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MADISON - National and global economic conditions top the list of concerns for state business leaders, according to the latest Wisconsin Employer Survey. Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined manufacturers’ association and state chamber of commerce – conducts the survey twice a year to gauge top issues facing the state’s business climate. When asked,...

MIDDLETON, WI. – The Bruce Company announced today that Seth Nicholson has been appointed CEO and President of Wisconsin’s largest landscape services business founded in 1952. Bliss Nicholson, Seth Nicholson’s father and the company’s previous CEO, takes the role of Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors. After founder Lee Bruce stepped back in 2008 in a leadership transition,...

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Voice of Milk, a collaboration between the Dairy Business Association, Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative and Minnesota Milk Producers Association, today announced a new addition to its member services team. Andy Welti joins as a Strategic Account Manager to support members of the independent dairy organizations in this multi-state collaboration, amplifying the voice...

Madison, Wis. — Ruder Ware, L.L.S.C., a more than 100-year-old business law firm headquartered in Wausau with offices throughout Wisconsin, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Swandby/Kilgore Associates, Inc., a well-respected Madison-based government affairs firm. As part of the acquisition, veteran lobbyist Kathi Kilgore will join Ruder Ware Strategies, the firm’s government and public affairs practice,...

Leaders of the Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub say three of the effort’s main initiatives are “advancing swiftly” as partners leverage state and federal dollars to boost the sector.  Lead partner BioForward yesterday announced projects are underway to drive workforce development in Madison and Milwaukee, bolster statewide networks for biotech startups, and further develop cancer...

-- Leaders of the Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub say three of the effort’s main initiatives are “advancing swiftly” as partners leverage state and federal dollars to boost the sector.  Lead partner BioForward yesterday announced projects are underway to drive workforce development in Madison and Milwaukee, bolster statewide networks for biotech startups, and further develop...

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Derrick Van Orden and Bryan Steil voted last month for the largest cut to Medicaid in American history to pay for tax breaks for the ultra-wealthy and big corporations. Now, Republicans in Washington are turning their chainsaw against Wisconsin’s seniors.In recent days, multiple prominent Senate Republicans have called for making cuts to Medicare to pay for handouts to billionaires. And this would be...

WAUKESHA— The MKE-Waukesha Chapter of the Wisconsin Farmers Union invites community members, farmers, and food access advocates to join them on Sunday, June 22 at Gwenyn Hill Farm in Waukesha for Wholesaling & Food Access - What's Next for Local Foods Funding/LFPA?, a tour and discussion focusing on the future of local food systems. The event will spotlight the...

MADISON, Wis. – Last week, President Trump doubled steel and aluminum tariffs to a staggering 50%, putting Wisconsin families at risk of paying higher prices for everyday items from beer to canned goods and cars. Congressman Derrick Van Orden and Bryan Steil voted to support Trump’s tariffs that are raising prices for Wisconsin families.Even Wisconsin's craft beer...

Campaign will emphasize value of college, its long-term impact on individuals, regional economy NEW NORTH, June 9, 2025 – A new campaign which emphasizes the value of college and its long-term impact on individuals and the economic vitality of the region – ‘Growing Roots, Finding Wings’ – was launched June 6 at the New...

(Waukesha, WI) – Waukesha County Department of Health and Human Services proudly announces that two outstanding staff and one board member were recognized with awards at the Wisconsin Counties Human Services Association (WCHSA) annual conference, reflecting their extraordinary contributions to human services in Waukesha County. Kirk Yauchler – WCHSA Service Award Kirk...