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On Broadway: Kocken rejoins staff

GREEN BAY, Wis. -- On Broadway, Inc. is excited to announce the hiring of Chelsea Kocken as the new Director of Special Projects. This position is a direct result of the recent public market announcement. A dedicated staff person will help move this large-scale redevelopment project forward as we enter the next phases....

BBB: Warns public of sports team merchandise scams

Milwaukee, Wis. – When shopping for a team jersey or other sports memorabilia, watch out for fakes. Scammers know that authentic game-used and/or autographed items can fetch big bucks – especially for items commemorating big games.  When shopping online, it can be hard to trust that a seller or product is genuine. Follow these tips when...

AARP Wisconsin: Plan to fund 3 intergenerational craft sessions in Greendale wins AARP WI ‘Small Dollar, Big Impact’ grant

Contact: Jim Flaherty, Communications DirectorOffice 608/ 286-6308 – Cell 608/ 698-0928, jflaherty@aarp.org GREENDALE, WI – A proposal submitted by the Village of Greendale Health Department to fund activities at two upcoming public crafting sessions and a third session at a senior living facility in Greendale has been selected to receive an AARP Wisconsin “Small...

Tauchen, ag partners developing legislative proposal

Rep. Gary Tauchen is working with ag industry partners on what likely will be a years-long legislative effort to help farmers adapt to changing weather and markets. The Assembly agriculture committee chair's plan aims to create a state framework for carbon accounting and management, boosting biogas and more. The Bonduel Republican...

SEIU Healthcare: Hundreds of frontline UW Health nurses plan to hold historic “Informational Picket for Safe Staffing, Quality Care and a Union”

As nurses call for solutions to the crisis at UW Health, they will be joined by their families and scores of elected, community, faith and labor leaders at the action, which will resonate throughout the state and nation WHEN: Thursday, Feb. 24, 4 pm - 8 pm Community rally at 6...

Bradley Corporation: Annual survey finds 25% decrease in handwashing compared to beginning of pandemic

MENOMONEE FALLS, Wis., (Feb. 23, 2022) — The Healthy Handwashing Survey™ from Bradley Corporation has found handwashing frequency decreased 25% among adults compared to when the coronavirus first hit. Specifically, in the spring of 2020, Americans were washing their hands an average of 10.5 times per day. This January, that number dropped by one-fourth to 7.8 times...

Dept. of Health Services: Awards $3.4 million in community outreach grants to promote equity in COVID-19 vaccinations

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced today that $3.4 million in grants has been awarded to 43 organizations to promote health equity in COVID-19 vaccinations in Wisconsin. These organizations will use the funds to serve as trusted messengers within their communities to help reduce barriers to vaccine access among disadvantaged or underserved populations.

Main Street Alliance: Members celebrate passage of AB901, urge swift Senate action

Bill would regulate 3rd party delivery companies and ensure restaurants, bars and other food service companies are treated fairly Madison, WI – Main Street Alliance of Wisconsin is relieved to see the passage of Assembly Bill 901, a bill prohibiting 3rd party delivery services from listing restaurants on their platform unless they have written consent from...

UW-Madison: Announces alumna Linda Thomas-Greenfield, U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, will speak at spring commencement

MADISON — Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, a top diplomat on the world stage, will take to the Camp Randall stage this May to address University of Wisconsin–Madison graduates. Thomas-Greenfield, the United States Ambassador to the United Nations, will be the keynote speaker for spring commencement at UW–Madison on May 14. She will be returning to...

Ovation Communities: Adds new community-based residential facility

Milwaukee, Wis. (Feb. 23, 2022) – Ovation Communities today announced the addition of a specialized memory care community to its portfolio of services. Construction is underway on the 14,718-square-foot renovation that will add 16 CBRF-C licensed living units and expand the organization’s continuum of care options. Designed by Zimmerman Architectural Studios with construction led by VJS Construction Services, the...
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