Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Wisconsin advocates for federal funds for state meat inspection
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 9, 2024Contact: Sam GO, Communications Director, (608) 334-0220, sam.go@wisconsin.gov Editor’s note: Photos of the Winter Policy Conference can be found here and here MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) Secretary Randy Romanski attended the 2024
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Don’t hire storm chasers for property damage repairs
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 9, 2024Contact: Caleb Kulich, Public Information Officer, (608) 621-1290, caleb.kulich@wisconsin.gov MADISON, Wis. – Related to yesterday’s uncharacteristically warm February weather, recent storms – including a tornado in southern Wisconsin – have led consumers to seek contractors who can complete
SCWA: Secures major court victory for parents in ‘perfection rule’ case
WEST ALLIS — School Choice Wisconsin Action and its legal ally, the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty (WILL), won a major legal victory Thursday with a judge ruling against the Department of Public Instruction’s “perfection rule” that serves as a major barrier
WisDems: Newly leaked audio, Eric Hovde thinks bipartisan bill to secure the border is ‘crazy ass’ and ‘rotten’
MADISON, Wis. — New reporting from American Journal News revealed how California bank owner Eric Hovde (R–Laguna Beach) opposes the bipartisan bill to secure our border, which included Senator Tammy Baldwin’s “FEND Off Fentanyl” proposal to target the illegal fentanyl supply chain by disrupting and disbanding
Sen. James: Announces $15 million for emergency departments
Madison – Sen. Jesse James (R – Altoona) announced plans Friday morning to reallocate $15 million in previously unused funds to support emergency departments in Chippewa and Eau Claire counties. This move would ensure continued access to essential services in
UW-Eau Claire: To offer new major in professional studies
The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire will offer a bachelor of science in professional studies major starting in fall 2024 to promote bachelor’s degree completion for students who have either earned an associate degree or have significant college credits. The UW
WILL: Secures major victory for parents who want to utilize school choice
The News: The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) just won a major victory in its lawsuit challenging several Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) policies governing applications to participate in a parental choice program. The judge agreed with WILL
PPWI, WFNHP: Statement on election
Milwaukee, Wis. – Ballots from a National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) election were counted on February 8 and the initial tally indicates the majority of employees who voted chose to be represented by the Wisconsin Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals. Joint
Dept. of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection: Nomination period now open for Wisconsin Potato Industry Board election
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 9, 2024Contact: Dan Richter, Public Information Officer, (608) 419-5352, dan.richter@wisconsin.gov MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting nominations through March 29, 2024 for three seats on the Wisconsin Potato Industry Board. Producers
Dept. of Natural Resources: Climbing temps mean more ATV/UTVs on the roads
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) urges users of all recreational vehicles to be mindful of safety in this year’s changing conditions when operating throughout the state. With climbing temperatures across the state, many of Wisconsin’s trails
Marshfield Clinic Health System: Marshfield Medical Center-Eau Claire will more than double labor and delivery capabilities
EAU CLAIRE – Marshfield Clinic Health System is more than doubling its labor and delivery beds at Marshfield Medical Center-Eau Claire to meet the needs of the community in the wake of the recently announced hospital closures. MMC-Eau Claire will
Opportunity Wisconsin: New report details Wisconsinites’ prescription drug savings thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act
MADISON, Wis. – In case you missed it, a new report from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services details how Wisconsinites are already saving money on prescription drug costs thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act. According to the report, nearly
UW Health: Eastpark Medical Center will begin welcoming patients in late October
MADISON, Wis. – Construction work is on schedule at UW Health Eastpark Medical Center with a plan to begin seeing patients on Oct. 28. More than two dozen specialties will open their doors to patients in three phases, with most areas operational by
DLGA: Democratic Lt. Governors across the country lead on key issues in 2024
This month, Democratic Lieutenant Governors held events on issues top of mind to voters across the country, from a roundtable on abortion access in Wisconsin, to a summit on gun violence prevention in Michigan, to tackling food insecurity in Minnesota.
Wisconsin Better Business Bureau: Scam alert, don’t let phony florists ruin Valentine’s Day
Milwaukee, Wis. – Ordering flowers for Valentine’s Day? Don’t procrastinate, or you may end up falling for a scam. BBB.org/ScamTracker has received numerous reports from shoppers who turned to online florists for last-minute orders. They paid for a beautiful arrangement but got disappointing flowers – or
WisGOP: Special Counsel Robert Hur’s Report
MADISON, Wis. – If you are covering Special Counsel Robert Hur’s report on President Joe Biden’s classified documents case, please consider the following statement from the Republican Party of Wisconsin: “The Special Counsel report confirms what every American has known since
Gov. Evers: Files response to expert report submitted to Wisconsin Supreme Court in redistricting lawsuit last week
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today filed a response to the expert report submitted to the Wisconsin Supreme Court last week in ongoing redistricting litigation regarding Wisconsin’s legislative districts. In January, Gov. Evers submitted fair maps to the Wisconsin Supreme
Sen. Jacque: Legislation promoting ‘problem-solving’ courts advances
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UW Health: Cancer researcher diagnosed twice with the cancer he studies
MADISON, Wis. – Dr. Dustin Deming understands when he meets a patient newly diagnosed with colorectal cancer how it will impact their life – because of how it has impacted his, twice. Deming, a medical oncologist and laboratory researcher at
AFP-WI: Kicks off ‘Prosperity is Possible’ tour, highlighting the failures of “Bidenomics” in series of statewide events
Madison, WI – Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) announced the kickoff of its “Prosperity is Possible” tour, a series of statewide events focused on providing relief to Wisconsinites who are struggling to make ends meet under Biden’s disastrous economic agenda. The tour will