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-- The head of a UW-Madison think tank says the university “dominates” other top institutions in the state, based on a newly issued graduate earnings report.  The Center for Research on the Wisconsin Economy’s recent report is titled: “Degrees of Deception: UW-Madison Leads Where Earnings Matter Most.”  It references data from...

One lucky winner to receive a 7-day Caribbean cruise for two adults MILWAUKEE, WI — February 9, 2026 — After months of salt, slush, and freezing temperatures, Tsunami Express is bringing a bit of warmth to the winter season. Now through February 28, the Midwest car wash brand is hosting a cruise giveaway.

WEST BEND, WI – Washington County, in partnership with Economic Development Washington County (EDWC), will be reopening the Heart & Homestead Earned Down Payment Incentive for new applicants on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Individuals may register their email to receive additional updates and reminders about the application process by clicking on the “Register for Heart...

Madison, WI… The 58th annual Mad City Model Railroad Show and Sale has expanded in size to over 100,000 square feet. It is one of the region’s most wide-ranging model train shows - drawing over 8,500 attendees and is open to the public on Saturday and Sunday, February 21st and 22nd, 2026 at the Alliant Energy Center, Exhibition...

MAZOMANIE, Wis. – MaryAnn Ewing from The Peoples Community Bank has been honored with a 50-Year Club Award by the Wisconsin Bankers Association (WBA). This award recognizes exceptional dedication to Wisconsin’s banking industry.“Few achievements speak more powerfully than a career defined by five decades of service,” said Rose Oswald Poels, WBA president and CEO. “We are honored to celebrate MaryAnn...

Conferences, workshops, and professional development opportunities are important to all types of organizations, including state agencies. When state agencies hold meetings and events, they are contracted at special rates – well below market value – for state employees, with strict adherence to state policies. Wisconsin is fortunate to have resorts, banquet facilities and larger...

At a brief meeting held immediately following the Wisconsin Potato & Vegetable Growers Association (WPVGA) Annual Meeting, February 5, in Stevens Point, the WPVGA Board of Directors elected Wendy Dykstra of Alsum Farms Inc., Friesland, as its first-ever woman President for 2026. Dykstra (District 3) succeeds John Bustamante (District 2) of Wysocki Family Farms, Bancroft, who served...

In addition to its annual Hall of Fame induction, the Wisconsin Potato & Vegetable Growers Association (WPVGA) presented several other annual Industry Awards during a banquet on February 4, 2026, in Stevens Point. The WPVGA Associate Division Business Person of the Year Award was presented to Penney Hammer of Progressive Ag Risk Management Specialists....

DOOR COUNTY, Wis. – The Wisconsin Historical Society announces the listing of the Joseph Cochrane Shipwreck in the National Register of Historic Places on January 22, 2026. The schooner is located in Lake Michigan near Baileys Harbor, in Door County. Joseph Cochrane was previously listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 2003...

MILWAUKEE- Today, Healthy Climate Wisconsin released its inaugural Health Harms Report, revealing WE Energies’ record profits of $1.6 billion in 2025 are paid for by communities at the expense of their health and rising energy bills. “As WE Energies once again reports soaring profits, our inaugural Health Harms Report tells the other side of the...

The director of Port Milwaukee says a new shipping industry study will explore ways to move cargo more efficiently and “strengthen our role” in the national freight network.  The American Great Lakes Ports Association recently announced a market analysis study focused on expanding cargo shipping between the Great Lakes and inland waterways. 

-- The director of Port Milwaukee says a new shipping industry study will explore ways to move cargo more efficiently and “strengthen our role” in the national freight network.  The American Great Lakes Ports Association recently announced a market analysis study focused on expanding cargo shipping between the Great Lakes and inland waterways.