Platform Communications: Announces new CEO, additional staff updates
Founder Keith Gilkes to remain on as Executive Chairman, long-time President Brian Reisinger to take over as CEO along with other staff upgrades CONTACT: media@platform-communications.com (Madison, Wis.) — Platform Communications announced today that Brian Reisinger will be promoted to Chief Executive Officer
U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Van Orden and Reschenthaler introduce legislation to mandate milk options in military installation dining facilities
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Navy veterans Congressmen Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) and Chief Deputy Whip Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) introduced the Strengthening Our Servicemembers with Milk Act. This bill directs the U.S. Secretary of Defense to provide fluid or powdered milk to
UW–Madison: Enrolls freshman class of 8,516, drawn from record number of applicants
MADISON — The University of Wisconsin–Madison remains a top destination for talented students from the state, the nation and the world, with a record-setting 65,933 applicants for this year’s fall freshman class. The university enrolled 8,516 freshmen, its second-largest freshman
Gov. Evers and Dept. of Administration: Announce native shoreline planting completed at the executive residence
MADISON—Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA),in honor of Coastal Awareness Month, today announced the Wisconsin Executive Residence has completed the final phase of a project to restore the property’s natural shoreline along Lake Mendota by planting native flowers, grasses, shrubs, and … Please log in to access subscriber content. If you
UW-Madison: Partnership accelerates transition of technologies from lab to market
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Universities of Wisconsin: Announce University Staff Excellence Awards for 2024
MADISON, Wis.—The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents today announced the recipients of the University Staff Excellence Awards. These awards recognize exceptional service to the university and are the UWs highest recognition bestowed on members of its university staff. The
WisDems: Chair Ben Wikler responds to news of Hovde’s bank flying $26M over US-Mexico border from bank with ties to Mexican Cartel
MADISON, Wis. — Today, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler responded to the shocking news that Banco Azteca, a Mexican bank long reported to be used by drug cartels and cut off by other US banks for that reason, flew $26 million of cash
Harris campaign: Vice President rallies more than 10,500 Wisconsinites in Madison
On Friday, Vice President Kamala Harris rallied a roaring crowd of over 10,500 Wisconsinites in Madison, Wisconsin – driving a stark contrast between her new way forward to cut costs, protect our fundamental freedoms, and ensure that Americans not only get
Barca campaign: Launches new ad highlighting public safety record
Today, the Peter Barca for Congress campaign released a new digital ad showcasing Peter’s commitment to supporting law enforcement and keeping communities safe. “Trusted” features local law enforcement leaders who trust Peter to continue fighting for them in Congress, including
Sen. Larson: School officials, and parents speak out on special ed funding gap, rise in referendums across WI
South Milwaukee, WI – On Monday, September 23rd, State Senator Chris Larson joined school officials, parents, and community members at a press event in South Milwaukee to illustrate how insufficient state support for special education is helping fuel a school
Gov. Evers: Celebrates back-to-school season visiting UW campuses across the state
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers last week concluded his back-to-school tour, visiting nine University of Wisconsin (UW) System campuses to celebrate and welcome educators, students, staff, and administrators back to school for the 2024-25 school year, while highlighting his efforts
Dept. of Natural Resources: Don’t miss Wisconsin’s youth deer hunt Oct. 5-6
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages hunting mentors to introduce the rich tradition of deer hunting to the next generation during Wisconsin’s annual youth deer hunt. The youth hunt offers hunters 15 years old and younger
Supreme Court: Ceremony announced to name Wisconsin State Law Library in honor of Lavinia Goodell
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League of Women Voters: Reproductive healthcare topic for Oct. 7 webinar
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WisDems: Sarah Keyeski runs to be a voice for rural Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. — Last week, UpNorthNews published a look into State Senate Democratic candidate Sarah Keyeski’s campaign to represent the 14th Senate District. Unlike Republican politician Joan Ballweg, Sarah Keyeski will stand up for working families and their unions, protect public schools, and fight
Dept. of Natural Resources: Source local firewood this fall
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges Wisconsinites and state visitors to think twice before giving invasive species or harmful hitchhikers a ride in their firewood this fall. Ahead of National Firewood Awareness Month in October, help
Cooke campaign: New ad: Rebecca Cooke draws contrast with extremist politicians
EAU CLAIRE, Wisc. — Today, Rebecca Cooke for Congress released “Too Far,” the campaign’s first advertisement in the general election for Wisconsin’s Congressional Third District. The 30-second spot draws a contrast with politicians who are “too far left or too right,”
DNC: As states begin mailing absentee ballots, DNC and Democrats Abroad urge Americans living overseas to make their voices heard
As Americans living abroad begin to request their ballots, the DNC and Dems Abroad are ensuring that eligible American voters living in foreign countries have all the information they need to receive and fill out their ballots in the most
Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty: Federal judge rules against $37 billion Biden-Harris Affirmative Action Infrastructure Program
WILL secures major victory against the nationwide Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program, which sets aside construction contracts for certain minority groups The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) secured a major legal victory against the Biden-Harris Administration, as a
Gov. Evers: Seeks applicants for Clark County Sheriff
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for Clark County Sheriff. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Sheriff Scott Haines’ retirement, effective Dec. 31, 2024. The new sheriff will serve for the