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CONTACT: Kristy Schaff, Business Manager Tobin Solutions P: 414-443-9999 x103 F: 414-443-9811 E: Kristy.Schaff@tobinsolutions.com Wauwatosa, WI, May 13, 2011 – Tobin Solutions, Inc. has added Kristy Schaff as Business Manager for the Wauwatosa-based IT solutions company. Schaff has extensive experience in office management, accounting, customer service, event planning and execution. “Over the past 15 years, Tobin Solutions has been committed to providing the best customer...

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Contact: Cullen Werwie, 608-267-7303 Revenue numbers show an improving economy, provide opportunity to pay off past due bills Madison– Governor Walker issued the following statement today about the state’s latest revenue projections and the opportunity to pay off many of the financial obligations left behind by the Doyle administration. “The revenue numbers released today are the latest sign that the economy is...

Contact: Bill Rubin/Jacki Bradham, St. Croix EDC, 715-381-4383 Four Directors also Re-Elected to Board St. Croix Economic Development Corporation (EDC) held its annual meeting on Tuesday, May 10, 2011 and Ryan Sicard of Somerset was elected to serve a 1-year term as president. Sicard previously served as the EDC’s first vice president. He is employed by the Somerset School District as...

CONTACT: Georgia Parham 812-334-4261 x 1203 Georgia_Paraham@fws.gov The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s proposal to remove Endangered Species Act protection for wolves in the western Great Lakes region appeared in the Federal Register Thursday, May 5, 2011, initiating a 60-day public comment period. The Service will host a public information meeting and public hearing on May 18, 2011, at the...

Every business and each individual has a story to tell. It's the story we use to attract new customers and grow . . . What's your story? Great stories last. They are remembered. Often, they are timeless. This applies not only to literature, but sales and marketing. How are you telling your story? Telling your own story can be difficult. Most of us...

Contact: Ashley Huibregtse, 608-220-5067 MADISON – Spring has finally sprung, which means farmers’ markets will be springing up across Wisconsin. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) encourages consumers to use SavorWisconsin.com to search for a farmers’ market near you. SavorWisconsin.com is an online database of Wisconsin products, producers, businesses, farmers’ markets, and food-related events. Consumers can easily...

Media Contact: Sada Kempf, Senior PR Associate (920) 232-2230 Sada.Kempf@cliftoncpa.com MILWAUKEE, Wis. (May 11, 2011) – “Conquering New Disclosure Requirements: An Action Plan for Employee Benefit Administrators” is the title of a free online Webcast to be presented by Clifton Gunderson – ranked as one of the nation’s largest certified public accounting and consulting firms – on May 26, 2011. Join Employee Benefit...

The American Speed Association® Kwik Trip Midwest Tour presented by ECHO Outdoor Power Equipment and GrandStay Hospitality welcomes LiveWire Energy on board as a sponsor for the 2011 racing season. Athletes and people everywhere are using LiveWire Energy to gain the upper hand over their competition. The partnership between the ASA Midwest Tour and LiveWire Energy makes perfect sense. "We...

Contact: Cullen Werwie, 608-267-7303 Madison– Department of Workforce Development Secretary Manny Perez has decided to re-enter the private sector to take advantage of Wisconsin’s and the nation’s growing economy. Current Deputy Secretary Scott Baumbach will take over as Interim Secretary. “I appreciate Secretary Perez’s willingness to serve Wisconsin,” said Governor Walker. “The Department of Workforce Development is vital to...

Contact: Thad Nation, 414.412.7814 Legislation could create or retain 50,000 jobs in the state MILWAUKEE — The Wisconsin State Legislature has passed Special Session Senate Bill 13/Special Session Assembly Bill 14, the Wisconsin Telecom Modernization Act, which would update Wisconsin’s outdated telecommunications rules and promote investments in new technologies. The bill overwhelmingly passed through the State Senate on a bipartisan 25-8 vote,...

Contact: Cullen Werwie, 608-267-7303 Madison– Governor Walker issued the following statement today on the passage of telecommunications legislation with bipartisan support. “This legislation will update Wisconsin’s regulation of the telephone industry for the broadband age. These reforms will encourage more private sector investment and bring jobs to the state. I commend Senator Zipperer and Representative Honadel for their work...

Contacts: Jim Plaisted Executive Director 414-272-5823 Jim@shorewoodwi.com Christel Henke Shorewood BID 414-332-2933 Christel@shorewoodwi.com Free Workshop Kicks off Shorewood Criterium Cycling Classic & Tour de Shops Event Shorewood, Wis., May 4, 2011 –Kids who are ready to take off their training wheels and learn to ride confidently and safely on a two-wheeler are invited to attend a free “First Ride” clinic on Saturday, June 11 from 9-11...

Lawmakers develop consensus compromise approach—Legislature votes overwhelmingly in favor of special session bills SB 13/AB 14 For more information contact: Cindy Tomlinson, Associate Manager-Public Relations TDS Telecommunications Corp. 608-664-4471 / cindy.tomlinson@tdstelecom.com MADISON, Wis. (May 11, 2011) — Today, the Wisconsin State Legislature took decisive and overwhelming action, passing special session bills SB 13/AB 14, legislation focused on streamlining existing telecom regulations in the state...

The Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association applauds the Wisconsin State Legislature for recognizing 2011 as World Veterinary Year. Both the Senate and Assembly approved joint resolutions honoring 2011as the 250th anniversary of the founding of the veterinary medical profession. Since the establishment of the world's first veterinary school in France in 1761, veterinarians have provided valuable public health services through preventive...