Barnes campaign: Raises $1.1 million in one week
Mandela Barnes Campaign Receives Over 21,000 Donations In One Week MADISON — With less than 100 days to go until election day, Mandela Barnes has demonstrated an unprecedented ability to build momentum and unite Democrats across Wisconsin, raising $1.1 million in
Dept. of Natural Resources: Releases Annual Drinking Water Report
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently published its 2021 Annual Drinking Water Report. The report features statewide efforts that help public water systems provide safe and adequate drinking water supplies despite the continuing COVID-19 pandemic and other
NRSC: Barnes refuses to say we’re in a recession
Washington, D.C. — Yesterday, Mandela Barnes refused to say that we are in a recession. He said we are actually dealing with “unprecedented growth.” Yes, he says this despite GDP declining for the second quarter in a row, signaling that the United States is
WisGOP: Barnes supports higher taxes and more inflation
This weekend, radical U.S. Senate candidate Mandela Barnes stated he would support the so-called “Inflation Reduction Act” – the Senate Democrats’ latest party-line attempt to push their social agenda through Congress, which would only increase inflation in the near future. So what
Toney campaign: Milwaukee Police Supervisor’s Organization has endorsed Fond du Lac County District Attorney Eric Toney for Attorney General
[Fond du Lac, WI…] Eric Toney, Fond du Lac County District Attorney and law enforcement’s choice for Attorney General, today released the following statement in response to the Milwaukee Police Supervisor’s Organization endorsement of his campaign. “Milwaukee is experiencing a violent
World Dairy Expo: Tanbark Talks return with innovation, market discussion, and an Olympian
MADISON, WIS. – World Dairy Expo’s educational opportunities offer everyone in the global dairy industry versatility of topics, times, and structure. Tanbark Talks, one of Expo’s newest educational offerings, invites attendees to begin their day at World Dairy Expo with
Dept. of Natural Resources: Accepting pre-applications for 2023 Surface Water Grants
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will award more than $6 million to local groups to protect and improve surface water. Lake groups, river groups, local governments and non-profit organizations are encouraged to apply for a grant.
WPS Health Solutions: President and CEO Mike Hamerlik to retire in 2023
MADISON, Wis.—Aug. 1, 2022—WPS Health Solutions announces the planned retirement of its President and CEO, Mike Hamerlik. The WPS Board of Directors will identify WPS’ next president and CEO following an established succession and transition plan. A board-appointed transition committee
Wisconsin Towns Association: Sen. Marklein receives Friend of Towns Award
Senator Howard Marklein of the 17th Senate District was recently awarded the 2021-22 Friend of the Towns Award at the Juneau County Unit Meeting of the WTA for his efforts supporting town government. “Senator Marklein’s extraordinary leadership as Co-Chair of
WRTP BIG STEP: Named Apprenticeship Ambassador by the US Department of Labor
MILWAUKEE, WI (August 1, 2022) — On July 12, the US Department of Labor (DOL) announced its first cohort of Apprenticeship Ambassadors and Wisconsin workforce intermediary WRTP | BIG STEP is honored to be among them. The cohort includes community-based
Dept. of Health Services: Receives first opioid settlement funds payment, submits updated proposal to the Legislature’s Joint Committee on Finance
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced today that it has received the first payment of more than $6 million from the National Prescription Opiate Litigation (NPOL) settlement funds. In anticipation of receiving these funds, and in compliance with
Dept. of Natural Resources: New PFAS administrative rules now in effect
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that new administrative rules for perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, known as PFAS, are now in effect. Two rules set regulatory standards for PFAS in drinking water and surface water and
Washington County Exec. Schoemann: Waukesha and Washington County Executives and Sheriffs address surging fentanyl crisis
(WEST BEND, WI) – County Executive Josh Schoemann and Sheriff Martin Schulteis joined Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow and Waukesha County Sheriff Eric Severson today to address the surging fentanyl crisis in our community. Our country is in the midst of a
Waukesha County Exec. Farrow: Declares fentanyl a community health crisis
(Waukesha, WI) – Today, Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow declared fentanyl a community health crisis. Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid up to 100 times more powerful than morphine, is fueling overdose deaths across the US and Wisconsin. Today’s declaration includes County
UW-Madison: Enzyme, proteins work together to tidy up tail ends of DNA in dividing cells
MADISON — Researchers at the University of Wisconsin–Madison have described the way an enzyme and proteins interact to maintain the protective caps, called telomeres, at the end of chromosomes, a new insight into how a human cell preserves the integrity
Rep. Mark Spreitzer: Announces Spring 2022 Legislative Survey results
BELOIT – Today, Rep. Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit) announced the results of his Spring 2022 Legislative Survey, which received over 490 responses from constituents across the 45th Assembly District. The survey was sent in April to constituents to gather their feedback
Family Friendly Action PAC: Endorses Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes in U.S. Senate Race in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. – Family Friendly Action PAC is proud to endorse Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes in the race for U.S. Senate this November. “Mandela Barnes has proven to be a candidate who stands for the issues that matter most
WILL: Ameillia Wedward and Miranda Spindt join growing WILL team
Wedward and Spindt will assist WILL in development, communications, and policy research The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) added Ameillia Wedward, Development and Communications Associate, and Miranda Spindt, Policy Associate, to bolster WILL’s capacity for communication,
Dept. of Natural Resources: New hours for DNR shooting range in Vilas County
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is adjusting the hours of operation at the C.W. Caywood Shooting Range at Vilas County. The Caywood range, located on U.S. Highway 51 at Woodruff, will be open the three days
Dept. of Health Services: Gov. Evers, DHS announce Wisconsin vaccinators have administered 10 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine
Over 60% of Wisconsinites have completed their vaccine series Gov. Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announce that more than 10 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the state of Wisconsin, including over