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-- Farmers may be able to reduce emissions and chemical runoff while boosting revenues by using a new method for extracting useful nutrients from manure, according to a recent UW-Madison study.  Scientists in Madison have developed a new technique for pulling ammonia and potassium out of livestock manure, which can be used to make...

Spring Green, Wisc. – December 12, 2023 – Joe Thomas, Wisconsin-native and NFL Hall of Famer, proudly announced the launch of Hall of Fame Beef. In partnership with Prem Meats, Hall of Fame Beef is a line of premium beef products from Six Springs Farm in Southwest Wisconsin. The animals are raised to the highest standards and are...

The Northeast Wisconsin (NEW) Manufacturing Alliance announced its 14th annual “Northeast Wisconsin Manufacturing Vitality Index Study” at its Quarterly Membership meeting at Fox Valley Technical College.  Jeff Berg, vice president operations at Voith US Inc. and vice chair of the NEW Manufacturing Alliance, shared the results, which serves as an indication of the strength and vitality of...

MILWAUKEE – December 12, 2023 – As part of its ongoing efforts to alleviate the financial burden of families affected by childhood cancer, Northwestern Mutual, through its Foundation and Childhood Cancer Scholarship Program, is dedicating $500,000 in combined scholarships to 50 childhood cancer survivors and childhood cancer siblings. With this addition, nearly $2 million has been awarded to 262...

Whitefish Bay, WI — Dec. 12, 2023 — Fitzgerald Pharmacy now includes a full-service eatery and coffee shop, Fitzy’s Cafe. The Whitefish Bay gathering space offers craft coffee plus an all-day chef-curated food menu. Fitzy’s Cafe is a nod to the original pharmacy at 424 E. Silver Spring Drive, a neighborhood staple that served the North...

MADISON, Wis — BioForward Wisconsin, a pioneering non-profit dedicated to advancing the state’s biohealth industry, proudly unveils its strategic expansion into Eau Claire. This pivotal move extends the organization’s unwavering commitment to empower and champion biohealth innovators and manufacturers across the expansive northwest and western regions of the state. The decision to anchor roots in...

MENASHA, WI (December 12, 2023) — Casa Hispana, Inc., a non-profit organization with a mission to advocate for and empower the Hispanic/Latinx community in the Fox Valley, announces the search for a new executive director following the retirement announcement of the current Executive Director Ernesto Gonzalez Jr.  “On behalf of the board of directors, I would...

APPLETON, Wisconsin - Lawrence University is the recipient of a $10 million gift from an alum and spouse to support the construction of a building on the west edge of campus that will add more than 30,000 square feet of innovative academic space and provide flexibility for future enrollment growth. The 315 E. College...

Madison, WI, December 12, 2023 – Building upon their history as Madison’s oldest architecture and interior design firm, Potter Lawson is excited to announce their next chapter as Rebecca Prochaska has transitioned to President and CEO from Beth Prochaska, as of December 1, 2023. Beth Prochaska has moved into her new role as Chairman of the Board.

APPLETON, Wis. (Dec.12, 2023) — Greater Fox Cities Area Habitat for Humanity, a leader in affordable housing solutions, is partnering with Pillars: Shelter, Support, and Solutions, to spread hope and holiday cheer to those who are struggling with housing security during the holidays this year. Children and families who have relationships with the Greater Fox Cities Habitat for...

APPLETON, WI — The Trout Museum of Art (TMA), a beacon of cultural enrichment and artistic expression, is  thrilled to unveil the highly anticipated exterior rendering for its state-of-the-art museum set to redefine  Downtown Appleton’s skyline as visitors approach from the East on College Ave.  Designed by Frederick Fisher and Partners, Los Angeles, CA,...

December 12, 2023 (Milwaukee,WI) Milwaukee Rep is pleased to present the return of the funny Wisconsin favorite, Guys on Ice, celebrating its 25th anniversary of when it premiered at Milwaukee Rep. With book and lyrics by Fred Alley and music by James Kaplan. Guys and Ice plays the Stackner Cabaret January 12 – March 17, 2024 with fan favorite cast members Dan Klarer as Ernie, Steve Koehler as Lloyd and Doug Mancheski as Marvin.