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NEW NORTH, December 3, 2021 – The High Lift LLC, a business idea of 20-year-old entrepreneur Emilee Rysticken, was the winner of the NEW Launch Alliance Pitch Event, held Dec. 2 at the Urban Hub in Green Bay. Divorcist and Brat Wave LLC took second and third place, respectively. The three winning entries emerged from a group of...

MADISON, WI – There’s a strong and romanticized emotion attached to the idea of having a new puppy under the tree on Christmas morning. It evokes the nostalgia of a Norman Rockwell painting… or at least the modern schmaltz of a holiday-themed Hallmark movie. And really, what could be simpler and more heartwarming than presenting a new...

MADISON, Wis. – Dr. Amy Kind will serve as the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health’s inaugural associate dean for social health sciences and programs. Kind is a professor of medicine at the school and an international leader in the field of health disparities research. In this new...

(Green Bay, Wis.) Green Bay Austin Straubel International Airport’s (GRB) Housekeeping Department has been recognized for its work throughout the pandemic by Wisconsin’s Federal Security Director for the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). The GRB team partnered with TSA by providing a Model Workplace Environment (MWE) at the airport. The official Certificate of Appreciation awarded...

MILWAUKEE (December 3, 2021) – In recognition of today’s International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport has launched a new program aimed at making air travel easier for passengers who have non-visible “hidden” disabilities. Through the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program, the Airport will provide green lanyards featuring bright sunflowers to discreetly identify passengers who may...

MADISON – On Saturday, December 4, 2021, the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC or Commission) will join water utilities and water conservation groups nationwide in recognizing World Water Loss Day. The purpose of the day is to raise awareness of the significant challenges of water losses from drinking water distribution systems. In addition, to help sustain natural...

Milwaukee - Whether you’re channeling Clark Griswold from the movie “Christmas Vacation” or planning something a little simpler, these easy tips will help you get in the holiday spirit without overloading your outlets … or your energy bill.Make a list and check it twice. Use the holiday lighting cost calculator on our website to compare your options this season and get an...

(Green Bay, Wis.) – After three generations of family ownership, WG&R Furniture has become employee owned. WG&R Furniture CEO/Owner Jim Greene made the announcement to employees this week. The ownership change includes WG&R Furniture, August Haven and WG&R Bedding, with corporate headquarters in Green Bay and stores in Green Bay, Appleton, Oshkosh, Fond du Lac, Manitowoc and Sheboygan.

Brookfield, Wis. (December 3, 2021) – MLG Capital, a national leader in private equity investments in commercial real estate, today announced that one of its Vice Presidents, David Binder, was named a “Rising Star” by Multi-Housing News in the publication’s annual Excellence Awards program. The prestigious annual award honors only three of the industry’s leading young talents across the nation.

APPLETON, WI – Kristen Scheuerman, a partner at Herrling Clark Law Firm, has been named treasurer of the Wisconsin Association of Justice, and is scheduled to take over as president of the organization in 2026. She will be the organization’s sixth female president in its nearly 70-year history. Scheuerman has belonged to the Wisconsin Association...