WisGOP: Nearly two-thirds of Americans living paycheck to paycheck while Lt. Gov. Barnes wants to raise taxes
Recent reports show that nearly two-thirds of all Americans are now living paycheck to paycheck in the Biden Recession. As record-high inflation continues with no end in sight, and AAA warning higher gas prices could be just around the corner, consumers are feeling the pinch.
Alzheimer’s Association: Sportscasters against Alzheimer’s returns to elevate awareness for Alzheimer’s
MADISON, WI – Aug. 3, 2022– The Alzheimer’s Association Wisconsin Chapter is pleased to announce that the Sportscasters Against Alzheimer’s team is returning for a second year to support the 2022 Walk to End Alzheimer’s®. The team, made up of
Wisconsin Provider Survey: Workforce shortage intensifies
MADISON – Wisconsin assisted living and nursing home providers continue to endure a workforce shortage crisis, according to a new report produced by a coalition of provider associations including the Disability Service Provider Network, LeadingAge Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Assisted Living
UW-Stout: Graduate student Prokosch supporting children, futures at Boys & Girls Club
Menomonie, Wis. — When she graduates in spring 2023 with a master’s in school counseling from University of Wisconsin-Stout, Tana Prokosch already will have multiple professional experiences working with children. In addition to two program-required field experiences scheduled during the
UW-Madison: Erik Ranheim to become chair of pathology and laboratory medicine
Dr. Erik Ranheim, an academic physician with a distinguished record of achievement in medical education, will be the next chair of the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. Ranheim has been
Sen. Carpenter: Don’t reinvent the wheel, let DSPS hire staff
(MADISON)— Senator Tim Carpenter (D-Milwaukee) issued the following comments after the first meeting of the 2022 Legislative Council Study Committee on Occupational Licensure: “When I learned that Sen. Rob Stafsholt would chair the 2022 Study Committee on Occupational Licenses, I
Gov. Evers: Announces $3.75 million grant for city of Park Falls water utility
PARK FALLS — Gov. Tony Evers today announced a $3.75 million investment for infrastructure fixes to support water conservation efforts and safe drinking water for the city of Park Falls. The investment will help address rising operating costs. “The city of
MPS Foundation: Launches back-to-school supply drive
The seventh annual No Empty Backpacks School Supplies Drive is launching today and runs through September 16, 2022. Considering the growing needs of Milwaukee families post-pandemic and the rising costs of supplies, the MPS Foundation and its partners are setting out to raise $50,000
Palzewicz campaign: Four state senators endorse Tom Palzewicz for 5th Senate district
Incumbent senators agree that Tom is best candidate to represent district BROOKFIELD, WI — Navy veteran, small business leader, and candidate for Wisconsin’s 5th Senate district, Tom Palzewicz, announced today that he has earned the endorsement of State Senators Kelda
Gov. Tommy G. Thompson: Statement regarding Speaker Robin Vos
“No one could ever doubt that Robin is a conservative Republican. He’s been an activist for the conservative cause since we worked together when I was Governor and he was a college student. He’s a powerful check on the woke
A Better Mount Pleasant: Five years after Foxconn – village residents to hold public town hall discussion
MOUNT PLEASANT, WI AUGUST 3, 2022 — Local watchdog organization, A Better Mt. Pleasant will host a town hall meeting and panel discussion on the Foxconn development project on August 31, 2022 at the SC Johnson iMET Center from 7
American Bridge: Ron Johnson signals support for cutting Social Security and Medicare
Yesterday, the Wisconsin State Journal reported that Wisconsin GOP U.S. Senator Ron Johnson suggested Social Security and Medicare should be turned into discretionary spending — leaving these entitlement programs that millions of Seniors and people with disabilities rely on susceptible to Republican budget
Gov. Evers, DHS: Announce over $14 million to build capacity for Wisconsin’s behavioral health needs
Projects to increase access and build workforce for mental health and substance use services MILWAUKEE — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), today announced $14.1 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to
Dane County Exec. Parisi: County awards over $265,000 to increase mental health staffing, supports at five local school districts
Dane County will provide five local school districts $265,554 in funding to help meet the increasing behavioral health needs of K-12 kids, County Executive Joe Parisi announced today. The funds will help schools add staff and resources to support the
UW-Milwaukee: Experts available to discuss impact of Republican National Convention
MILWAUKEE_ The Republican Party will decide this week whether it will hold its 2024 convention in Milwaukee when the full Republican National Committee meets Aug. 2-5. The announcement comes after a site selection panel in July chose Milwaukee as the likely host
Michels campaign: I don’t know why Universal School Choice hasn’t happened yet in Wisconsin, but it will when I am governor.
West Allis, Wisc. – Tim Michels, the 12-year veteran Army Ranger officer, successful businessman, and outsider running for governor promises to trust and empower parents with universal school choice. “The Walker-Kleefisch administration led the state government for eight years and yet
City of Madison: Polling place listing for August 9, 2022
MADISON, WI – Some polling places have changed since the April election. The City of Madison Clerk’s Office recently sent postcards to voters in areas impacted by polling place changes. The City Clerk’s Office encourages you to confirm your polling
Barnes campaign: UAW Wisconsin State CAP endorses Mandela Barnes
TODAY: Mandela Barnes and Wisconsin State CAP to Hold Press Conference in Oshkosh RSVP with press@mandelabarnes.com WATCH: Learn More About How Mandela Will Support Unions in the U.S. Senate Here MADISON — Today, United Auto Workers (UAW) Wisconsin State CAP announced its endorsement of Lt.