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MADISON — A team of astronomers have discovered a planet closer and younger than any other Earth-sized world yet identified. It’s a remarkably hot world whose proximity to our own planet and to a star like our sun mark it as a unique opportunity to study how planets evolve. The new planet was described...

MADISON, Wis. – Join advisors assembled by the Wisconsin Technology Council for a free session to help entrepreneurs of all types learn more about the basics of launching, funding, and growing a young business by attending the Friday, Feb. 9 event in Kenosha. This workshop will be held at UW-Parkside Student Center – Oak Room; 930 Wood Dr.,...

MADISON, WI - January 12, 2024 - Dane County Snowmobile Trails in all regions will open at 3:00 p.m. today, Friday, January 12, 2024. Conditions are reported as good. Users are reminded to watch for groomers. Within Dane County, there are over 500 miles of snowmobile trails including Badger, Glacial Drumlin and the Military Ridge State Trails....

Milwaukee, WI - January 16, 2024 – Johnson Financial Group announced today the appointment of Dominic Ceci, CFA as Chief Investment Officer, succeeding Brian Andrew, who left the firm to pursue other interests. Family-owned Johnson Wealth, Inc., a subsidiary of Racine-based Johnson Financial Group, is the largest SEC registered wealth management firm based in Wisconsin, with approximately...

STURGEON BAY, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced a final decision on a proposed variance to the management of Newport State Park in Door County. After reviewing public input on the proposed variance, the DNR has decided not to approve the first three elements of the variance, which would have increased the total...

MADISON, Wis. – UW Health Rehabilitation Hospital has been ranked in the top 10% of rehabilitation hospitals, according to Netsmart Technologies. The rankings presented in the Netsmart PEM Version 2 Report Card were determined by a Netsmart program evaluation model. It provides facilities with a composite performance score and percentile ranking drawn from more...

MADISON – WMC Foundation and four local Wisconsin chambers of commerce, in collaboration with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation (USCCF), are pleased to announce the extension of the essay submission deadline for the Wisconsin Civics Bee.  Students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades are encouraged to apply to participate in one of the four...

Door County, WI--Shoreline property on the bay of Green Bay owned by Michael Schmitz, of Ellison Bay, was recently protected by a conservation easement with Door County Land Trust. The agreement ensures that the four-acre property, which includes 589 feet of rocky shoreline, will remain undeveloped forever. The easement’s size belies the number of wildlife habitats it...

(MILWAUKEE, WI) – (MILWAUKEE, WI) – On Thursday, January 11, 2024, at a Special Board Meeting, the Milwaukee Board of School Directors voted to place a referendum on the April 2, 2024, ballot to address the funding crisis affecting MPS. The vote comes after Board Resolution 2324R-009 was adopted in December. The resolution, introduced by MPS Board President Marva Herndon and...

Another winter storm is anticipated to impact travel across most of Wisconsin starting tonight (Jan. 11) through Saturday (Jan. 13). The National Weather Service forecasts widespread snowfall and strong winds which may cause reduced visibility from blowing and drifting conditions. Road conditions will be significantly impacted during this storm. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) advises...

  Exclusively for WisBusiness Subscribers Advertisement Wisconsin REALTORS Association From WisBusiness.com ... -- This week's episode of "WisBusiness: the Podcast" is with Dr. John Raymond, president and CEO of the Medical College of Wisconsin. Raymond shares his perspective on the state's health care workforce challenges as well as efforts to address them, public health trends in the post-pandemic era, health care...

MADISON, Wis. (Jan. 11, 2024) – With temperatures dropping, UScellular wants to inform the public of the potential impact extreme cold temperatures can have on smartphones.  According to the wireless carrier, it is the lithium-ion batteries in smartphones and other connected devices that often create an issue in cold temperatures. Lithium-ion batteries contain liquid. When...

MADISON – Thirty-six Wisconsin manufacturers have been selected as finalists for the 35th Annual Manufacturer of the Year (MOTY) Awards. Manufacturing is the state’s top industry, employing nearly half a million Wisconsinites and producing over $70 billion in economic output each year. The finalists represent the diversity and power of Wisconsin’s manufacturing industry and highlight...

Willie's Cornerstone Foundation aims to assist Door County residents who are suffering from life-threatening illnesses, excluding cancer, and lack coverage under Medicare or Medicaid by providing financial support. The support provided is not meant for medical expenses, focusing instead on alleviating the financial burdens caused by severe illnesses. Applications are now being accepted at www.WilliesCornerstone.org.

MILWAUKEE — The 103rd Wisconsin State Education Convention, scheduled for Jan. 17-19 in Milwaukee, brings together education leaders statewide for a dynamic exchange of ideas and insights. This convention is the preeminent assembly of education officials in Wisconsin, with anticipated attendance surpassing 3,000. Jointly organized by three associations — composed of Wisconsin school board...