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MADISON - The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation, the Wisconsin Towns Association, Wisconsin Electric Cooperative Association and The Welch Group announce the formation of the Rural Policy Institute (RPI). The Rural Policy Institute is a nonprofit non- partisan coalition of agricultural and rural organizations dedicated to research and development of policies promoting generational prosperity for Wisconsin’s rural communities.

International Economic Development Council report describes New North Inc. as “one of the highest-performing regional economic development organizations in the country” NEW NORTH, Sept. 3, 2024 – New North Inc., the regional economic development corporation for the 18 counties of Northeast Wisconsin, has been recognized by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) as an...

New location as an anchor of Summit Place in West Allis signifies growth and enhanced collaboration, while maintaining strong manufacturing roots in South Milwaukee. MILWAUKEE, WIS (September 3, 2024) - Steele Solutions Inc., a leading manufacturer of structural steel work/equipment platforms, material handling chutes, and public-safety security lockers, announces the opening of its new Tech Center...

Madison, WI - Serve Wisconsin proudly announces that Wisconsin received $12.8 million in grant funding from AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and community volunteerism, to support 29 AmeriCorps programs and planning grants across the state. Included within those funds is $2,506,001 in AmeriCorps funding for four AmeriCorps programs serving exclusively in Dane and Columbia counties...

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that the Chicago Road access point in the Mecan River Fishery Area in Marquette County will be temporarily closed from Wednesday, Sept. 4 through Friday, Sept. 13. Anglers and other property users should seek alternate access to the fishery area by utilizing other parking areas on...

EDITOR'S NOTE: An earlier version of this release incorrectly showed the bear hunting season for zones C, E and F as running from Oct. 4-8. The 2024 season for those zones runs from Sept. 4 to Oct. 8. This error has been corrected below.  MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds...

Farmer-led group archives sustainability project milestone DARLINGTON, Wis. — The Lafayette Ag Stewardship Alliance released results today from the fifth and final year of its Sustainability Project. This significant milestone demonstrates the group's unwavering commitment to sustainability. Over the past five years, this farmer-led watershed conservation group has used sustainability metrics...

MADISON – Today, the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development announced its collaboration with Google Public Sector to continue to accelerate improvements to its Unemployment Insurance (UI) system. Together with Google Public Sector, DWD will transform its UI system to a modern, cloud-based platform. DWD’s existing, legacy system, based on 1970s era COBOL technology, will be reconstructed using...

MADISON, Wis. – As back-to-school season returns in many Wisconsin households, Attorney General Josh Kaul reminds students, parents, and school administrators of the resources available through the Office of School Safety (OSS). Since 2018, OSS has developed crucial materials for educational communities that prevent school violence. “DOJ’s Office of School Safety works diligently to...

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) today announced Gov. Tony Evers proclaimed September as College Savings Month in Wisconsin. The proclamation aims to encourage Wisconsinites to start or continue saving for college and career training with the Wisconsin 529 College Savings Program and its college savings plans – Edvest 529, a direct-sold plan, and Tomorrow’s Scholar, available through financial advisors and...

Wisconsinites love the UW Marching Band. They sing and dance to the band’s iconic tunes, whether it’s at a Badger Game Day in Madison, a special halftime show at Lambeau Field in Green Bay or a summer parade in a small town in Wisconsin.This strong bond between the band and its statewide fans is the creative inspiration...

MILWAUKEE, WI – The “Pedestrian Dignity Project” – a proposal submitted by VIA Community Development Corporation (VIA CDC) to create a series of beautification projects along National Avenue from 31st to 38th Street – has been selected to receive this month’s AARP Wisconsin Small Dollar, Big Impact grant. AARP Wisconsin is awarding $1,000 grants each month throughout 2024 to...

Contact: Steve Lyons       (608) 220-7478 Wake Boats Damage Lake Property, Harm Fishing and Tourism, and Spread Invasive Species Madison WI | A broad coalition of Wisconsin groups recently formed to defend Wisconsin’s waters from the devastating impacts of wake-enhanced boating. Originating members of the coalition include: Wisconsin Lakes,...

Contact: Helen Anderson, Turn It Up Mediahelen@turnitup.marketing, 618-977-3053 ICIA’s new campaign supports legalization of medical cannabis, based on a platform of community health  MADISON, Wis., Sept. 3, 2024 — Wisconsin-based national cannabis advocacy nonprofit the Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association (ICIA) and the Wisconsin Tribal Task Force on Cannabis announce the launch of its Wisconsin Wellness state-wide public...