Dept. of Natural Resources: Think smart before you start your boats and ATVs
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds everyone to enjoy their recreational vehicles safely and sober at all times. So far this year, there have been nine boating fatalities, five of which happened in July. There have also
Neville Public Museum: Down By The Shore exhibition opens Saturday!
Green Bay, WI—August 4, 2023— From personal reflections and observations to memories of special times spent Down By The Shore, these 23 fiber art pieces from 17 regional artists showcase a wide, rich variety of subjects and personal interpretation of the
Sen. LeMahieu: Supreme Court’s pick for Director of State Courts shows flagrant disregard for the Constitution
Madison- Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu (R-Oostburg) issued the following statement in response to the new liberal majority’s unconstitutional appointment: “On only their 3rd day, the liberal majority on the Wisconsin Supreme Court has telegraphed their intention to disregard the Constitution they’ve
Opportunity Wisconsin: Rep. Steil begins August recess by running away from his record on Social Security and Medicare
KENOSHA, Wis. – With the August congressional recess underway, Rep. Bryan Steil must know that his record on Medicare and Social Security is deeply unpopular – because he’s doing everything he can to hide it. Holding listening sessions in Kenosha
UW Health Kids: Hosts free sports physical exams for uninsured student-athletes
MADISON, Wis. – Next week UW Health Kids will provide a free sports physical clinic for uninsured high school athletes. The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association requires athletes to have completed a pre-participation physical exam before the first day of sports
Public Education Network: Public school advocates to gather in South Milwaukee Thursday, August 10 for 9th Annual Summer Summit
On Thursday, August 10, a nonpartisan coalition of public education advocates from across Wisconsin will gather at South Milwaukee High School for the 9th Annual Wisconsin Public Education Network Summer Summit. This one-of-a-kind event brings everyone together, from administrators and board members
Milwaukee Bar Association Release: WI Supreme Court DEI legal education decision
MILWAUKEE, WIS., August 4, 2023 – The Milwaukee Bar Association is disappointed in the Wisconsin Supreme Court’s decision to deny Petition 22-01 (In the Matter of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Access Training for Continuing Legal Education Credits) without a hearing.
Oiñ Productions: Summer of Love and Community Connection, Saturdays August 5 and August 26, 2023
The community is invited to attend “Summer of Love and Community Connection” on Saturdays, August 5, 10am – 2pm at Warner Park and August 26, 10am – 2pm at Penn Park. Summer of Love and Community Connection offers arts and
Weekly GOP radio address: Rep. Magnafici on significance of Wisconsin tourism
https://www.wispolitics.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/230802gopaddress.mp3 MADISON – Representative Magnafici (R – Dress) released the weekly radio address on behalf of Wisconsin Legislative Republicans. Renowned for spectacular landscapes, rich history, and a cordial community, Wisconsin stands as a premiere destination for globetrotters. But tourism here
Weekly Dem radio address: Gov. Evers kicks off the 172nd Wisconsin State Fair
https://www.wispolitics.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/230804demaddress.mp3 MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today delivered the Democratic Radio Address kicking off the first day of the 172nd Wisconsin State Fair. Hey there, folks. Governor Tony Evers here. Today, I’m jazzed to help kick off the first day of the 2023 Wisconsin
US Department of Labor: Sues Wisconsin-based third-party claims administrator for denying medical claims for thousands of participants
Investigation finds UMR Inc. violates ACA, ERISA MADISON, WI – The U.S. Department of Labor has filed suit against the nation’s largest third-party medical claims administrator for routinely denying healthcare claims for emergency room services and urinary drug screening for at
Honest Open Transparent Govenrment Wisconsin: Get Ready, ’cause here we come
A Better Wisconsin Together: Vice President Harris visits Wisconsin to celebrate investments in high-speed internet access
MADISON, Wis. — Vice President Kamala Harris spent time in Wisconsin today to shed light on the Biden-Harris Administration’s more than $1 billion investment in high speed, affordable internet for Wisconsinites. The Wisconsin-specific investment was made possible by the Bipartisan Infrastructure
Marquette University: Awarded second $3.8 million Department of Defense grant for ‘In Defense of Water’ project
MILWAUKEE — Marquette University has received a second two-year, $3.8 million U.S. Department of Defense grant for an ongoing interdisciplinary program titled “In Defense of Water” to develop novel, sustainable technologies to protect human health and the environment, treat sewage,
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Buy America provisions in infrastructure law deliver 200 new jobs in Kenosha County
PLEASANT PRAIRIE, WI – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined Vice President Kamala Harris and U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo at Sanmina in Kenosha County to celebrate Nokia bringing up to 200 manufacturing jobs to Wisconsin to produce
Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation: Revised wolf plan fails farmers
MADISON — Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation, Wisconsin Cattlemen’s Association and Wisconsin Corn Growers Association are disappointed with the revised 2023 Wolf Management Plan released by the Department of Natural Resources on August 1. The plan is slated to go to
Rep. Palmeri: Statement on UW-Oshkosh $18 million deficit
OSHKOSH, Wis. – Today, the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh announced their plans to adjust workforce to make up an $18 million dollar shortfall. This will include continued early retirement options, intermittent furloughs this fall, followed by a few hundred layoffs of
Sen. Roys: Condemns Republican priorities that have led to UW-Oshkosh cuts
MADISON — Today, UW-Oshkosh indicated it would have to lay off or furlough 200 non-faculty staff members on campus due to Republicans cutting $32 million from the state budget. In response, Sen. Roys issued the following statement: “The UW System
Rep. Emerson: Statement on UW-Oshkosh budget deficit, and furloughs
MADISON – Today, the University of Wisconsin System announced that due to a massive deficit at UW-Oshkosh, they will employ numerous measures to cut back on costs. These measures including periodic furloughs for the 23-24 academic year, incoming layoffs, potential changes
Door County Land Trust: Iconic artists’ works up for bid at Land Trust annual gathering auction
Sturgeon Bay, WI—Nature as represented by many iconic Door County fine artists will be up for bid at the Door County Land Trust’s (DCLT) Annual Gathering silent auction to be held at the Belgian Heritage Center in Namur on Friday,