Cooperative Educational Service Agency: In case you missed it: CESA 10 focused on school safety
[Chippewa Falls, Wis.] – In case you missed it, Cooperative Educational Service Agency (CESA) 10 interim agency administrator Charlie Schneider recently penned an op-ed detailing the organization’s work to ensure student safety in school districts across Wisconsin in the Eau
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Demands answers from White House on President Biden’s mishandling of classified records
WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), ranking member of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, and U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), ranking member of the Committee on the Judiciary, sent a letter to Richard Sauber, Special Counsel to the President, reiterating questions about Joe Biden’s understanding of federal record-keeping requirements.
U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Introduces three pieces of legislation to start 118th Congress
WASHINGTON, DC – This week, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) introduced three pieces of legislation: Vaccine Discharge Parity ActCongressman Scott Fitzgerald was joined by House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Mike Bost (R-IL) to introduce the Vaccine Discharge Parity Act. This legislation would amend
DNC: Statement on CPI report
DNC Chair Jaime Harrison released the following statement in response to the December Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, which showed annual inflation has been declining for the past six months in a row: “Today’s report that inflation is on the decline
U.S. Rep. Van Orden: Proposes first bills
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) proposed two congressional amendments and one bill – delivering on his promise to enact real change in Washington and marking his first legislation introduced as a Member of Congress. “We need smaller
U.S. Rep. Fitzgerald: Introduces three pieces of legislation to start 118th Congress
WASHINGTON, DC – This week, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) introduced three pieces of legislation: Vaccine Discharge Parity ActCongressman Scott Fitzgerald was joined by House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Chairman Mike Bost (R-IL) to introduce the Vaccine Discharge Parity Act. This legislation would amend
Lt. Gov. Rodriguez: Delivers radio address on inauguration
MADISON — Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez today delivered the Democratic Radio Address highlighting her inauguration, her background as a nurse and public health professional, and her commitment to partnering with Gov. Evers to build a better future for Wisconsin. Hey
UW-Stout: Alum Suzanne Wittman believes in building an empowering legacy
WisDems: Conservatives in chaos: Judge Shelley Grogan blasts Judge Dorow
MADISON, Wis. — In a new interview yesterday with right-wing talk show host Dan O’Donnell, Wisconsin Court of Appeals Judge Shelley Grogan attacked Judge Jennifer Dorow, suggesting there were “flags” with Dorow’s record as a true conservative. Grogan doesn’t have anything to worry
Bennett campaign: Rep. Hong joins community leaders endorsing Ald. Juliana Bennett for District 2 alder
MADISON, WI – State Representative Francesca Hong (D-76) endorses Juliana Bennett for District 2 Alder. Rep Hong writes, “Alder Bennett’s dedication to public service through relationship building, research, advocacy, and care makes her the strongest candidate to represent District 2.
Sand County Foundation: Wisconsin Leopold Conservation Award seeks nominees
Are you a Wisconsin farmer or forestland owner who improves soil health, water quality, and wildlife habitat on your working land? Apply for the 2023 Wisconsin Leopold Conservation Award®. Sand County Foundation and national sponsor, American Farmland Trust, present the Leopold Conservation
Dept. of Workforce Development: Up to $2 million in Wisconsin Fast Forward Grants now available to employers to train unemployed, underemployed, and existing workers
MADISON – Employers are now able to apply for the latest round of Wisconsin Fast Forward grants from the Department of Workforce Development (DWD). Up to $2 million in funding is available to employers who demonstrate a critical need for
Dept. of Natural Resources: Reduce salt use this winter
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Wisconsin Salt Wise invite the public to learn more about the impacts of road salt on our drinking water and freshwater ecosystems during Wisconsin Salt Awareness Week, Jan. 23-27, 2023. Wisconsin Salt Awareness
Jones campaign: Conservative Russ Jones announces key endorsements
Slinger – Attorney Russell Jones announced a series of high-profile endorsements he has secured in his race for Washington County Circuit Court Branch 1. The list includes: Rebecca Kleefisch – Former Wisconsin Lt. Governor Honorable Rebecca Bradley – Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice
Dept. of Administration: Secretary Blumenfeld makes leadership announcements
Madison, Wis. – Department of Administration Secretary Kathy Blumenfeld announced the appointment of Danielle Williams as Assistant Deputy Secretary. Williams previously served in this role at the Department of Workforce Development (DWD) since 2019. During her tenure at DWD, Ms. Williams guided
Wisconsin Historical Society: New Richmond Commercial Historic District listed in the National Register of Historic Places
New Richmond, St. Croix County, WI. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of the New Richmond Commercial Historic District in the National Register of Historic Places on December 22, 2022. The district encompasses approximately four blocks of South
Wisconsin Historical Society: Palm Tree Road Bridge listed in the National Register of Historic Places
Town of Marshfield, Fond du Lac County WI. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of the Palm Tree Road Bridge in the National Register of Historic Places on December 12, 2022. The bridge spans the Sheboygan River in
Wisconsin Association of School Boards: School leaders learn together at State Education Convention
MILWAUKEE — The 102nd Wisconsin State Education Convention, held Jan. 18-20 in Milwaukee, convenes education leaders from across the state to learn from each other. The convention — the largest gathering of education officials in the state, with more than
UW Health: Fait Family Charitable Trust gives $2.6 million for medical research and services
MADISON, Wis. – In Jan. 2022, the George A. Fait Family Charitable Trust provided $2.6 million in continued support for American Family Children’s Hospital, the UW Carbone Cancer Center and the George Fait Cardiomyopathy Research Fund.
Waukesha County: Friends of Retzer Nature Center accepts $25K grant from Kohl’s Hometown Giving Program to support Retzer’s Discovery Trail project
(Waukesha, WI) – Waukesha County’s Retzer Nature Center is thrilled to be a recipient of Kohl’s Hometown Giving Program grant that was awarded to the Friends of Retzer Nature Center to support the current Discovery Trail project. The Friends of Retzer