Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Announces 2025 Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin grant recipients
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) announced six Wisconsin companies will receive Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin (BLBW) Grants to help grow the local food economy. BLBW is a competitive grant program designed to
USDA Rural Development: Invests nearly $15.5 million to help Westby Cooperative Creamery expand
Stevens Point, Wis., Dec. 2, 2025 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Wisconsin State Director Andrew C. Iverson announced today that farmer-owned Westby Cooperative Creamery, the only cottage cheese manufacturer in Wisconsin, will expand and modernize its manufacturing facility
UW-Green Bay: IGNITE Your Energy: Celebrate 2026 Registration Now Open!
Green Bay, Wis.— We all know how important it is to protect our precious time. But what about our energy in a world that seems always ready to drain and burn us out? Celebrate 2026: Ignite Your Energy is a chance to recharge,
Tiffany campaign: Tiffany releases statement on far-left extremist Mandela Barnes joining governor’s race
WAUSAU, WI – Tom Tiffany, candidate for governor of Wisconsin, released the following statement after Mandela Barnes announced that he is entering the race for governor. “Mandela Barnes is a dangerous far-left extremist who wants to defund the police, end cash bail,
Barnes campaign: Launches campaign for governor of Wisconsin
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECONTACT: press@mandelabarnes.com In Launch Video, Barnes Calls to Reject the Washington Way and Pledges to Stand Up to Trump and Make Life More Affordable the “Wisconsin Way” Announces Statewide “Wisconsin Way” Tour to Discuss How High Costs Are Impacting
Committee to Protect Health Care: Abortion providers & physicians in TX, WI, OH, MD sound the alarm on the harms Texas’ new medication abortion ban will have on patient care
VIRTUAL – Ahead of Texas’ House Bill 7 taking effect this Thursday, December 4, abortion providers and physicians in Texas, Wisconsin, Maryland and Ohio held a press call to sound the alarm on the harmful impact this law will have on patient access
Wisconsin Public Radio: Larry Meiller announces retirement after 58 years
Legacy will continue with ongoing mid-day call-in show MADISON, Wis. (Dec. 1) – A fixture of Wisconsin radio for nearly six decades, Larry Meiller has announced that he will retire from his Wisconsin Public Radio (WPR) program at the end
State Senate Democratic Committee: In the news: Senate Democrats respond to absurd attacks on medication abortion
MADISON, WI – Reporting prior to the Thanksgiving holiday from Fox 11 WLUK and 27 WKOW highlighted Senate Democrats’ continued efforts to fight back against Wisconsin Republicans’ attempts to restrict women’s right to access safe and effective medical treatment. Sen. Andre Jacque (R-De Pere) proposed
Wisconsin Elections Commission: Approves Madison’s order modification
MADISON — The Wisconsin Elections Commission voted unanimously (6-0) on Monday to modify a recent order directing the City of Madison to print poll books closer to Election Day. It comes after the City of Madison Clerk’s Office agreed to
Dept. of Public Instruction: Report shows full participation, strong commitment by schools during first year of early literacy requirements
Report submitted to legislature last week MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction last week released a report on early literacy assessment data, as required under 2023 Wisconsin Act 20, highlighting the strong commitment among schools and districts statewide in implementing the new
UW-Madison, Physicians for Social Responsibility Wisconsin: Host event on biodiversity loss and human health
April 4th Event Connects Global Biodiversity Loss to Human Health and Wisconsin-Based Solutions Madison, WI — April 4, 2025. The UW Madison Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies and Physicians for Social Responsibility Wisconsin (PSR WI) will co-host Remembrance of Lost Species, a
UW-Stout: Alumni, friends, supporters can make an impact during Giving Day, Dec. 2
Matching gifts are opportunity to double support for university community Menomonie, Wis. – To continue the tradition of the National Day of Giving on Tuesday, Dec. 2, University of Wisconsin-Stout will host its seventh annual Giving Day campaign to support
Dept. of Natural Resources: Merch makes holiday shopping easy
Sales Support Statewide Natural Resources Education And Outreach MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages Wisconsinites to check out its online merchandise store for their holiday gift needs. Products feature a variety of items celebrating the state’s fish, wildlife, plants, public lands and
U.S. Dept. of Agriculture Rural Development: Invests additional $703,000 to update Burnett Township wastewater facility
Stevens Point, Wis., Dec.1, 2025 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development (RD) State Director Andrew C. Iverson announced today that the Burnett Sanitary District #1 will use a USDA RD grant of $703,000 to install a new lift station
Gov. Evers: Celebrates “Shop Small Wisconsin,” encourages Wisconsinites to shop local this holiday season
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers this week is kicking off the holiday season, celebrating “Shop Small Wisconsin Season” and encouraging Wisconsinites to shop at Wisconsin’s many local small businesses during the holidays. For the fifth consecutive year, Gov. Evers has proclaimed the weeks
Varnam campaign: Congressman Derrick Van Orden endorses former Lancaster Mayor David Varnam for Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin
Lancaster, WI (December 1, 2025) – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) formally endorsed David Varnam for Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin. “From skyrocketing costs to failing to protect our children in classrooms, the legacy Sara Rodriguez leaves behind is damning. David
Dept. of Natural Resources: Invasive Species Council announces nomination period for 22nd annual Invasive Species Action Awards
Individuals And Groups Honored For Work On Managing Invasive Species MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the Wisconsin Invasive Species Council is accepting nominations for the 22nd annual Invasive Species Action Awards now through Feb. 15,
Rep. Penterman: Governor Evers does the wrong thing and spreads misinformation
MADISON, WI – Today, State Representative William Penterman is calling on Governor Tony Evers to correct the record after misleading Wisconsin families about gas prices. In a social media post yesterday, Governor Evers falsely claimed that gas prices are rising, even as recent reports show they
Jones campaign: Six Dane County Circuit Court Judges endorse Judge Ben Jones for Dane County Circuit Court, Branch 1
MADISON—Today, as signature gathering opens for nomination papers so candidates can be placed on the spring ballot, six Dane County Circuit Court Judges have stepped forward to announce their support for Judge Ben Jones to continue serving in Branch 1.
Dept. of Transportation, Wisconsin County Highway Association: Recognize snowplow drivers on Snowplow Driver Appreciation Day
Governor Tony Evers proclaimed today (Dec. 1) as Snowplow Driver Appreciation Day in Wisconsin to celebrate the men and women who brave winter’s worst to keep Wisconsin’s roads safe and passable. Together with the Wisconsin County Highway Association (WCHA), the