WISCONSIN WORKERS’ COMPENSATION COSTS PER CLAIM CONTINUED TO GROW, WCRI STUDY REPORTS
Average Costs per Claim Still Among the Lowest of 14 Study States
CAMBRIDGE, MA, April 2, 2008 – The average workers’ compensation total cost per claim in Wisconsin grew rapidly for four of the five years in the study including 8 percent in 2005/2006 claims, according to a new study by the Workers Compensation Research Institute (WCRI). This growth was...
What Would You Look Like Bald? Like a Hero to Kids With Cancer, Says the St. Baldrick’s Foundation
MIDDLETON, Wis., April 7, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- Each year cancer touches so many of our lives, and it kills more children in the United States than any other disease. At 6:00 PM on Tuesday, April 15th, the second annual event in Middleton, Wisconsin will see over 38 people from six companies participate, raising funds for life-saving cancer research. These...
Plexus Announces Modest North American Expansions
Operation in San Jose, CA relocating and additional 48,000 Sq Ft in Chicago, IL area.
NEENAH, Wis., April 7, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Plexus Corp. (NASDAQ:PLXS) today announced that it has committed to two facility leases that will modestly expand its North American manufacturing footprint. Plexus' San Jose-area operation will relocate to a larger 46,000 sq ft facility located approximately...
Ashland University Selects Mediasite by Sonic Foundry for Web-Based Learning
Mediasite used across several departments to boost retention and student recruitment
MADISON, Wis., April 7, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Sonic Foundry, Inc. (NASDAQ:SOFO) , the recognized market leader for rich media communications and knowledge management, today announced that Ashland University, named to the top tier of Midwest universities offering master's programs by U.S. News & World Report and "Best in...
Markel American Insurance Company Announces the Introduction of the Markel Helmsman Yacht Program on the MAGIC System
WAUKESHA, Wis., April 4, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- Markel American Insurance Company today announced the release of their enhanced Markel Helmsman Yacht Insurance program that provides coverage for boats with lengths of 26 feet and over. This program, designed to meet the unique needs of the yacht owner, joins their other Specialty Personal Lines, such as motorcycle and various boat...
Harley-Davidson Employees in Wisconsin Approve New Labor Agreements
MILWAUKEE, April 4, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- All three unions representing Harley-Davidson (NYSE:HOG) employees in Wisconsin voted today to ratify new collective bargaining agreements with the Company. The new four-year agreements, which cover approximately 2,210 employees, became effective retroactive to April 1.
The Company has individual labor agreements with United Steelworkers (USW) Local 2-209, representing about 1,700 employees and International Association...
The Popular Las Vegas Offer is Back!
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MILWAUKEE, April 4, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- There's never been a better time to visit Las Vegas than right now! In 2008, travelers will see new resorts including Palazzo and Trump International, incredible shopping from designer splurges to bargain deals, world-renowned dining, and exciting new headliners such as Bette Midler, Jersey Boys and...
Plexus Completes Previously Announced Debt Offering
$150 Million in Long-Term Debt and Up to $200 Million in Revolving Credit
NEENAH, Wis., April 4, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Plexus Corp. (NASDAQ:PLXS) today announced that it has successfully arranged the debt facilities planned in connection with its financial recapitalization announced February 25, 2008.
The Company entered into an unsecured credit agreement with an expanded bank group, Bank of Montreal...
AIG Travel Guard Expands Free Assistance to Include Passengers Stranded by ATA Airlines’ Shut Down
Travel Assistance Call Volume up 10 percent due to rise in Airline Bankruptcies
STEVENS POINT, Wis., April 4, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- On the heels of AIG Travel Guard coming to the aid of travelers impacted by the shutdown of Aloha Airlines earlier this week, the company announced that it will also provide free emergency travel assistance services to all...
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MILWAUKEE, April 4, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- One vacation is simply never enough. And with so many great places to choose from around the world, one amazing vacation experience can easily lead to inspiration...
Winners Named in Sub-Zero and Wolf’s Kitchen Design Contest
Judges Identify New Kitchen Design Trends Among Nationwide Entries
MADISON, Wis., April 4, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- Sub-Zero, Inc. and Wolf Appliance, Inc., the industry leaders in refrigeration, wine storage and cooking equipment, today revealed the winners and design trends from its prestigious, bi-annual Kitchen Design Contest. Seven distinguished industry professionals evaluated more than 1,600 entries and identified kitchen design...
Organic Valley Celebrates 20 Years of Progress Through Partnership
2007 Sales at $432.5 Million
LA FARGE, Wis., March 26 /PRNewswire/ -- Twenty years ago, a group of Wisconsin farmers formed Organic Valley Family of Farms with a shared vision the cooperative still maintains: Work in partnership to produce healthy, nutritious organic food; keep family farmers farming; help revitalize rural communities while serving as stewards of the earth; and...
