Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: 77th Alice in Dairyland top candidates announced
MADISON, Wis – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has announced the six top candidates to become the 77th Alice in Dairyland. The candidates are Cierra Essock, Halei Heinzel, Katrina Hoesly, Michaela King, Kiley Pagel, and
DCCC: Bryan Steil under fire for undermining democracy
According to a new report, Steil is using his role as Chair of the “historically bipartisan” House Administration Committee to attack voting access and peddle dangerous election conspiracies. This hardly comes as a surprise after Steil hired a committee staffer who was involved in
Hysell campaign: Announces his campaign for the 48th Assembly District
Today, Andrew Hysell of Sun Prairie announced his bid for the Democratic nomination to represent the newly drawn 48th Assembly District. Andrew also announced Senator Melissa Agard’s endorsement of his campaign for the seat. The 48th Assembly District is anchored
Dept. of Transportation: Gov. Evers approves WIS 19 intersection improvements, Sun Prairie
To invest in Wisconsin’s transportation system, Governor Evers recently signed a $2.4 million contract to improve three intersections along WIS 19 at US 151, Thompson Street, and Davidson Drive in Sun Prairie, Dane County. Preliminary work is scheduled to begin
Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin: Partnering with Clark County District Attorney’s Office and Personal Development Center to host silhouette art display at Clark County Courthouse
Neillsville, WI – Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin, in collaboration with the Personal Development Center and the Clark County District Attorney’s Office, is raising awareness about the rights available to victims of crime through a display of silhouettes March 4-11 at the Clark County
WisGOP: Democrats’ strategy for 2024? Hire a stuntman
MADISON, Wis. – With voters worried about the Biden Administration’s failures at the southern border, the economy, and beyond, desperate times call for desperate measures if you are a liberal. However, it appears Wisconsin liberals may have jumped the shark with
Milwaukee County Executive Crowley: Announces release of first-ever countywide transportation safety assessment report
MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley and the Milwaukee County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) have published the first-ever Transportation Safety Assessment Report. This is part of MCDOT’s Complete Communities Transportation Planning Project, an effort to increase multimodal safety and address
Chippewa Valley Republican Legislators: React to the Governor’s veto
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Dept. of Natural Resources: Encourages property owners to make spongy moth treatment plans early
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages property owners to examine their trees for spongy moth egg masses and determine whether control measures are needed this spring. Spongy moths thrive in warm and dry weather, but even
Universities of Wisconsin: UW-La Crosse chancellor finalists named
MADISON, Wis.—Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman today announced three finalists for the position of chancellor at the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse, which enrolls 10,300 students and offers 102 undergraduate programs in 30 disciplines, 30 graduate programs, and two doctoral
Daybreak Fund: Releases request for proposals for 2024 grant cycle
The Daybreak Fund has announced its second annual request for proposals (RFP) for its 2024 round of funding. Through this competitive process, the Fund will invest approximately $1.7 million in grants to local nonprofits and community groups to help fight
DLGA: Lt. Govs lead state efforts to lower health care costs, support working families and prevent gun violence
From Minnesota to Rhode Island, Maryland to Wisconsin, our Lieutenant Governors have been leading efforts to ensure Americans can afford the health care they need, take care of their families, and are safe in their communities. See more highlights from
Dept. of Transportation: Joins nationwide effort to prevent traffic deaths
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation reinforced its commitment to safety this month by joining 160 organizations in the national Allies in Action campaign. The effort is part of the USDOT’s National Roadway Safety Strategy to eliminate crash injuries and fatalities. “Too many people
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Nomination period open for Wisconsin Cherry Board election
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting nominations through March 29, 2024 for two seats on the Wisconsin Cherry Board. DATCP will mail nomination forms to eligible growers. Growers must sign, notarize, and
WisDems: Celebrate National Women’s History Month
MADISON, Wis. — In honor of National Women’s History Month, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Second Vice-Chair Tricia Zunker and Chair Ben Wikler released the following statements: Democratic Party of Wisconsin Second Vice-Chair Tricia Zunker: “Today marks the start of National Women’s History
Dept. of Natural Resources: Announces nonresident hunting license fee increase
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced a fee increase for nonresident archer and crossbow hunting licenses. This change is the result of Governor Tony Evers signing Senate Bill 780, now 2023 Wisconsin Act 99. New
Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, Farmers for Sustainable Food: Begin sustainability program enrollment
GREEN BAY, Wis. — Farmers throughout the Upper Midwest will have an opportunity to participate in a multi-year climate-smart sustainability program that uses data to inform new farming practices and potentially generate added value for the food the farms produce.
WI National Guard: Wisconsin Guard signs historic partnership with Edgewood College
The Wisconsin National Guard has entered into a public-private partnership with Edgewood College in Madison, Wisconsin that offers an expedited path to a Master’s Degree in education for a significant discount in price. Edgewood College’s Accelerated Teacher Education Partnership connects
DLCC: Unveils multi-cycle strategy memo and first 2024 announcement of battleground state investments
WASHINGTON — This week, The DLCC rounded out February with two game-changing, powerhouse announcements – unveiling our multi-cycle strategy memo and our first 2024 announcement of battleground state investments. Our multi-cycle strategy memo outlines our plan to push into red territory and earn a majority of
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Leads colleagues in calling for a meeting of the conference to discuss goals, process for electing a new Republican leader
WASHINGTON – On Thursday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) led nine of his Senate GOP colleagues in sending a letter to Senate Republican Conference Chair John Barrasso, M.D. (R-Wyo.) requesting a meeting of the Conference the week of March 18, 2024,