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Contact: Tony Hozeny, Department of Commerce, 608-267-9661 MADISON—Governor Jim Doyle announced today that Lucigen Corporation, Middleton, Dane County, will receive a $200,000 Technology Venture Fund loan from the Department of Commerce (Commerce) to develop a DNA sequencing technology. “My administration is committed to furthering the development of life sciences,” Governor Doyle said. “Wisconsin is a worldwide leader in this field. I...

Madison, WI – E.G. Schramka will be presenting “Charitable Gift Planning” a financial education event at Olbrich Gardens. The seminar will occur on Thursday, May 20 from 10 a.m. - noon. “Charitable Gift Planning” draws on the experience and expertise of E.G. Schramka, a certified public accountant and attorney who is Vice President of Trust and Estate Services at...

CONTACT: Rhonda Norsetter, University of Wisconsin-Madison senior special assistant to the chancellor and director of federal relations, (608) 263-5510, norsetter@chancellor.wisc.edu MADISON - Investment in basic scientific research may be one of the best ways to foster long-term economic growth locally and nationally, according to a report released this week by The Science Coalition The report, "Sparking Economic Growth: How federally funded...

Orion Energy Systems sponsors car and provides solar technology that it hopes will one day charge electric vehicles with the sun’s renewable energy MANITOWOC, Wis. -- Plymouth, Wis., high school seniors Bob Chase and Brenden Schulz have developed a battery powered car that could serve as a prototype for future innovations — like a vehicle that harnesses the sun’s energy...

Contact: Colin Hutt 414.765.2311 colin@primumagency.com FRANKLIN, Wis. – Proteus Packaging, an international supplier of paperboard packaging solutions, has continued its commitment to meet the evolving needs of customers with state-of-the-art equipment and key industry certifications. Last year, Proteus became the first U.S. business to install the Heidelberg XL 145 press, which furthered the company’s...

Contact: Mary Brophy - Jacobson Rost 414.220.4858 or mbrophy@jacobsonrost.com Sussex, Wis. – A Milwaukee-area favorite for steak and other classic dinner entrees for two generations, Jake’s Restaurant, located at 21445 Gumina Road in Brookfield, celebrates its 50th anniversary on Sunday, May 23 from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. Restaurant owners Jake Replogle Jr. and wife, Karen,...

MADISON, WISCONSIN -- Wisconsinmade.com, an e-commerce gourmet food and gift store, will now carry documentary films produced by Fulton Market Educational Films. The first film to be offered in DVD format is "Being Bucky" about the University of Wisconsin's badger mascot. Linda Remeschatis, owner of Wisconsinmade.com, said, "Many of Wisconsinmade.com's customers attended the University of Wisconsin and now live...

CONTACT: Stephanie Marquis, 608-266-2300 Wisconsin started to add jobs in January and is expected to add 20,150 jobs during 2010, according to the quarterly Wisconsin Economic Outlook released today by the Wisconsin Department of Revenue. Wisconsin will gain employment and income in 2010 and the state’s economy will return to post moderate year-over-year growth rates in the second half...

CONTACT: Stephanie Marquis, 608-266-2300 If you are expecting a refund from the Wisconsin Department of Revenue, you can check the status of your refund several easy ways: Website http://www.revenue.wi.gov Click on Check Your Refund in the Individuals box By Telephone 608-266-8100 Toll Free: 866-WIS-RFND (866-947-7363) If you filed your tax return near the April 15th deadline and submitted it on paper, please allow up to...

Contact: Laura Smith, Office of the Governor, 608-261-2162 Also Signs Ten Other Bills MILWAUKEE – Governor Jim Doyle today signed into law 11 bills, including a bill authorizing the Wisconsin Green to Gold Fund, a $100 million revolving loan fund for manufacturers to reduce their energy costs, improve their bottom line and create jobs. The bill, Senate Bill 651, streamlines state...

Honor Bestowed For Hard Work And Commitment 05.13.2010 – West End, NC – Longworth Industries, parent company of Polarmax, XGO and PMX technical base layers, is proud to name Doug Nelson & Associates Rep Group of the Year for 2009-2010. Doug Nelson and TJ Barnes have been recognized for their tireless efforts, especially in a down economy. By layering technology, old-fashioned...

Contact: Mark C. Rose, Chief Executive Officer, 715-477-1500 Integrated media expert Matt Smith to head up new division as Online Sales Manager MADISON – Discover Mediaworks Inc., an industry leader in integrated communications, high-definition video and strategic media services, is pleased to announce that Matt Smith has joined the company as Online Sales Manager for the popular television series Discover Wisconsin....