WMC: Launches nominations for Business Friend of the Environment Awards program
MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association – opened nominations for its annual Wisconsin Business Friend of the Environment Awards Program. The program, sponsored by WM, seeks to demonstrate to state policymakers and
Dept. of Transportation: Wisconsin DMV makes selecting, ordering special license plates fast and convenient
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) now has an easy online process to find the ideal special license plate, personalize the plate’s message and order online with DMV’s new special license plates web application. “This
Dept. of Public Instruction: After feds cut Green Ribbon Schools, Wisconsin launches own award to honor sustainability leaders
Two schools recognized for outstanding environmental stewardship MADISON — Following the elimination of the U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools program, Wisconsin has launched its own initiative through Green & Healthy Schools Wisconsin to spotlight schools leading the way in environmental
UW Health: Mail order pharmacy adds innovative, paper-free option for prescription information
MADISON, Wis. – UW Health recently rolled out a new option through its Specialty Mail Order Pharmacy to reduce the amount of paper that comes with prescriptions. Instead of the traditional stack of papers patients receive that explain how to
Madison College: Dr. Jennifer Berne named next President
Madison College’s District Board of Trustees has selected Dr. Jennifer Berne as the college’s next president, concluding an extensive national search. Berne will assume the role on July 1. She brings more than 30 years of experience in higher education
Gov. Evers: Trillion tree pledge update: Gov. Evers, DNR announce more than 10 million trees planted in 2024
Wisconsin has planted more than 42 million trees since 2021, bringing the state more than 40 percent toward its goal of planting 100 million trees by the end of 2030 MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department
La Crosse GOP: Statement on upcoming protests
La Crosse— April 21, 2025 — After hearing about upcoming protests being planned by local Democrat-supporting organizations, the La Crosse County Republican Party released the following statement: “Republicans like President Trump, Senator Ron Johnson, and Congressman Derrick Van Orden are
U.S. Dept. of Agriculture: Forest Service Chief Schultz announces acting regional forester for the Eastern Region
MILWAUKEE, WI (April 21, 2025) — USDA Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz today announced Gordie Blum will serve as acting regional forester for the Eastern Region, effective May 1, 2025. Blum will temporarily succeed Regional Forester Tony Dixon as he reaches his planned
Opportunity Wisconsin: Former Social Security Commissioner Martin O’Malley joins “Citizens’ town hall” in Racine as Republicans continue to push devastating cuts to Social Security, Medicaid, and SNAP just to fund more tax breaks for billionaires
RACINE, Wis. – Thursday, April 24th, former Maryland Governor and Social Security Administration Commissioner Martin O’Malley will join the “Citizens’ Town Hall” in Racine to answer questions about proposed Republican-backed cuts to Medicaid, how Elon Musk’s DOGE is threatening Social
U.S. Dept. of Agriculture: Wisconsin crop progress and condition
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Sen. Carpenter: Condemning RFK’s dehumanizing comments against people with autism
(MADISON)—Today, Senator Tim Carpenter (D-Milwaukee) issued the following statement in response to the insulting commentary made last week by DHHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. about people with autism: “On Wednesday of last week, U.S. Department of Health and Human
Gov. Evers: Orders flags to half-staff in remembrance of His Holiness Pope Francis
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #257 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff in remembrance of His Holiness Pope Francis, who passed away on Mon., April 21, 2025, at
Dept. of Health Services: Wisconsin underage tobacco and vape sales decreased in 2024
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) reports a decrease in the rate at which tobacco and vape retailers sold to underage consumers last year, with annual data showing a decline from 13.6% in 2023 to 11.8% in 2024. These
Gov. Evers, Dept. of Financial Institutions: Highlight new promotion with Edvest 529 for Wisconsinites to start saving for their future education during 2025 NFL Draft
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI), today highlighted a new promotion from Edvest 529, Wisconsin’s direct-sold college savings plan, to help families save for their kids’ future education. In celebration of the 2025 NFL Draft being held in Wisconsin this week,
Rep. Allen: Legislators release bill ending holdover appointments at state level
Madison, WI – Today, Sens. Julian Bradley (R-New Berlin), Romaine Quinn (R-Birchwood) and Reps. Scott Allen (R-Waukesha) and Dave Maxey (R-New Berlin) released a bill ending holdover appointments at the state level. LRB-0302/1 addresses a gap highlighted by the Wisconsin
Dept. of Workforce Development: Seeks Wisconsin employers who go above and beyond for veterans
MADISON – The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) is seeking Wisconsin employers who hire and retain veterans for the Vets Ready Employer Initiative. This designation recognizes organizations that go above and beyond for the veteran workforce. Vets Ready honors organizations
Remiker campaign: Senate and Assembly Democratic leaders endorse Devin Remiker for WisDems chair
REEDSBURG, Wis. – Following his announcement last week that he is running for chair of the Wisconsin Democratic Party, Devin Remiker today announced the endorsements of Senate and Assembly Democratic Leaders Dianne Hesselbein and Greta Neubauer. “With so much at
Libertarian Party of Southeast Wisconsin: Supports DOGE
Kenosha, WI, April 21, 2025 – The Libertarian Party of Southeast Wisconsin supports the efforts of Elon Musk and others assisting the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency in its efforts to weed out waste in the federal government. Clearly,
Common Cause: Statement to the Joint Committee for Review of Administration Rules regarding Wisconsin Election Commission Rule on Election Observers, CR 24-032
TO: Members of the Joint Committee for Review of Administrative Rules FROM: Jay Heck, Executive Director of Common Cause in Wisconsin DATE: April 21, 2025 RE: Statement from Common Cause Wisconsin on Wisconsin Election Commission Rule on Election Observers, CR
Dept. of Trade, Agriculture and Consumer Protection: Transportation Scammers May Target Attendees of the 2025 Draft in Green Bay
MADISON, Wis. – Hundreds of thousands of football fans are expected to attend the 2025 Draft in Green Bay from April 24 to April 26. With that many visitors in town, scammers may try to take advantage of the fast-paced