Jackie Nitschke Center: Take a look at your drinking habits during National Alcohol Awareness Month
(Green Bay, Wis.) – It’s been two years since COVID-19 struck and we continue to see the impact. April is National Alcohol Awareness Month, a perfect time to take a look and assess whether the pandemic has led you down
UW System: Interim President Michael J. Falbo on Wisconsin policy forum report showing need for state investment in student financial aid
MADISON, Wis.—University of Wisconsin System Interim President Michael J. Falbo issued this statement today: “State support for its public universities here in Wisconsin has fallen from around 30 percent in 2002 to 18 percent today. While students and families are
Dept. of Natural Resources: Very high fire danger across Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking the public to stay vigilant and avoid burning because of very high fire danger across Wisconsin, particularly in the western half of the state. The increased fire danger is
Rep. Steil: It’s clear inflation is not transitory
MILWAUKEE, WI— Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01), Ranking Member on the Select Committee on the Economy, issued the following statement after the Bureau of Labor Statistics released the March Consumer Price Index Report, which is a measure of inflation. “It is
Rep. Steineke: Thanks Rep. Horlacher for his service to Wisconsin
MADISON – Assembly Majority Leader Jim Steineke (R-Kaukauna) released the following statements after state Representative Cody Horlacher (R-Mukwonago) announced today that he will not seek reelection to the state Assembly in 2022: “Representative Horlacher has been a strong, conservative voice for his district
Protect Our Care: Week two of Medicaid Awareness Month calls for closing the coverage gap & extending coverage to millions
WISCONSIN — Today, Protect Our Care is kicking off week two of Medicaid Awareness Month. Medicaid provides high-quality care to 79 million Americans, but too many families remain locked out of this essential coverage because Republican officials in 12 states
Senate Leadership Fund: Mandela Barnes trashed rural voters; now he wants their vote?
WASHINGTON, DC – Mandela Barnes is kicking off a tour of rural Wisconsin counties, saying: “We just can’t assume that people in rural communities won’t show up to vote for us. We have to have a presence.” That’s interesting, because Barnes
NRSC: Wisconsin Public Radio, new republican initiative seeks to make inroads with Latino voters in Wisconsin
Washington, D.C. – Last week, the NRSC and the Republican Party of Wisconsin announced “Operación ¡Vamos!,” an investment in Hispanic field and communications programming that will enable the NRSC and WISGOP to share the Republican message with voters in Wisconsin for
American Bridge: “Sure!” Ron Johnson admits he benefited from GOP tax law changes he pushed
Wisconsin U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson is coming clean to finally admit that his company benefited from 2017 GOP tax law changes that he aggressively pushed. In Friday remarks first reported by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Monday, Johnson said, “Did my business benefit [under the
Orden Campaign: Biden and Pelosi’s inflation crisis reaches 40 year high
PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, WI – Inflation has reached a 40 year high, rising 8.5% over last year. Americans are calling for action from a Biden-led White House and Pelosi-led Congress that have passed the buck for months, claiming inflation was
Protect Our Care: Millions of families, including 29,000 Wisconsinites, could pay thousands more for their health care if American Rescue Plan tax credits expire
WISCONSIN — A new report from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and Urban Institute shows that more than three million people – including 29,000 Wisconsinites would lose their coverage if Congress fails to make the American Rescue Plan’s enhanced premium
Wisconsin 4-H Foundation: Celebrates the Arts Contest Culminates in a virtual auction
The Wisconsin 4-H Foundation kicks of a week-long celebration of the arts with an online auction April 20th through April 26th. The online auction will feature the winning entries from the statewide 4-H art contest held last fall and more. Art
Rep. Vos: Statement on Rep. Horlacher’s departure
Madison… Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) released the following statement regarding the announcement that Representative Cody Horlacher (R- Mukwonago) will not seek re-election to the State Assembly. “I would like to thank Rep. Horlacher for eight years of service to the people of
Dept. of Health Services: Hosts event to share findings of innovative local pilot programs addressing the social and emotional needs of children
Today, 15 local Birth to 3 Program grantees gathered virtually to talk about what they learned over the past 18 months as they piloted innovative efforts to help the social and emotional development of children enrolled in their programs. This
Wisconsin Voters: Participate in nationwide celebration publicly thanking election workers
WISCONSIN – On Tuesday, April 12, Wisconsin organizations and voters will host 10 “Thank Election Hero” events statewide, part of nationwide efforts with more than 50 events around the country. Voters will thank election officials for their tireless work running
Sen. Ballweg: Announces spring listening sessions
Madison… State Senator Joan Ballweg (R-Markesan) has announced her spring listening sessions which will be held throughout the 14th Senate District. Everyone is welcome to attend and share their thoughts on this past legislative session, state budget and other state-related issues. Wednesday,
Dept. of Natural Resources: Keep An eye out for bats this spring
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsinites that they may encounter bats coming out of hibernation in spring. If a bat is found outside, the best thing to do in most situations is to leave it
Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin: Hosts Wisconsin Crime Victims’ Rights conference with Wisconsin Dept. of Justice
MADISON – Marsy’s Law for Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Department of Justice will be holding their inaugural Crime Victims Right Virtual Conference Wednesday, April 13 and Thursday, April 14. The free, two-day conference is a call to action in understanding, enforcing, and
Dept. of Transportation: DMV investigations recovered over $1 million for consumers last year
Wisconsin Department of Transportation’s (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Dealer and Agent Section announces its Field Investigation Unit recouped nearly $1,180,000 for consumers in 2021 in the way of refunds, repairs and services following DMV investigations. This specialized unit
ThedaCare: Supports National Healthcare Decisions Day
NEENAH, Wis. – April is nationally recognized as National Healthcare Decisions month, and provides an opportunity to educate community members and health care teams about the importance of advance care planning. In addition to the month of recognition, National Healthcare