Wisc. Academy of Sciences, Art & Letters and American Family Insurance: Climate Fast Forward 2024 to drive collaborative solutions for a sustainable future in Wisconsin
Madison, WI -The Wisconsin Academy of Sciences, Arts & Letters and American Family Insurance are proud to announce their partnership on the upcoming Climate Fast Forward 2024 conference, a transformative event that will bring together diverse stakeholders to address urgent climate challenges and foster inclusive solutions. The conference will take place on November 14-15, 2024 in Rothschild, WI.Climate Fast Forward 2024 conference...
Dept. of Workforce Development: Governor’s Council on Workforce Investment launches data dashboard
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development today announced that the Governor’s Council on Workforce Investment (CWI) has launched a new CWI Dashboard, an online data tool to measure the success of the state's workforce programs that support workers and employers.
The dashboard will serve as a rich information resource for council members, workforce system...
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Brings home over $13 million for Wisconsin tribes to cut energy costs and reduce pollution
WISCONSIN – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced she helped deliver over $13 million for two Wisconsin Tribes to invest in renewable energy solutions that will cut emissions, improve air quality, bring down energy costs, and create pathways to high-quality jobs. The grants, supported by the Baldwin-backed Inflation Reduction Act, have been awarded to the Bad River Band of Lake...
Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation: Submits comments to USDA’s proposed revisions to federal milk marketing orders
MADISON – On Sep. 13, Wisconsin Farm Bureau submitted comments to the United States Department of Agriculture regarding proposed revisions to the Federal Milk Marketing Orders.
The letter, submitted jointly with Minnesota Farm Bureau, expressed opposition to USDA’s recommendations. Although WFBF supports the pricing formula change from “average of” to “higher of” and USDA’s...
Gov. Evers: PSC announce award of $27.8 Million under Digital Connectivity and Navigators Program
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with Public Service Commission (PSC) Chairperson Summer Strand, announced today that the PSC awarded more than $27.8 million in funding from the Digital Connectivity and Navigators Program to fund 11 projects throughout Wisconsin that will improve internet connectivity by providing access to devices, technology, and digital navigators.
Through...
FRI AM News: WisBusiness: the Podcast with Dean Amhaus, the Water Council; AI Co-Innovation Lab in ‘soft launch mode’
-- This week’s episode of “WisBusiness: the Podcast” is with Dean Amhaus, president and CEO of the Water Council.
He discusses the recently announced Water & Wastewater Workforce Center in Milwaukee, led by the Water Council and Veolia North America. The effort aims to develop the water industry workforce and talent pipeline, with an emphasis on training and education as...
American Dairy Coalition: Prepares comment on USDA’s proposed milk pricing changes
GREEN BAY, Wis. – September 12, 2024 – Comments on USDA’s proposed Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) pricing formula changes close on Friday night, Sept. 13 at 11:59 p.m. EDT at the Federal Register Docket AMS-DA-23-0031-0002. American Dairy Coalition has prepared its official comment to file and invites others consider signing on.
USDA’s proposed milk pricing changes could reduce...
Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce: 130 Products Compete to be Named the Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin
MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce (WMC) announced the 130 nominees for its 9th annual Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin contest on Thursday. The competition, sponsored by Johnson Financial Group, highlights the state’s nearly $72 billion dollar manufacturing industry and the high-tech, high-skill and high-pay career opportunities available.
“Each year, this contest confirms that Wisconsin is home...
UW-Green Bay: ‘Estamos Aquí’ Festival Hispano highlights Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month celebration at UW-Green Bay
GREEN BAY – Beginning this weekend, the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay is honoring Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month alongside the national celebration from September 15 through October 15. The month of festivities kicks off with the hugely popular Estamos Aquí an outdoor festival featuring live music, art and a car show. Last year, more than 8,000 people attended the event!