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(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (R-WI), alongside Congressman Donald Norcross (D-NJ), introduced the Form 5500 Filing Simplification Act, bipartisan legislation to modernize and streamline outdated federal reporting requirements for employer-sponsored retirement plans governed by the Employee Retirement Income Security Act.  The Form 5500 Filing Simplification Act establishes a single, uniform filing deadline for retirement plans. Under current law, the statutory deadline...

Lake Superior is the nation’s cleanest, thanks to its oxygen-rich (10.45 mg/L), clear (0.46 NTU turbidity) and low-mineral water (44.04 mg/L Total Dissolved Solids)  Lake Okeechobee is the dirtiest lake in the US today, with visibly murky water indicated by its 34.36 NTU turbidity levels and lead contamination at 0.67 µg/L 

February 5, 2026 - Alair Homes Milwaukee is proud to announce its recognition at the 2026 NARI Milwaukee Awards Gala, held Friday, January 16, 2026, where the team was honored with the following awards: Silver – Entire House $750,000–$1,000,000 Gold – Residential Historical Renovation/Restoration $250,000+ Gold –...

Students share the majesty of English Theater in a photo essay Story Link Photos attached FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFeb. 5, 2026 Menomonie, Wis. Quick! How many Shakespeare plays can you name off the top of your head? Can you name all 38 of them? Probably not. And hey,...

February 5, 2026 - Alair Homes Green Bay proudly announces that Andy Selner, Partner and Wisconsin Regional Partner at Alair Homes Green Bay, has been sworn in as 2026 President of the Wisconsin Builders Association (WBA). The Wisconsin Builders Association represents builders and industry professionals across the state, working together to strengthen communities, advance best...

MADISON, WI – M3, a top privately held and independent insurance broker and risk management firm in the country, has named Scott Sherman its Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) and key member of M3’s executive operating committee, effective January 12, 2026. In this role, Sherman works closely with M3 sales division leaders and executive operating committee members to...

MENOMONIE, Wis. -- Dunn County has filled a key administration position by hiring Brittany Andrews as its new Chief Financial Officer.  “Brittany is a collaborative leader with a demonstrated ability to manage projects, navigate challenges, and work effectively across teams in both private-sector and nonprofit settings,” said Dunn County Manager Dan Dunbar. “Her approach will strengthen our administrative team.” 

New batteries at existing solar site will help provide energy during peak demand     MADISON, Wisconsin (February 5, 2026) – A large Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) is now fully operational in Central Wisconsin. According to Alliant Energy, its Wood County BESS is now capable of storing electricity generated by the adjacent solar field and other resources. The project is an important component of the company’s Energy Blueprint, which is a roadmap for building a strong energy future to meet the growing needs in Iowa...

Inviting restaurant features handmade pasta, pizza & more WHAT: Hilldale, Madison’s premier retail, dining, and lifestyle destination, is thrilled to announce that neighborhood Italian restaurant concept, North Italia, will be joining the property in 2026. Adding to Hilldale’s robust dining offerings, North Italia will make its Wisconsin debut, offering classic Italian favorites...

Also: Public supports independence of Federal Reserve, opposes firing of member of Board of Governors 57% say Court is going out of its way to avoid ruling against Trump 44% approve of job the Court is doing, 56% disapprove—a decline from early 2025

Backers of an incentive package to draw a German aviation biofuel plant to northern Wisconsin have proposed paring it back to $120 million in state assistance from their original call of $210 million.  Bill sponsor and Senate President Mary Felzkowski, R-Tomahawk, told WisPolitics that lawmakers dropped a proposed grant that would be paid for...

-- Backers of an incentive package to draw a German aviation biofuel plant to northern Wisconsin have proposed paring it back to $120 million in state assistance from their original call of $210 million.  Bill sponsor and Senate President Mary Felzkowski, R-Tomahawk, told WisPolitics that lawmakers dropped a proposed grant that would be paid...

Cleveland, OH – February 2, 2026 — The Millcraft Paper Company today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire Steen-Macek Paper, a family-owned, independent paper merchant headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The transaction is expected to close on February 28, 2026. For customers, this partnership represents far more than an ownership change....

Madison – Today, the State Building Commission met to consider several projects, including $2,690,000 in funds to renovate Murphy Library at the University of Wisconsin La Crosse. Representative Billings, a member of the State Building Commission and the Chair of the Higher Education Subcommittee, voted in support of this project and released the following statement in response:

Madison, WI — Senator Jeff Smith (D–Brunswick) and Representative Jodi Emerson (D–Eau Claire) introduced comprehensive legislation to strengthen protections for residents of manufactured home communities and preserve one of Wisconsin’s last remaining sources of truly affordable housing. “For many residents, especially seniors and retirees on fixed incomes, manufactured home communities are their only affordable housing...