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MILWAUKEE, Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Northwestern Mutual announced today that the company earned a 100% for the ninth consecutive year in the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's (HRC) Corporate Equality Index – a national benchmarking survey that assesses corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality.   "Everyone deserves a work environment where they can show...

-- The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation’s top policy priorities for 2024 include preserving agricultural land for farm use, boosting financial support for wildlife-related crop damage and expanding rural child care.  More than 230 delegates gathered over the weekend through Monday for the group’s annual meeting in Wisconsin Dells to establish its “policy book” for...

The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation’s top policy priorities for 2024 include preserving agricultural land for farm use, boosting financial support for wildlife-related crop damage and expanding rural child care.  More than 230 delegates gathered over the weekend through Monday for the group’s annual meeting in Wisconsin Dells to establish its “policy book” for 2024....

Beloit, WI, December 4, 2023 — Kerry, a market leader in Taste and Nutrition, is proud to announce that it recently received its second consecutive Green Masters® certification, highlighting its commitment to sustainable practices and innovation. The Green Masters program, which aligns with internationally recognized standards, emphasizes continuous improvement in the systematic integration of sustainability initiatives into business systems....

La Crosse, WI—Dairyland Power Cooperative is the selected developer for a Midcontinent  Independent System Operator, Inc., (MISO) 345 kilovolt (kV) transmission project in Wisconsin.  The competitive bid was won by Dairyland to develop, own and operate a new 345 kV line from  the Mississippi River to the Tremval substation (Blair, WI).   “These transmission facilities...

(Sheboygan, WI) Plastic, in its many forms, has dealt with its share of scrutiny, but the reality is that plastic film is not going anywhere. In a recent market report, shrink and stretch film are predicted to grow in both use and economic impact. According to Grand View Research, the annual growth rate for shrink and stretch films is...

APPLETON, Wis. (Dec. 5, 2023)—Red Shoes Inc., an award-winning, Wisconsin-based, full-service strategic communication firm, is thrilled to announce that it has been selected as a finalist in the Best Workplace of the Year category for the MARKETPLACE Wisconsin Governor Awards, which honor Wisconsin businesses owned by minorities, women and service-disabled veterans and their advocates. For more information on this award, view the video...

MILWAUKEE – Benson’s Restaurant Group today revealed specialty food and drink menus, new hours  and experiences at each of its six restaurants to help Milwaukeeans ring in the new year.   The Bridgewater Modern Grill, the riverfront restaurant located in Milwaukee’s Harbor District, will be  celebrating in style with extended hours from 4 p.m. –...

Madison, Wis. — The Office of the Commissioner of Insurance (OCI) is responsible for administering and enforcing the insurance laws of Wisconsin. This includes monitoring the financial and marketing practices of individuals and companies. Each month, OCI publishes the administrative actions it has taken against these entities. The actions are issued by OCI when licensing applicants, or licensed...

SHOREWOOD, Wis.  Dec. 5, 2023 – A primary care clinic to serve residents of Milwaukee’s East Side and North Shore is slated to open in Shorewood in summer 2024, pending approval of the City of Milwaukee Board of Zoning and the Shorewood Plan Commission. Located at 1901 Capitol Drive, the 7,000-square-foot facility will include 13...

MADISON, Wis. – In the latest episode of “WisBusiness.com: The Show,” Dervis Gursoy of Spraycision talks about his precision agriculture company and the problems it can solve for fruit, nut and citrus growers. The show also previews recent and upcoming events. Recently held: SWIFT seminar on launching, growing companies -

CHILTON, Wis., Dec. 5, 2023— In February 2023, Ben Novak assumed ownership of Vern's Cheese, marking the beginning of a new era for the iconic company, which was founded in Chilton in 1964. Today, Vern’s Cheese is a converter and distributor of hundreds of cheeses, as well as a variety of other Wisconsin food brands.