Dept. of Natural Resources: To co-sponsor Waterfowl Hunters Expo Aug. 28
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will co-sponsor the third annual Waterfowl Hunters Expo, a one-day celebration of everything waterfowl, on Aug. 26 at the Sunny View Expo Center in Oshkosh. This outdoor, family- and dog-friendly Expo
Wisconsin State Senate Democratic Committee: Trump won’t be in Wisconsin tomorrow, but that won’t stop Senator Dan Knodl from doing his bidding in Madison
MADISON, WI – In response to to Senator Dan Knodl’s announcement of a hearing to re-litigate the 2020 election, Senate Democratic Leader Melissa Agard released the following statement: “Donald Trump may not be with us in Wisconsin tomorrow, but it’s
U.S. Rep. Steil: Seeks nominations for Wisconsin’s First Congressional District 2023 Veteran of the Year Award
JANESVILLE, WI – Congressman Bryan Steil announced he is seeking nominations for Wisconsin’s First Congressional District’s 2023 Veteran of the Year Award. The Veteran of the Year Award is an opportunity to recognize a veteran’s exceptional service and contributions in the
Sen. Wimberger, Rep. Wittke: JLAC to hear from DHS on missing $43 million, misadministration of federal funds
MADISON – The co-chairs of the Joint Legislative Audit Committee (JLAC) Senator Wimberger (R-Green Bay) and Representative Wittke (R-Racine) released the following statement prior to today’s Joint Legislative Audit Committee hearing: “We’re seeing a trend of departments failing to provide
Dept. of Military Affairs: Beyond disaster response: Planning for the future through mitigation
In early April of this year, the Mississippi River began rising after a deep snowpack across its headwaters rapidly melted. According to the National Weather Service, areas along the northern tributaries of the river went from more than 20-inches of
U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Statement
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Rep. Derrick Van Orden (WI-3) released the following statement: “It is with the most profound sense of grief and joy that Sara Jane and I announce the passing of our oldest daughter, Sydney Marie (Van Orden) Martenis
Baldwin Campaign: Tammy Tuesdays: August 22, 2023
Hi folks! Welcome back to Tammy Tuesdays, our weekly update email on Tammy’s work and the big fights she’s taking on for Wisconsin families. Tammy knows that there’s more that unites us than divides us. She understands that Wisconsin’s working
Sen. Larson: Republican wrecking crew
Madison, WI – It’s been said that Wisconsin has two seasons: winter and construction. Sadly, our revered UW System appears to be in the midst of a third, most unwelcome season – one of deconstruction. While you may not see any
Biden-Harris Campaign: Launches new Wisconsin ad ahead of RNC debate
Today, Biden-Harris 2024 is announcing its first state-specific ad in Wisconsin ahead of the first Republican debate. As Republicans head to the debate stage to spotlight their out of touch and extreme views, President Biden’s reelection campaign is focused on
Gov. Evers: Orders flags to half-staff in honor of Army Corporal Donald L. DuPont who lost his life in the Korean War
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #210 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Wed., Aug. 23, 2023, in honor of U.S. Army Corporal Donald L. DuPont,
Dept. of Transportation: Public meeting for the WIS 73 project in Dane County
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is conducting a public involvement meeting to discuss improvements on WIS 73 from WIS 19 to Village of Marshall north limits in Marshall, Dane County. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, August 29, 2023,
Dept. of Military Affairs: Wisconsin Guard combat ability on display at EAA AirVenture
OSHKOSH, Wis. — Visitors and enthusiasts at the Experimental Aircraft Association’s (EAA) annual AirVenture last month were able to witness elements of the Wisconsin National Guard flex their muscle during a capabilities demonstration, complete with narration and pyrotechnics. Aircraft including
U.S. Dept. of Agriculture NASS: Wisconsin ag news-crop progress and condition
Marquette University: Receives $1 million gift from Slaggie Family Foundation for reimagined Wellness + Recreation facility
MILWAUKEE — Marquette University President Michael R. Lovell announced today that the Slaggie Family Foundation has committed a $1 million gift to continue fundraising momentum for a reimagined Wellness + Recreation facility on campus. Construction on the transformational facility is underway as university
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Calls on President Biden to replace Blatnik Bridge in Superior
WISCONSIN – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) called on President Biden to rebuild the Blatnik Bridge and announced her support for Wisconsin and Minnesota’s application for Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding for the project. Senator Baldwin has been working to secure funding to rebuild
U.S. Rep. Moore: Statement on weekend violence in Milwaukee
“This weekend’s incidents of gun violence in Milwaukee, resulting in three more tragic deaths and twenty more injuries, has again left our community heartbroken and anguished. Among the victims, I am deeply saddened that this weekend marks the seventeenth child
St. Norbert College: To hold annual college community celebration including music, fireworks
De Pere, Wis.: St. Norbert College will kick off the new school year on Sunday, Aug. 27, with a number of activities that will offer the whole college community an opportunity to come together to celebrate the start of a
Dept. of Military Affairs: Head back to school safely with tips from ReadyWisconsin
MADISON, Wis. – Students across the state will be heading back to class in the coming weeks, and ReadyWisconsin is encouraging parents to make sure safety is part of their back-to-school planning. “Kids spend a lot of time away from
U.S. Dept. of Agriculture: Announces $28 million to connect people in Southwest Wisconsin to high-speed internet
STEVENS POINT, Wis., Aug. 21, 2023 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Wisconsin State Director Julie Lassa today announced a $28 million ReConnect Loan to Reedsburg Utility Commission to provide reliable, affordable high-speed internet to nearly 10,000 people in Southwest Wisconsin.