report cards — a necessary step to ensure the system remains valid, fair, and aligned with current expectations.
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges anglers to help prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species by draining water from their boats and equipment this fishing season. The first full weekend of June is all about fishing in Wisconsin, a perfect pairing for the DNR’s Free Fun Weekend (June
Yesterday, Derrick Van Orden cast a deciding vote to slash Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP), despite repeatedly promising he’d oppose cutting these programs. Van Orden broke his promise and voted to jeopardize health care and food assistance for tens of thousands of Wisconsinites, all so he could
MADISON, Wis. — A new op-ed in the Wisconsin Examiner on Thursday highlighted the detrimental impacts Wisconsinites could face after House Republicans, like WI-3 Rep. Derrick Van Orden, passed a budget that could cut nearly $800 billion in funding from Medicaid. In fact, Van Orden cast the deciding vote to strip health care coverage
4 out of 5 veterans are worried about cuts impacting care WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released a new report on how President Donald Trump’s reckless cuts to staff and services are hurting our veterans. “When Americans serve and sacrifice for our freedom, it’s our duty to have their
Washington, D.C. – Early this morning, House Republicans voted to pass their budget bill despite widespread opposition from the American people. This bill will rip health care away from millions of American seniors, children, middle- and low-income families, people with disabilities, people fighting cancer, and so many more. Not only