Dept. of Natural Resources: Hunting and trapping forecasts highlight fall expectations
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today released the 2023 fall forecast series detailing the coming seasons’ hunting outlook for a variety of popular game species. These forecasts outline what hunters and trappers across the state can
UW System: Statements on UW-La Crosse Chancellor Joe Gow’s resignation
MADISON, Wis.—University of Wisconsin System Regent President Karen Walsh and University of Wisconsin System President Jay Rothman issued these statements today: UW System Board of Regents President Karen Walsh: “As our longest-tenured chancellor, Joe Gow has left a lasting imprint
Hy-Vee: Pharmacy locations now offering flu shots with no appointment necessary
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (Aug. 30, 2023) —Hy-Vee, Inc. announces today that the flu vaccine is now available inside its more than 275 Hy-Vee Pharmacy locations, with no appointment or prescription necessary throughout the company’s eight-state region. The flu vaccine is
School Choice Wisconsin: New analysis finds choice schools more cost-effective than public school peers
WEST ALLIS — According to new research published today, schools in Wisconsin’s parental choice programs are significantly more cost-effective than their public school peers. The analysis of publicly-available Department of Public Instruction school report cards and state and local funding data found that
UW–Madison: Installs 13 additional Nalox-ZONE boxes ahead of National Overdose Awareness Day
WHAT: August 31 is National Overdose Awareness Day. Naloxone, a lifesaving medication that can rapidly reverse an opioid overdose, can now be found at more locations at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Due to campus-wide interest, the university installed 13 additional
Rep. Pronschinske: Joint effort by Committee on Sporting Heritage to combat deer issues
Madison, WI – Rep. Treig E. Pronschinske released the following statement in anticipation of the joint hearing with the Senate Committee on Financial Institutions and Sporting Heritage that will be taking place on August 31st, 2023 from 1:00 – 4:00 at
AFL–CIO: Labor Day Parade and Fest 2023 in La Crosse
La Crosse, WI — As Coulee Region residents prepare to celebrate Labor Day, the Western Wisconsin AFL-CIO is pleased to announce the continuation of a 132-year tradition, the La Crosse’s Labor Day Parade & Fest, this year held on Monday,
Sen. Wanggaard: Shocking Supreme Court emails reveal Liberal hypocrisy
MADISON – Emails released by Wisconsin Watch, a “nonpartisan, nonprofit investigative news outlet” show the new liberal Supreme Court majority initially refused to share the changes the majority approved with the Chief Justice and abandoning traditional court practice. “These emails
Thompson Center: Announces EV panel: ‘Is Wisconsin plugged in to the EV evolution?’
MADISON— The Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership is pleased to announce an event focusing on Electric Vehicles (EVs) and their impact on Wisconsin. The event is set for Wednesday September 13, 2023, check-in begins at 5 p.m. with
Sen. Johnson: Hosts “Ramiah Project” roundtable exploring commonsense ideas to remove barriers from incarceration to work
MADISON – On Friday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) hosted a roundtable discussion with a group of leaders across the political spectrum to explore commonsense ideas to remove barriers from incarceration to work. The event was inspired by the senator’s relationship
Rep. Brandtjen: Commissioner Ann Jacobs gaslights legislators
Madison – State Representative Janel Brandtjen (R-Menomonee Falls) released the following statement in response to yesterday’s Senate committee hearing concerning the reappointment of Administrator Meagan Wolfe: “Yesterday, Commissioner Ann Jacobs hurled accusations at me, claiming that I tried to buy
Sen. Testin: GOP Radio Address: Getting the job done
Wisconsin is in a competition for workers with forty-nine other states; that’s a competition we can’t afford to lose. Hi, I’m State Senator Patrick Testin from Stevens Point. Labor Day celebrates the dignity in all work; it also reminds us that
WASB: Supports financial transparency for all taxpayer-supported schools
The Wisconsin Association of School Boards has concerns that a proposed school finance dashboard may exclude data on private schools that directly impacts public school district budgets and taxpayers. 2021 Wisconsin Act 89 requires the Department of Public Instruction to create
Dept. of Transportation: Labor Day weekend travel update helps you know before you go
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is reminding drivers during Labor Day weekend to pack some patience, buckle up and slow down on Wisconsin roadways. According to AAA, peak travel times are expected between noon and 8 p.m. Thursday (Aug.
Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comment for environmental review of village of Arlington Safe Drinking Water Loan Program project
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the village of Arlington is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to address deficiencies in its public drinking water system. The project includes
Wisconsin Laborers’ District Council: Endorses Senator Tammy Baldwin for reelection
DeForest, WI –Senator Tammy Baldwin was endorsed for reelection by the Wisconsin Laborers’ District Council while attending a tour of their Apprenticeship and Training Center. “Our union is a jobs club and exists to better the lives of our members
Baldwin Campaign: Wisconsin Laborers’ District Council endorses Tammy Baldwin for U.S. Senate, highlighting wins for Wisconsin workers
MADISON, Wis. — Today, the Wisconsin Laborers’ District Council announced their endorsement for Tammy Baldwin’s U.S. Senate reelection campaign. “Senator Baldwin voted to make historic investments in our state’s infrastructure building our roads, bridges, renewable energy, and high-tech manufacturing projects
Early Detection Saves Lives Coalition: Breast cancer bill moving through Legislature could save millions of lives
[Wausau, Wis.] – WSAW-TV recently highlighted Senate Bill 121, a bipartisan bill aimed at increasing access to life-saving imaging for those with dense breast tissue and those at increased risk of breast cancer. According to the CDC, about 40% of
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Say farewell to summer by grilling locally produced meat
MADISON, Wis. – With August coming to a close, many Wisconsinites look toward Labor Day as the last major weekend of summer. It is a time to get together with family and friends, fire up the grill, and enjoy one