Gov. Evers: New Study: Over 90 percent of Wisconsinites think access to affordable, high-quality child care is a problem, majority support state investment to fix it

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF), announced today that a new WisconSays Survey found that 90 percent of Wisconsinites, including those without kids, say finding affordable, high-quality child care in Wisconsin is a problem, and over three-quarter… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a

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UW-Whitewater: Continues support of workforce needs

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater has been awarded funds for the development of three microcredentials designed to meet regional workforce needs.  The grants provided by the Higher Education Regional Alliance (HERA) are part of the organization’s Microcredential Project, which targets individuals seeking employment

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Sen. Smith: Statement regarding bizarre republican games

MADISON – Today, Senator Jeff Smith (D-Brunswick) offered 12 friendly amendments to fix unfunded bills offered by Republicans. All 12 amendments were rejected by Senate Republicans and the bills were passed without funding. Senator Smith offered the following statement:  “It’s

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Sen. Jacque: Honors Wisconsin author Jerry Apps

MADISON… The Wisconsin State Senate today passed a Resolution honoring Ellison Bay’s Jerry Apps, a prolific author of more than fifty books that have preserved the stories of country life in the Badger State.  “Thousands of people over three generations have learned about

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Sen. Jacque: Honors architect of Packer dynasty

MADISON… The Wisconsin State Senate today passed a Resolution calling for the Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrinement of Jack Vainisi, a revolutionary scout and strategist for the Green Bay Packers who was the architect of the Lombardi Era Green Bay

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Sen. Jacque: Celebrates America’s dairyland

MADISON… The Wisconsin State Senate today passed a Resolution proclaiming June Dairy Month, recognizing the vital role dairy plays in our Wisconsin economy, as well as our state’s heritage, culture, and values. “Since 1937, June Dairy Month has served as an

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