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(Green Bay, Wis.) – During March and April, 73,880 tons of cargo moved through the Port of Green Bay. March and April totals last season came in at 204,040, while totals for the same months in 2023 and 2022 were 186,066 and 101,252 tons, respectively. “This shipping season is off to a slow start with...

MADISON, Wis.—The Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) announced today that Governor Tony Evers selected Leana Nakielski Mesdjian as its Deputy Executive Director. In this executive leadership role, Nakielski Mesdjian will utilize her community outreach, engagement, and leadership experience to support WHEDA’s work expanding access to affordable housing.  Nakielski Mesdjian has extensive experience...

As Congress considers budget reconciliation legislation this week, Feeding Wisconsin urges lawmakers to reject proposals that would reduce funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). When these programs are strong, they help families in Wisconsin get the resources they need – cuts would mean individuals will face even more challenges to put food on the table.

LakeForecast Returns with Near-Real-Time Data for Madison-Area Lake ConditionsClean Lakes Alliance volunteers collect data at more than 80 points around all five lakes MADISON, Wis., May 21, 2025 – With the “unofficial” start to summer this weekend, Clean Lakes Alliance is excited to kick off its 13th season of monitoring the Greater Madison lakes. Starting this Thursday,...

Evers Administration virtual job fairs draw nearly 300 participants across eight different high-demand career sector job fairs  “Here in Wisconsin, we don’t turn our backs on the dedicated public servants who bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and perspective to our workforce, and I’m glad that we’ve been able to offer critical resources to about 300 folks who have been left in the lurch by the reckless actions of the Trump Administration,” said Gov....

MADISON – The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development today released U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates of employment and unemployment statistics for metropolitan areas, major cities, and counties in Wisconsin for April 2025.In brief, the nonseasonally adjusted data for Wisconsin shows: Metropolitan Statistical Areas: Preliminary April 2025 unemployment rates decreased in the 13 metropolitan areas...

Partnership with Green Bay football legend includes a new menu item inspired by #30 MILWAUKEE, WI (May 21, 2025) –Potawatomi Casino Hotel is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Green Bay football legend John Kuhn as a spokesperson for the Potawatomi Sportsbook. The Las Vegas-style sportsbook is home to a...

Nearly 230,000 Wisconsinites who rely on Medicaid and Affordable Care Act will lose health insurance WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) slammed President Trump and Republicans’ bill that will cut Medicaid and attack the Affordable Care Act after a new report revealed their plan will terminate health insurance for 228,000 Wisconsinites. Overnight, House Republicans...

Publication highlights farmer-led initiatives for a more sustainable food system GREEN BAY, Wis. — Farmers for Sustainable Food today announced the release of its 2024 Progress Report, a yearly report that highlights the organization's major accomplishments and milestones from the previous year. “This past year, FSF supported 400 farmers across 10...

Shopping center to revamp theater footprint to meet retailer interest and bring guests “more of what you love” The Corners West End mixed-use development moving forward as it enters schematic planning phase; construction expected to start in first half of 2026 Town of Brookfield, Wis. – The Corners of Brookfield today announced a major initiative...

An executive with Dairyland Power Cooperative says wind energy coupled with battery storage will be a “monster workhorse” for the western Wisconsin region where the co-op operates.  Kevin Nordt is executive vice president and chief strategy officer for Dairyland, based in La Crosse. He spoke yesterday during a Wisconsin Technology Council event in Madison,...

-- An executive with Dairyland Power Cooperative says wind energy coupled with battery storage will be a “monster workhorse” for the western Wisconsin region where the co-op operates.  Kevin Nordt is executive vice president and chief strategy officer for Dairyland, based in La Crosse. He spoke yesterday during a Wisconsin Technology Council event in...

MADISON – The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) has awarded $978,637 in Wisconsin Fast Forward grants to 18 school districts across the state that will serve an estimated 4,281 students. The Advanced Manufacturing Technical Education Equipment grants will help schools prepare students for quality careers and address the state's skilled labor shortage. Schools will use the...