Milwaukee Supervisor Burgelis: Encourages residents to attend I-94 East-West Corridor study public involvement meeting
MILWAUKEE – The Wisconsin Department of Transportation will host two open house style public involvement meetings to provide the opportunity for greater input on the I-94 East-West Corridor project. “Public involvement in the East-West I-94 freeway project has helped shape and
Dept. of Workforce Development: DWD and DATCP secretaries tour farms assisted by DVR program
AUBURNDALE, Wis. – Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Secretary Randy Romanski and Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) Secretary-designee Amy Pechacek recently hit the road to highlight the DWD Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR). At the
Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce: Accepting applications for ninth annual Pressure Chamber competition
MADISON – The Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce announced today it is accepting applications for this year’s Pressure Chamber startup initiative, which returns on Aug. 16 during Forward Festival, Wisconsin’s largest technology and entrepreneurship festival. The popular program includes participation
Sabor Campaign: Barbara Lawton endorses Alexia Sabor for Wisconsin Secretary of State
MADISON, WI — Barbara Lawton, former lieutenant governor of Wisconsin, today endorsed Alexia Sabor, who is running for Wisconsin secretary of state. Lawton was Wisconsin’s 43rd lieutenant governor, serving with Governor Jim Doyle from 2003-2011. “I was impressed when
U.S. Rep. Kind: Helps secure $2.2 million in American Rescue Plan funds to support the food processing and manufacturing sectors in southwestern Wisconsin
Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Ron Kind announced that the U.S. Department of Commerce is awarding a $2.2 million grant to the Village of Muscoda, Wisconsin, to expand the Muscoda Industrial Park. This grant is funded by the American Rescue Plan, which Rep.
AHCA/NCAL: The Bay at Suring, The Bay at Manahawkin and The Bay at Garden View Centers achieve 2022 AHCA/NCAL Bronze National Quality awards
The Bay at Suring and The Bay at Manahawkin Health and Rehabilitation Centers, and The Bay at Garden View Assisted Living Center have been recognized as 2022 recipients of the Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award by the American Health Care Association
Children’s Wisconsin: Ranked among the nation’s best by U.S. News and World Report
MILWAUKEE – U.S. News & World Report has ranked Children’s Wisconsin in eight specialties and #1 in Wisconsin as part of the new 2022-23 Best Children’s Hospitals rankings published online today. This ranking is just one of a number of awards that recognizes Children’s
Dept. of Natural Resources: Accepting applications for fall deer at Sandhill Wildlife Area
BABCOCK, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting applications through July 1 for the 2022 Learn to Hunt Deer program at Sandhill Wildlife Area. Sandhill’s Learn-to-Hunt workshops combine classroom instruction and hands-on field experience with a mentored hunt
Dept. of Transportation: Offers live video feeds of Wisconsin highways on 511wi.gov
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) today unveiled a new feature for Wisconsin’s 511 travel information system. Accessible online at 511wi.gov or via the 511 Wisconsin smartphone app, motorists can now view live video feeds of travel conditions via traffic cameras throughout
Wisconsin National Guard: Bearing the spirit of the nation’s flag, Army
The U.S. Army and Old Glory, both proud representatives of the United States, share the same birthday — if not the same birth date. The Continental Congress authorized the American Continental Army — which continues today as the United States
Dept. of Natural Resources: Summer issue of Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine available now
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the summer issue of Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine is now available in print and online. The cover story puts a spotlight on food waste and provides several ways we can all
Office of the Commissioner of Insurance: Shares tips for consumers filing claims after storm damage
Madison, Wis. — Insurance Commissioner Nathan Houdek is sharing tips and reminders for Wisconsinites who may have experienced property damage from the recent storm. “Wind or hail may have caused damage to property during this week’s storm.” said Commissioner Houdek. “If you
U.S. Rep. Tiffany: Asks Biden’s DOJ to assist in curbing crime
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Tom Tiffany (WI-07), along with six of his colleagues, sent a letter to U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland asking him to assist, or pick up the slack, where rogue prosecutors have declined to prosecute crimes with
WisDems: Michels refuses to answer on background checks; opposes bipartisan gun safety package
MADISON, Wis. – Yesterday, while responding to questions from WKOW, Tim Michels failed to support the U.S. Senate’s bipartisan gun safety package, blamed gun violence on people who did not report mass shooters earlier, and refused to answer when asked if he supports
Wisconsin Conservation Voters: Gov. Evers leads on adoption of first-ever statewide PFAS protections
MADISON – Wisconsin Conservation Voters applauds the state’s adoption of PFAS administrative rules. For the first time ever, Wisconsin will have PFAS-specific water standards to protect the health of Wisconsinites. Gov. Tony Evers demonstrated his leadership and dedication to the
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: House passes Baldwin’s bipartisan legislation to ease U.S. shipping backlogs, boost Wisconsin exports
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last night, the House of Representatives passed Senator Baldwin’s bipartisan Ocean Shipping Reform Act, legislation that will help level the playing field for American exporters by making it harder for ocean carriers to unreasonably refuse goods ready to
Dept. of Natural Resources: Northern zone smallmouth bass season starts June 18
SPOONER, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the 2022 smallmouth bass season in the northern zone begins on June 18, 2022 and runs through March 5, 2023. During the open season, anglers can catch and
Spicer Campaign: Small business owner runs for the 51st Assembly District
My name is Leah Spicer and I am running for Wisconsin State Assembly as Representative to the 51st District. I’m taking my experience as a community member, small business owner, mom, native of this district, to fight for our rural
Evers Campaign: Launches new TV ad: “Skills”
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Governor Tony Evers’ re-election campaign is launching its latest television ad of the 2022 cycle as part of its initial $3.5 million broadcast and cable buy. “Skills” highlights the governor’s efforts to fund skills training programs and help students and
Godlewski Campaign: Releases new TV ad highlighting Godlewski leading the fight for Wisconsinites
MADISON – Today, the Sarah for Wisconsin campaign released a new TV ad as part of an ongoing, multi-million dollar ad campaign leading up to the August 9th primary election. The ad features footage of Sarah Godlewski on the campaign trail over the