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MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) confirms that a 5-month-old colt in Marathon County has tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE). It is the state's first confirmed case of EEE in a horse this year. In 2024, DATCP documented 10 cases of EEE in horses; access an online map of the 2024...

Milwaukee County’s proposed 2026 budget avoids position cuts and service reductions in most departments, but it also shows significant cracks in the county’s recent budget stability. Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley’s proposal calls for a fare increase and significant spending cuts for transit riders and notable cuts for behavioral health services. These cuts would...

This week’s episode of “WisBusiness: the Podcast” is with returning guest Dr. Christina Henderson, CEO and founder of Reliable Residence. Since previously appearing on the show earlier this year, Henderson has officially launched the Reliable Residence platform, which helps traveling medical professionals and students find temporary housing. She shares an update...

-- The Trump administration’s tariffs are causing Wisconsin companies to look at relocating, halting growth and pursuing unadvertised government programs, a panel of experts said. The comments came yesterday during the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation’s annual summit in Green Bay, where a panel of three business leaders gathered to talk about unlocking opportunity and...

The Trump administration’s tariffs are causing Wisconsin companies to look at relocating, halting growth and pursuing unadvertised government programs, a panel of experts said. The comments came yesterday during the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation’s annual summit in Green Bay, where a panel of three business leaders gathered to talk about unlocking opportunity and building...

Patrons took full advantage of the cheesiest day of the year at Lakefront Brewery as they celebrated their crown jewel, Wisconsin fresh, fried cheese curds. MILWAUKEE (October 16th, 2025) – On Wednesday, October 15th, from 2pm to 9pm, Lakefront Brewery welcomed hundreds of cheese curd fanatics looking to commemorate the big day. Tying in their...

MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC), the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association, has been highlighting and celebrating Wisconsin’s manufacturing industry throughout October. This month, WMC has showcased the state's manufacturers by revealing the 2025 Made in Wisconsin poster, hosting manufacturing roundtables, opening nominations for the annual Manufacturer of the Year awards, running the 10th annual Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin contest,...

FOX CITIES, Wis. (October 16, 2025) – Limited tickets remain for the Fox Cities Chamber’s AI Business Summit, presented by Miron Construction. The regional summit, happening Wednesday, November 5 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Hilton Appleton Paper Valley, will bring together innovators, tech leaders, and business professionals for a day of inspiration and practical insights on...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - UMB Financial Corporation (Nasdaq: UMBF) announced today that it has successfully completed its systems and brand conversion of Heartland Financial USA, Inc. This milestone is the final component of the largest acquisition in UMB’s 112-year history, which officially closed on Jan. 31, 2025. This acquisition expanded UMB’s footprint from eight to 13 states and...

Cheese-centric Happenings Include Free Cheese Tattoos, King and Queen Curd Crowning, Curd Toss, and more! SHEBOYGAN, Wis. Cheese fanatics unite at 3 Sheeps Brewing for the most Wisconsin holiday there is - National Cheese Curd Day! In celebration of Wisconsin  cheese culture, 3 Sheeps’ rendition of a “Curd Fest” features a bulk of the cheese-themed...

MADISON, Wis. – Sixty-one companies will pitch to potential investors and others during the in-person Wisconsin Early Stage Symposium, set for Nov. 5-6 in Madison. That includes 20 companies selected by conference organizers for the newly added “Open Mic” Quick Pitch on the morning of Nov. 5; 22 companies presenting Nov. 5 during the Tech...

Titan CEO and headline sponsors Associated Bank and Wipfli LLP are pleased to announce Shari Black, Executive Director and CEO of the Wisconsin State Fair,as a 2026 Wisconsin Titan 100 Honoree. The Titan 100 program recognizes Wisconsin’s Top 100 CEOs & C-level executives. They are the area’s most accomplished business leaders in their industry using criteria that...