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Gov. Tony Evers announced a new state film office in his State of the State speech, along with a tax credit program aimed at boosting the industry in Wisconsin.  With less than 11 months left in office, Evers on Tuesday delivered his final State of the State, which referenced the new Film Wisconsin office...

MADISON — In advance of Governor Tony Evers’ State of the State address, Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC), warned that Wisconsin is falling behind on key competitiveness metrics, citing WMC Foundation’s new Wisconsin Competitiveness Report. WMC President/CEO Kurt R. Bauer urged the Governor to address the state’s workforce shortage, high tax burden, regulatory barriers, failing educational outcomes, and soaring...

Milwaukee, WI (February 17, 2026) — The Greater Milwaukee Urban League will host the Economic Vibrancy Awards and Luncheon: Navigating the AI Revolution on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at The Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee, WI, to convene corporate executives, technology leaders, and civic stakeholders for a high-level conversation on artificial intelligence and economic opportunity. The program features Dwight...

: WISDOM is pleased to announce the appointment of Rev. Marilyn Miller and Nikki Fisher as Co-Executive Directors, serving in an interim capacity while the organization conducts a search for a permanent Executive Director. Rev. Marilyn Miller is a respected faith leader, educator, and community advocate with more than 40 years of experience in...

MENOMONIE, Wis. – Dunn County Transit recently reported that 2025 ridership on the Community Route was the highest in history.  Facilities, Parks and Transit Director Austin Witt recently presented the 2025 Transit Annual Report to the Dunn County Board, which included the Community Route amassing 20,660 rides in 2025. That is a 29 percent increase over 2024 and 73 percent above the 10-year...

MEQUON, Wis. — February 17, 2026 — The Concordia University Wisconsin Symphonic Wind Ensemble will present a series of concerts and worship appearances February 27 through March 3 as part of its 2026 Illinois Mini-Tour. Directed by Dr. Louis A. Menchaca since 1992, the ensemble serves as the cornerstone of Concordia’s wind, brass and...

MADISON – Today Rep. Robyn Vining (D-Wauwatosa) spoke at a press conference ahead of the February 17th Assembly floor session, calling for the passage of postpartum Medicaid expansion. Assembly Democrats also called on Assembly Republicans to focus on issues that lower costs and improve the lives of Wisconsinites. The Assembly is expected to end its legislative session...

By Ray York, Business Counselor for the Sheboygan County Economic Development Corporation (SCEDC) and the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at UW-Green Bay Sheboygan County, WI - For more than 177 years, the Trimberger family has played an active role in Wisconsin’s agricultural economy. Today, that legacy continues through Homestead Cheese Processors, a specialized...

(Stevens Point, Wis., February 17, 2026) – U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development Wisconsin State Director Andrew C. Iverson today announced that Rural Development is providing the city of Gillett with a $994,000 loan for sewer system upgrades. “This investment towards a dependable sewer system in the city of Gillett will improve the lives of...

Stacy Vogel Davis                                         (414) 988-8754sdavis@thewatercouncil.com Eight countries represented among selected startupsMilwaukee, WI, FEB. 17, 2026 – From predictive pipe modeling to rainwater monitoring to turning wastewater into fertilizer, the 11 global companies in The Water Council’s BREW 2.0 2026 cohort are solving a wide variety of pressing water challenges.The cohort, representing eight countries in North America and Europe,...

Feb. 17, 2026 (Milwaukee) Mount Mary University will host “Carrying the Mission Forward,” a launch celebration for its new Institute for the Advancement of Women and Children (IAWC).   Founded under the direction of President Isabelle Cherney, the IAWC offers resources such as educational programming featuring global thought leaders, professional development opportunities, community healthcare...

MENASHA, Wis. (Feb. 17, 2026) — Faith Technologies Incorporated™ (FTI) has concluded its due diligence period related to the former University of Wisconsin Oshkosh Fox Cities campus. After careful review, FTI has determined that the best path forward is not acquiring the campus buildings and continuing to look for opportunities that better align with long-term needs.