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Wausau, Wisconsin (Feb. 13, 2024) – Kolbe Windows & Doors announced their partnership with LuxWall, Inc. to offer vacuum insulating glass (VIG) as a new, high-efficiency glass option for designers, builders and homeowners. VIG is an innovative technology that features a nearly airless space between two panes of glass called a vacuum. The unique characteristics of the vacuum allow the...

– As anticipation builds for Birkie Week 2024, the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation (ABSF) is announcing several updates to this year's 50th Slumberland American Birkebeiner anniversary celebration event. Birkie Week promises an unforgettable experience for participants and spectators alike, with the introduction of lapped courses, shortened distances, and the excitement of World Cup athletes joining us on the course. One...

MILWAUKEE – The weekend-long gamer’s paradise, Midwest Gaming Classic, is set to return to the Baird Center the weekend of April 5-7th. Filling the downtown convention center, these guests will play over 10,000 games that range from vintage to new releases. Enjoy classic pinball and arcade games, every generation of console, tabletop games, live entertainment and meet and greets...

FOND DU LAC, Wis. – The newly combined health system of Froedtert ThedaCare Health, Inc. is pleased to announce the groundbreaking of a new health campus in Fond du Lac. The campus will expand convenient access to care for those living in the region. As of Jan. 1, 2024, Froedtert Health and ThedaCare finalized the agreement to come together as...

OSHKOSH, Wis.  — Fox World Travel, an award-winning travel management company, is thrilled to announce Brianne Clark as the director of operations for the Fox Meetings and Incentives department. With over 15 years of experience in the travel industry, Clark brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her new role. Clark has established herself as a well-accomplished professional with a...

MILWAUKEE - 7Rivers, an innovative technology company specializing in data modernization and artificial intelligence (AI), today announced Ben Kerford has been named President of the organization. In his role as President, Kerford will lead the 7Rivers’ team by overseeing sales and marketing, service delivery and financial operations, collaborating with the team to turn clients’ data into dynamic business solutions using AI. Kerford brings 15 years...

MADISON, Wis. – UW Health, UnityPoint Health – Meriter and Lifepoint Rehabilitation, a business unit of Lifepoint Health, are expanding their existing partnership and will be building and operating a second free-standing inpatient rehabilitation hospital in the greater Madison area. With 40 all-private rooms, the new 58,000-square-foot facility will be located in Fitchburg. It joins the...

MADISON – Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – the combined state chamber and manufacturers’ association – is reestablishing the Manufacturing Hall of Fame and naming the founder and chairman of the world’s largest manufacturer of home furnishings as the first inductee since the 1970s. Ron Wanek founded Arcadia Furniture in 1970 in the small western Wisconsin town of Arcadia. In...

-- A new GOP legislative proposal would grant up to $5 million a year in tax credits for film production companies.  The bill would also create a State Film Office, attached to the Department of Tourism, to oversee the program, which would allow credits such as up to 25% of the salary or wages paid to employees during the year...

A new GOP legislative proposal would grant up to $5 million a year in tax credits for film production companies.  The bill would also create a State Film Office, attached to the Department of Tourism, to oversee the program, which would allow credits such as up to 25% of the salary or wages paid...

Contact: Stacy Vogel Davis                                         (414) 988-8754sdavis@thewatercouncil.com Milwaukee, WI, Feb. 12, 2024 – The Water Council is proud to announce that Scott Beightol, partner at Milwaukee law firm Michael Best & Friedrich LLP, has been appointed the new chairman of its board of directors. “Now more than ever, the world needs water solutions in the form of new technology...