Doyle: Strong federal stimulus needed to tackle recession
A federal stimulus package focused on "getting people to work" would stem widespread unemployment, Gov. Jim Doyle said as he warned about an upcoming budget plan without "any big new initiatives of any kind."
While he is hopeful that a federal stimulus package will provide relief, Doyle cautioned that there isn't a cure-all for the ailing economy.
"There is real risk...
WisBusiness: Department of Revenue says Wisconsin has entered recession
By WisBusiness staff
Key state indicators show the Wisconsin economy has entered a recession, according to the quarterly Wisconsin Economic Outlook released today by the Department of Revenue.
The DOR's press release also says total state employment is expected to show a 0.6 percent decrease in 2008 and a 2.2 percent drop in 2009, with recovery beginning toward 2010. Personal income...
Great Lakes Quick Lube: Receives “Spirit of Franchising” Award
CONTACT: Barry Bronson
Ashland Communications
859 357-7393
LEXINGTON, KY. – Wisconsin-based Great Lakes Quick Lube LLC (GLQL) has been awarded the “Spirit of Franchising” Award from Valvoline Instant Oil Change (VIOC). The award was given at VIOC’s annual Franchising Workshop in Marco Island, FL. GLQL has five service centers in Madison and 30 in Wisconsin.
The...
