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CONTACT: Thad Nation, (414) 412-7814 (MADISON, Wis.)—The coalition for Clean, Responsible Energy for Wisconsin’s Economy (CREWE) released this statement Tuesday from its Executive Director, Thad Nation, on the introduction of a revised version of the Clean Energy Jobs Act: “CREWE is currently examining the full text of the revised bill, but it appears that this new legislation has taken into account many...

Contact: Brian Taffora 608-252-9245 MADISON – Philip Prange, President and CEO of the Wisconsin Business Council, issued this statement on Tuesday following the introduction of a new version of the Clean Energy Jobs Act: “Today’s revised bill is a positive step towards passing legislation that puts Wisconsin in a better position to capitalize on the potential for new, green jobs while growing...

Contact: Dan Cunningham, Forward Janesville (608) 757-3160 (JANESVILLE, Wis.)—State legislators and area business leaders called for an expansion of Interstate 39/90 between Beloit and Madison to six lanes in order to create jobs, ensure safety and build stronger communities at a rally held Monday at the Holiday Inn Express and Janesville Conference Center. The event was...

Contact: Nick George, President 608-255-9946 Nick.George@mwfpa.org Brian Elliott Dir. of Communications 608-255-9946 Brian.Elliott@mwfpa.org The Midwest Food Processors Association (MWFPA) has launched its redesigned website featuring enhanced graphics, improved navigation and sections tailored to current and prospective members. The URL for the site is http://www.mwfpa.org “This marks the beginning of our association’s efforts to enhance our...

Contact: Keith Reopelle, Senior Policy Director, 608.251.7020 ext. 11, 608.212.2935 (cell) Madison, Wis. – After reviewing the substitute amendment of the Clean Energy Jobs Act released this morning, Clean Wisconsin’s senior policy director, Keith Reopelle, released the following statement this afternoon. “The substitute amendment to the Clean Energy Jobs Act released this morning represents a hard...

Contact: Ezra Meyer, Water Resources Specialist, 608.251.7020 ext. 20, 608.843.3972 (cell) Proposed System Would Further Burden Water Protection Program Madison, Wis. – A new proposal easing permit requirements for large-scale livestock operations could increase the already high environmental and health impacts of factory farms, according to testimony delivered today at public hearings held by the Wisconsin...

FEATURED EVENT Business After Hours Thursday, April 22 | 5:00-7:00 PM | Ward's House of Prime - Milwaukee Register (http://www.mmac.org/display/router.asp?docid=488&event=1258&startDate=04/22/10) A Prime Networking Opportunity Any way you slice it, this is bound to be a great night for networking. Ward's House of Prime takes a "how you like it" approach to steakhouse dining with high-end entrees, fair prices...

Contact: Laura Smith, Office of the Governor, 608-261-2162 MEDIA ADVISORY Governor Jim Doyle and Amtrak Board Chairman Thomas Carper will discuss the state’s plans to develop high speed passenger rail tomorrow, Thursday, April 15, 2010 at 11:30 a.m. at the Intermodal Station in Milwaukee. The media availability follows a meeting involving the Amtrak Board of Directors and top federal and state...

Contact: Joshua Morby Phone: 920.791.9120 Email: media@thenewnorth.com NEW NORTH – A region’s commitment to education is one of the best indicators of social, cultural and economic health. In the New North, education is a top priority and an area of clear competitive strength. The region boasts a strong array of educational partners that provide countless opportunities for students at any...

CONTACT: Susan Bach, Director of Communications PHONE: 414- 847- 6085 FAX: 414-302- 0355 E-MAIL: sbach@wisconsin.bbb.org Beware of fake complaint reports coming from seatac@bbb.org Milwaukee, Wis. –...

Contact: Joshua Morby 414.791.9120 Measures would cut costs, create jobs and slash greenhouse gas emissions WASHINGTON, DC – Wisconsin-based Marathon Engine Systems joined more than 80 business, labor, environmental, and government organizations this week in urging Congress to adopt new tax policy to enhance energy efficiency in order to simultaneously increase manufacturing competitiveness, create jobs, and reduce pollution. Marathon has also been...

For more information, please contact: The Milwaukee Press Club Joette Richards, (262) 894-2224 milwaukeepressclub@gmail.com http://www.milwaukeepressclub.org MILWAUKEE – Mark Neumann, a Republican candidate for Wisconsin governor, will be the featured guest at the Milwaukee Press Club’s next Newsmaker Luncheon. The event will take place Wednesday, April 21, from 11:45 to 1:30 p.m. at the Newsroom Pub in downtown Milwaukee at 137 E. Wells St. Neumann, a former...

CONTACT: Stephanie Marquis, 608-266-2300 State revenue officials are encouraging people who have not yet filed their state income tax return to electronically file before tomorrow’s deadline. State income tax returns must be received or postmarked by midnight April 15th. The Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) expects approximately 3 million tax returns this season and about 70% of...

For more information, contact: Eric Skrum, Wisconsin Bankers Association, 608/441-1216, eskrum@wisbank.com (MADISON) – The Wisconsin Bankers Association (WBA) is offering a reward up to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the bank robbery at the National Exchange Bank and Trust in Elkhart Lake. The National Exchange Bank and Trust in Elkhart Lake was robbed...