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A federal evaluation of state health preparedness plans gives Wisconsinhigh marks in the state’s ability to respond to all types of publichealth emergencies.  “Wisconsin is well prepared to deal with crisis and public healthemergencies,” said Dr. Sheri Johnson, State Health Officer.  “Thisfederal evaluation confirms our progress and indicates that Wisconsinhas invested its resources wisely.”The Centers for Disease Control and...

MADISON - The same chemical reaction that causes iron to rust plays a similarly corrosive role in our bodies. Oxidative stress chips away at healthy cells and is a process, scientists know, that contributes to a host of diseases and conditions in humans ranging from Alzheimer's, heart disease and stroke to cancer and the inexorable process of aging.Now, writing...

MILWAUKEE – The Wisconsin Bio Industry Alliance (WBIA) announced today that of the more than $1 billion of agriculture exports from Wisconsin, dried distillers grain (DDGs), a co-product of the ethanol production process, has seen a 245 percent increase. According to recent USDA report announced by Wisconsin Governor Jim Doyle, exports of DDGs increased from $6 million in 2006 to $19.2 million in 2007. “This...

The Future of Energy Storage Is Now Known as ZESS: Zinc Energy Storage Systems MILWAUKEE, Feb. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- ZBB Energy Corporation (AMEX:ZBB) today announced that it has introduced the commercial product platform ZESS, the Zinc Energy Storage System. The announcement came at the CleanEquity Monaco 2008 Emerging Environmental Technology Conference. The new name more accurately describes the function of...

University's use of classroom capture platform creating worldwide educational impact MADISON, Wis., Feb. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Sonic Foundry, Inc. (NASDAQ:SOFO) , a leader in automated rich media communications technology, today announced that Villanova University's College of Engineering, a Sonic Foundry customer since 2003, has been named a finalist of the IMS Global Learning Consortium 2008 Learning Impact Awards. The...

Public will Vote Online to Determine Grand Prize Winners MILWAUKEE, Feb. 21 /PRNewswire/ -- Funjet Vacations is giving couples the chance to win a dream honeymoon they'll never forget at the Walt Disney World(R) Resort in Orlando, Fla. From now through April 30, 2008, couples can showcase their creative skills and submit their photos or video incorporating Funjet Vacations...

MADISON - Working with University of Wisconsin-Madison engineering and business school faculty and students, a Wisconsin entrepreneur has perfected a fiber-reinforced fishing lure that may prevent millions of pounds of toxic plastics from polluting waters nationwide.Earning raves in the sport-fishing world, entrepreneur Ben Hobbins plans to launch his strong, sustainable soft lure in sporting goods stores in late February.Each...

Project to create 17 jobs   MADISON— Governor Jim Doyle today announced that Applied Data Consultants, Eau Claire, Chippewa County, will receive $100,000 in Technology Zone tax credits. The project is expected to create 17 new positions.   “In order to compete in the global economy it’s important we move industries, companies, and communities forward, and create good-paying jobs for our citizens,”...

MADISON — Governor Jim Doyle announced today that the City of Wautoma will receive a $300,000 grant from the Community Development Block Grant–Public Facilities (CDBG-PF) program of the Department of Commerce (Commerce) to fund the construction of a new storm sewer and retention pond.   “Investing in infrastructure is an important part of enhancing the ability of communities and businesses to...

MADISON – With just under eight weeks left in the individual income tax filing season, the Department of Revenue (DOR) reminds taxpayers that electronic filing is the quickest, most accurate way to file tax returns and receive refunds.  Through February 16, more than three-quarters of state returns received had been e-filed.   “We are encouraged that so many Wisconsinites are choosing...

Project to create 25 jobs   MADISON—Governor Jim Doyle announced today that RKB Enterprises, LLC, in Sturtevant will receive a Blight Elimination and Brownfield Redevelopment (BEBR) grant of $325,000 to help remediate a 13-acre site and create 25 full-time positions.   “Vacant lands hold great potential for new growth and vitality,” Governor Doyle said.  “These grants are an excellent way to help...

From WisBusiness.com ... -- Led by surging agricultural exports that increased 45 percent last year, total state sales abroad rose nearly 12 percent in 2007 to a record $19.2 billion. Gov. Jim Doyle lauded the news and said Wisconsin is now the 19th-largest exporting state, up two places from 2006. Since Doyle took office in 2003, he said exports...

WisBusiness.com The state Public Service Commission will hold a rescheduled meeting in Madison on Monday to get public input on a controversial plan from the American Transmission Company (ATC) to build a 345-kilovolt transmission line from the east Dane County to the west side of Middleton. One of the proposed routes would run along the Beltline and be...

By Brian E. Clark WisBusiness.com Led by surging agricultural exports that increased 45 percent last year, total state sales abroad rose nearly 12 percent in 2007 to a record $19.2 billion. Gov. Jim Doyle lauded the news and said Wisconsin is now the 19th-largest exporting state, up two places from 2006. Since Doyle took office in 2003, he said...