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Greenfield, Wis. - To raise awareness for American Heart Month, Healthline First Aid in Greenfield is offering free hands-only CPR training sessions on Saturday, Feb. 17. “More than 350,000 cardiac arrests happen outside of hospitals every year,” said Andrew Berger, owner of Healthline First Aid. “We are seeing an alarming increase in young people —...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 9, 2024Contact: Caleb Kulich, Public Information Officer, (608) 621-1290, caleb.kulich@wisconsin.gov MADISON, Wis. – Related to yesterday’s uncharacteristically warm February weather, recent storms – including a tornado in southern Wisconsin – have led consumers to seek contractors who can complete repair work as soon as possible. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer...

MILWAUKEE — Cecelia Gore, executive director of the Brewers Community Foundation, will be the next guest for the “Get to Know” program series of Marquette University Law School’s Lubar Center for Public Policy Research and Civic Education, on Tuesday, Feb. 13, at 12:15 p.m. at Eckstein Hall, 1215 W. Michigan St. Derek Mosley, director...

The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire will offer a bachelor of science in professional studies major starting in fall 2024 to promote bachelor’s degree completion for students who have either earned an associate degree or have significant college credits. The UW System Board of Regents on Feb. 9 approved the new major that will provide...

Corey Chamberlain and Ryan Kotila Join the NCG Hospitality Team as the Vice President of Capital Markets and Design and Construction Project Manager MADISON, WI – February 2024 | Today NCG Hospitality welcomes two hires joining their already exemplary team. Bringing new expertise to NCG Hospitality’s roster, Corey Chamberlain joins NCG Hospitality as the new...

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Bankers Association (WBA) is pleased to announce that Gerald Jacobson, president and CEO of Northwestern Bank, headquartered in Chippewa Falls, Wis., has been named the 2023 Banker of the Year. An award ceremony was held the evening of February 8, 2024, in Wisconsin Dells at the largest banking industry event in the state,...

ontact: Dan Richter, Public Information Officer, (608) 419-5352, dan.richter@wisconsin.gov MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is accepting nominations through March 29, 2024 for three seats on the Wisconsin Potato Industry Board. Producers who grow and sell potatoes in the following districts are eligible to nominate other producers...

MADISON, Wis. – Construction work is on schedule at UW Health Eastpark Medical Center with a plan to begin seeing patients on Oct. 28. More than two dozen specialties will open their doors to patients in three phases, with most areas operational by mid-November. Eastpark Medical Center is across from East Madison Hospital on the...

OSHKOSH, Wis. (Feb. 9, 2024)— Fox World Travel, a leading travel company recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Small Employers, expands its reach by launching its official virtual vacation travel branch. This innovative move allows the company to serve travel lovers nationwide, offering personalized vacation planning and unparalleled expertise regardless of location. Known for its diverse portfolio...

Milwaukee, Wis., Feb. 9, 2024 – Created to cultivate the resources and partnerships essential for building a Milwaukee for all, the Greater Milwaukee Foundation’s Greater Together Campaign exceeded its ambitious $700 million fundraising goal, leaders announced today. Spanning seven years, and concluding Dec. 31, 2023, the Foundation’s first campaign was historic, marking also the first...

Milwaukee, Wis. – Ordering flowers for Valentine's Day? Don’t procrastinate, or you may end up falling for a scam. BBB.org/ScamTracker has received numerous reports from shoppers who turned to online florists for last-minute orders. They paid for a beautiful arrangement but got disappointing flowers – or nothing at all.  How the scam works Unfortunately, you waited...

— In an extraordinary collaboration, former NBA players Marcus Landry and Carl Landry, alongside local real estate leader Rafael Garcia and other businesses unite forces to launch a groundbreaking agricultural and esports initiative in Milwaukee. Small local companies, including Joseph Project, GT Branding Agency, and Technology Support, contributed to this visionary endeavor by...

-- This week’s episode of “WisBusiness: the Podcast” is with DJ Vogel, a cybersecurity expert and founding partner of Ghostscale.  The Madison-based consultancy was launched late last year by a group of tech industry veterans that had previously worked together in the mid-2000s.  “Since then, we’ve gotten back together as Ghostscale because we saw there was a gap in the market,...