Wisconsin Rapids, Stevens Point Fire Fighters: Endorse Katrina Shankland for Wisconsin 3rd Congressional District
[Stevens Point, WI] – Wisconsin Rapids Fire Fighters, IAFF Local 425 and Stevens Point Fire Fighters, IAFF Local 484 are proud to endorse Katrina Shankland for Congress. We stood with her on day one of her candidacy for Congress because
WisDems: Launch No More Games campaign
MADISON, Wis. — Today in Milwaukee, Democratic leaders gathered to officially launch No More Games, a statewide accountability campaign backed by a six-figure investment in digital ads running across all platforms. The ads will target swing voters in competitive districts across the state.
Gov. Evers: Again calls Republican lawmakers into special meeting to urge immediate release of $140 million to fight PFAS statewide, respond to hospital closures in western Wisconsin
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today, as the state celebrates National Drinking Water Week, announced he is again calling the Republican-controlled Joint Committee on Finance—the state’s budget committee—into a special meeting to release $140 million in already-approved investments to respond to per- and
Wisconsin Historical Society: Wade House opens for season May 25 with new activities including Stagecoach Saturdays
Greenbush, Wis. — Step into the world of horse-powered travel when Wade House, an 1850s stagecoach inn and Wisconsin Historical Society site, opens its doors for the summer season on May 25. New this year is Stagecoach Saturdays, where guests can
Anderson campaign: On what sets him apart in race for 16th SD
(Fort Atkinson) -At the Jefferson County Spring Forward Dinner on Sunday, Representative Jimmy Anderson delivered a speech on what sets him apart from his opponents in the Democratic primary for the 16th State Senate District: “Experience – I have more experience in
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Notches wins for Wisconsin in Senate farm bill framework
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) applauded the Senate Agricultural Committee’s framework for the upcoming Farm Bill reauthorization, which includes several bipartisan initiatives she champions that meet the needs of Wisconsin’s farmers, families, and rural communities. The Rural Prosperity
Dept. of Natural Resources: Natural Resources Board approves Minocqua walleye emergency rule
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that a new walleye regulation will go into effect on the Minocqua Chain of Lakes beginning May 7, 2024. Through the approval of emergency rule FH-03-24(E) at a special Natural Resources
USDA: Rural Development seeks input to improve access to grants and help more communities thrive
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development invites public input on a plan to make it easier for more people in rural areas to access grant funding that will strengthen their local economies, communities and quality of life. Through the Better
Dept. of Public Instruction: State superintendent proclaims Teacher Appreciation Week across Wisconsin
MADISON — State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly today proclaimed this week, May 6-10, 2024, as Teacher Appreciation Week in Wisconsin. “Our teachers are the heart and soul of our education system – the impact they have stretches far beyond classroom walls,”
Dept. of Natural Resources: Help protect amphibians during Amphibian Week
MADISON, Wis. – The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) encourages Wisconsinites to help protect our state’s 19 species of frogs, toads and salamanders during Amphibian Week, May 5-11, and throughout the summer. Wisconsin’s amphibians provide valuable clues about the health of our
Dept. of Transportation: New Borealis trains double service along Twin Cities – Chicago corridor
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), in partnership with Amtrak and the states of Minnesota and Illinois last week announced that a second daily round trip along the route connecting the Twin Cities to Milwaukee and Chicago will start on
Agard Campaign: Dane County Supervisor Anthony J. Gray announces endorsement of Melissa Agard for County Executive
MADISON – Today, Dane County Supervisor Anthony J. Gray announced his endorsement of Senator Melissa Agard to be the next Dane County Executive. Supervisor Gray represents the 14th District in Dane County, and is an attorney, former non-profit executive, and a serial
DeGroot campaign: Announces run for 66th State Assembly District
(Mount Pleasant, WI) – David DeGroot, long-time Village President for Mount Pleasant, announced today that he is running for the state legislature. The partisan gridlock in Madison is holding the state back and Representative Greta Neubauer is at the center
Racine Recall: Nationwide conservatives support recall of Robin Vos amid accusations of misinformation and compromise
Union Grove, WI – May 6, 2024 – In an unprecedented move, notable constitutional conservatives from across the nation, including former President Donald Trump’s National Security Adviser General Michael Flynn (USA Ret.), MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell, and former Wisconsin Supreme
Kaufert campaign: Former Neenah mayor and state Rep. Dean Kaufert may seek return to state Assembly
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Recall Vos: Nationwide conservatives support recall of Robin Vos amid accusations of misinformation and compromise
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Goodwin campaign: Rev. Russell Antonio Goodwin, Sr. announces candidacy for State Assembly District 12
Milwaukee, WI – Today, Rev. Dr. Russell Antonio Goodwin, Sr. is officially announcing his candidacy for State Assembly District 12 in the upcoming election. Democrat, Russell Goodwin is running to replace Lakeshia Meyers, a respected and dedicated public servant whom
Roth campaign: Blasts Biden Administration abandoning U.S. ally
APPLETON, WI – Today, Roger Roth, candidate for Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District, released the following statement following breaking news that the Biden Administration would halt support for Israel’s fight against terrorism. “Today’s report that Joe Biden is capitulating to the
Phelps campaign: Voters and supporters gather to kick-off Christian Phelps for Assembly District 93 campaign
Approximately 80 individuals gathered at the Chippewa Valley Museum on Saturday, May 4 to celebrate and kick off Christian Phelps’s campaign for Assembly District 93. Former Eau Claire Area School Board President Chris Hambuch-Boyle and Eau Claire City Council Member At-Large Kate Felton co-hosted the
Milwaukee Mayor Johnson: Appoints new senior administration officials
Today, Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson announced several changes and additions to the senior leadership team in his administration. Paulina Gutiérrez is nominated to serve as the Executive Director of Milwaukee’s Election Commission. In that role, Gutiérrez will oversee the staff