Wisconsin Emergency Management: Task Force 1 assists in search efforts in North Carolina
MADISON, Wis. — Members of Wisconsin’s Urban Search and Rescue Task Force, known as Wisconsin Task Force 1 (WI-TF1) are currently in North Carolina assisting in response and recovery efforts due to flooding left by Hurricane Helene. “Wisconsin Task Force
Rep. Kitchens: Awarded Key to Hospitality Award
Madison — One of Wisconsin’s largest tourism organizations is thanking one of their strongest voices in Madison. On Monday, Representative Joel Kitchens was awarded the “Key to Hospitality Award” from the Wisconsin Hotel and Lodging Association (WHLA) as a part
WisDems: ICYMI — A chance to break the GOP’s iron grip in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. — Today, the Washington Post’s Karen Tumulty highlighted the opportunity in Wisconsin this November not only to deliver the White House for Vice President Harris and Governor Walz, but to bring democracy back to the Badger State and finally break the GOP’s
Bird campaign: Announces endorsement of Gov. Tony Evers
Hales Corners, Wis – LuAnn Bird, candidate for Wisconsin State Assembly District 61, announced the endorsement of Governor Tony Evers. Governor Evers and LuAnn Bird provided the following statements: “I’ve known LuAnn Bird for years, and she does not sit back when
Marquette University: Graduate School of Management partners with Near West Side Partners, Menomonee Valley Partners for tuition savings
MILWAUKEE — Marquette University Graduate School of Management has introduced a Tuition Savings Program to support neighboring organizations Near West Side Partners and Menomonee Valley Partners by extending a $200-per-credit scholarship to employees of organizations within the NWSP and MVP
U.S. Justice Department: Secures agreement with Wisconsin Department of Corrections to improve communication access for incarcerated people who are deaf or hard of hearing
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League of Women Voters: Presents “Impacts of Abortion Restrictions” forum Oct. 2
Milwaukee – The League of Women Voters of Milwaukee County presents a public forum titled “Dire Consequences: Impacts of Abortion Restrictions / A focus on Wisconsin” on Oct. 2, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. The forum will be held at NŌ STUDIOS ,
USDA NASS: Wisconsin Ag News – Crop progress & condition 9-30-2024
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UW-Milwaukee: McAndrew named Joint Professor of Nursing Research for Froedtert Hospital and School of Nursing
MILWAUKEE—UWM’s School of Nursing and Froedtert Hospital are pleased to announce that Natalie McAndrew has been named to the newly created position of Froedtert Hospital Joint Research Professorship. McAndrew will leverage her expertise to advance nursing science and practice to
Sen. Ballweg: Receives national award from Reach Out and Read
Madison…Reach Out and Read, a national nonprofit, named Senator Ballweg to its inaugural Honor Roll Class for her efforts championing Reach Out and Read’s mission to strengthen family bonds and improve early literacy. Senator Ballweg was one of six public
Agard campaign: Endorsed by Congressman Mark Pocan
MADISON – Today, Congressman Mark Pocan joined Senator Melissa Agard at a press conference announcing his endorsement of her campaign for Dane County Executive. Agard released the following statement: “It is a real thrill to have the endorsement of Congressman
U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Discusses threats against President Trump on Fox Business
PRARIE DU CHIEN, Wisc. – In case you missed it, Congressman Derrick Van Orden joined Sean Duffy and Mary Dagen McDowell on Friday to discuss the efforts to protect President Trump ahead of his trip to Prairie du Chien on Saturday.
UW-Madison: Phil Asbury named executive director of student financial aid
MADISON – Phil Asbury has been named the executive director of the Office of Student Financial Aid at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and will begin his new role on Dec. 1. Asbury most recently served as the university director of
U.S. Sen. Johnson: The Washington Reporter: Make America Healthy Again
WASHINGTON – On Monday, The Washington Reporter published an op-ed written by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) where he explained the corruption and capture of government agencies, the media, medical journals, and the medical establishment by large corporate interests, and how this affects
Harris campaign: New report: Over 2 million Wisconsinites with preexisting conditions could be denied coverage or charged more under Trump’s ‘Concept’ of a health care plan
Today, the Harris-Walz campaign released a new report that publicly unveils the “concept of a plan” that Trump and Vance are running on, in full, for the first time and its impact on Wisconsinites’ health care. The report outlines how many Wisconsinites
Dept. of Administration: Registration now open for the 2024 Wisconsin Governor’s Cybersecurity Summit in Appleton
Appleton, Wis. – Registration is now open for the 2024 Wisconsin Governor’s Cybersecurity Summit, taking place October 28-30, 2024, at the Fox Cities Exhibition Center in Appleton, Wisconsin. This annual summit unites national cybersecurity experts and leaders from government, academia, and business
Dept. of Natural Resources: Wisconsin to experience increasing fire danger this week
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) asks the public to check fire danger before conducting outdoor burning activities. Dry weather, gusty winds and minimal chances of precipitation ahead of a strong cold front are in the forecast for the
UW-Eau Claire: Seeks community research proposals
The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is looking for research project proposals that would benefit the greater Eau Claire community and provide high-impact experiences for Blugold students. UW-Eau Claire’s Community Based Research Program, directed by the new Office of Corporate and Community
Dept. of Military Affairs: Army Guard deploys more than 300 soldiers
VOLK FIELD, Wis. — Gov. Tony Evers and senior Wisconsin National Guard leaders joined families and friends at a formal sendoff ceremony for more than 300 Wisconsin Army National Guard Soldiers Sept. 28 at Volk Field Air National Guard Base.
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Cybersecurity Awareness Month is here! What will you do?
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is partnering with the Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) and Wisconsin Emergency Management (WEM) to highlight October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month in Wisconsin. Together, DATCP, DOA, and