WisGOP: WisDems choose political cronyism over Wisconsin students
MADISON, Wis. – In case you missed it, Democrat State School Superintendent Jill Underly handed out a six-figure position in the Department of Public Instruction to a notorious left-wing political operative, Sachin Chheda. So what exactly qualifies Chheda for this role
Lawrence University: To partner with St. Joseph Food Program for pre-parade food drive
APPLETON – Lawrence University will partner with St. Joseph Food Program on a food drive at the Appleton Christmas Parade, set for Nov. 21. A Lawrence University trailer will roll down College Avenue in downtown Appleton as part of the
Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeks public comment on updated water condition lists
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on revised water condition lists included in the draft 2024 Impaired Waters List. Every two years, the Clean Water Act requires states to publish a list of
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Helps bring home nearly $6 million for Wisconsin farmers and rural businesses to cut energy costs
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced she helped deliver nearly $6 million in grants from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for more than 50 Wisconsin farmers, ranchers, and businesses to invest in renewable energy, upgrade to energy
Gov. Evers: Celebrates unveiling of new Forest County Potawatomi dual-language highway signs
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today celebrated the newest set of dual-language highway signs unveiled for placement on state highways as part of the Wisconsin Department of Transportation’s (WisDOT) Dual-Language Sign Program. The new signs indicate the Forest County Potawatomi
Dept. of Transportation: Northbound US 151 off ramp to County N closed November 7
The northbound US 151 off-ramp to County N (Bristol Street) in Sun Prairie, Dane County will be closed Tuesday, November 7 for ramp work in the area. Motorists are advised to use alternate routes. For more information regarding traffic impacts
Gov. Evers: Wisconsin CEOs urge Republicans to fund engineering building project at state’s flagship university
MADISON — Yesterday, in an advertisement that ran in the Wisconsin State Journal and Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, respectively, 42 CEOs from some of the state’s leading employers penned a letter to the Republican-controlled Wisconsin State Legislature urging them to pass funding for the engineering building expansion
Anderson Campaign: Whose side are Baldwin, Johnson and Pocan on?
Middleton, Wisconsin – November 6th 2023 – Phil Anderson, Libertarian candidate for the United States Senate in Wisconsin, is calling out Senators Tammy Baldwin and Ron Johnson, as well as Rep Mark Pocan, for failing to defend the First Amendment.
U.S. Rep. Gallagher: Introduces bipartisan legislation to protect American networks
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Reps. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), Ashley Hinson (R-IA), Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), John Moolenaar (R-MI), Brittney Pettersen (D-CO), and Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) introduced the Defend our Networks Act. The bipartisan bill would use unobligated COVID-19 funds to replace Chinese-made telecommunications products with secure equipment to ensure Americans
UW–Stout: Best for Vets: University recognized as top public school in Wisconsin for veterans
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Democracy Sentry: Milwaukee Mayor, County Executive, among Wisconsin leaders demanding action to protect voter rights
MILWAUKEE – Nationwide and here in Wisconsin minority communities are facing barriers to the ballot box, including gerrymandered voting maps and the lack of uniform voter ID standards. To signify a crucial milestone of being one year away from the 2024
UW-Madison: Wisconsin business leaders and UW-Madison push for new engineering building with latest campaign
MADISON — The University of Wisconsin–Madison, in partnership with business leaders and allies across the state, has launched a new campaign urging legislators to advance a new College of Engineering building. The new, state-of-the-art building promises to significantly boost engineering enrollment,
Dept. of Natural Resources: Incidental take notice for Adams County
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare lizard, which may result from the Sand Valley Trail and Overlook Hill Road project in Adams County. Incidental
Gov. Evers: Launches new $50 million non-state grant program supporting statewide community development
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today launched the new Non-State Grant Program to support local infrastructure improvement and community development projects in communities across the state. This program was established as part of the 2023-25 biennial budget, 2023 Wisconsin Act 19, with a $50 million
Universities of Wisconsin: Unveil $32 million workforce proposal
MADISON, Wis.—The Universities of Wisconsin today unveiled a $32 million proposal to develop more engineers, nurses, data scientists, and business and finance leaders. The effort would continue the Universities’ ongoing emphasis on meeting workforce needs. The proposal comes in response
Dane County: Local youth to convene around climate action
The Dane County Youth Environmental Committee, in partnership with the Dane County Office of Energy and Climate, United Nations Association of Dane County, and 10001ways.com, will host the third annual youth climate conference, titled “Find Your Voice: Take Back Your Future”
Rep. Brandtjen: Vos continues to protect WEC Administrator Wolfe
Madison – State Representative Janel Brandtjen (R-Menomonee Falls) released the following statement regarding Speaker Vos’ latest attempt at protecting Meagan Wolfe: “Last week, Speaker Vos continued his support for WEC Administrator Meagan Wolfe by asserting the need to adhere to
Dept. of Natural Resources: Hunters encouraged to participate in the DNR’s Deer Donation Program
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages hunters to donate Wisconsin-harvested deer through the DNR’s Deer Donation Program. The program helps stock food pantries for the upcoming holiday season and supports residents in need throughout the state.
A Better Wisconsin Together: On Election Hero Day, hear directly from a local Wisconsin poll worker in video
MADISON, Wis. — Election Hero Day is an important moment to recognize every person who makes our elections possible, and all they do to protect our freedom to vote. “These election heroes are our friends, our family, and our neighbors,” said
Friends of Sauk Creek: Hundreds of West Side neighbors to oppose massive tree loss at city meeting today
MADISON, WI—Hundreds of neighbors from four West Side neighborhoods plan to bring signs and petitions to a sold-out meeting Nov. 6 (Monday) called by the City Engineering Division about reconstruction of the mile-long Sauk Creek that could remove the majority of the 26-acre area’s