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MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue an authorization for the incidental taking of a rare turtle and lizard, which may result from the US 51 – Tomlinson to Ontario project in Columbia County.  Incidental take refers to the unintentional loss of individual endangered or threatened animals or plants...

Madison, Wis. - The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) and the Universities of Wisconsin announced an agreement today that will allow the Universities to help facilitate the occupational licensing process for their students entering health care fields. “Wisconsin is in a war for talent. It is real and it is urgent,” Universities of Wisconsin...

Milwaukee - This hunting season, set your sights on safety. Before you don your blaze orange, We Energies is reminding deer hunters to thoroughly inspect the heating systems in their cabins. A quick check can prevent a dangerous or even fatal buildup of carbon monoxide. The invisible, odorless gas is caused by the improper burning or...

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has confirmed the fatal shooting of a cougar in Buffalo County. The incident was reported to the DNR’s Violation Hotline on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023. Cougars are a protected species in Wisconsin, so DNR conservation wardens conducted a thorough investigation into the shooting and provided the information...

MILWAUKEE — To promote journalism excellence among high school students, the MPC Endowment has approved $2,500 in grants to the Wisconsin Journalism Education Association. The WisJEA represents high school journalism programs across the state, connecting advisors, supporting student journalists and advocating for First Amendment rights. The MPC Endowment grant includes $1,500 for a student intern...

MILWAUKEE, WI (November 15, 2023) – Junior Achievement Wisconsin (JA) in collaboration with Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) has announced a million-dollar investment to pilot 3DE by JA in two Milwaukee high schools. This national instructional model, established in Atlanta in 2015 and active in 26 cities, aims to recharge the high school education experience and broaden economic opportunities for Milwaukee students.

MADISON, Wis. – In honor of America Recycles Day, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announces the winners of the 2023 Wisconsin Recycling Excellence Awards. The 2023 award winners formed partnerships, engaged community members and implemented systems and equipment to achieve their waste reduction and recycling goals. Their efforts resulted in many tons of...

Madison, WI – Dane and Milwaukee Counties used the 2024 budget process to end the inequitable birth cost recovery policy. Dubbed the “Birth Tax” by ABC for Health, the 2024 Milwaukee County Budget eliminated the unjust and racially inequitable policy of Birth Cost Recovery under the leadership of Supervisor Caroline Gomez-Tom. Dane County, under the stewardship of County...

Marinette, WI -- In December Theatre on the Bay (TOB) returns with its seasonal favorite “Christmas by the Bay,” a collaboration with Children’s Theatre and First Street Academy of Dance, featuring amazing local talent. This year the theme is ‘stage and screen,’ and the audience is invited to sing along to their favoite movie and musical favorites.

MADISON, Wis. – The brains of deceased military veterans had higher levels of two abnormal proteins considered hallmarks of Alzheimer’s disease, suggesting that military veterans face a greater risk for developing Alzheimer’s, according to a new study from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. The study was recently published in Alzheimer’s...

GREEN BAY, Wis. – Downtown Green Bay, Inc. and On Broadway, Inc. will launch their winter event season, showcasing dozens of events and signifying the start of an exciting season in downtown Green Bay. A press conference will be held Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at 11:15 a.m. in Red Sculpture Park. Speakers...

Milwaukee, Wis. – The holiday season is here, and shoppers want to score a deal. You may see social media ads or emails from unfamiliar websites and brands, but they have items that check boxes on your gift lists. You click on the ad, and you’re taken to a website you’ve never heard of before, then you are redirected to another...

MILWAUKEE(November 15, 2023) — Beloit Transit has become the third public transit agency in Wisconsin to simplify daily travel journeys by onboarding WisGo, an account-based fare payment system powered by Umo Mobility (a division of the Cubic Corporation.) WisGo offers riders a unified way to pay fare, plan a trip and track transportation options. The Milwaukee County Transit System...

While prices in food fluctuate year over year, the farmer’s share of the food dollar remains near just 15%. According to the United States Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service, a food dollar represents a $1 expenditure on domestically grown and raised food by U.S. consumers. Many contributing factors continue to impact the price of...

NEENAH, Wis. – Nov 16, 2023 - Luke Gambaro has been named Beverage Sales Director at Galloway Company, the largest cream liqueur base supplier in the U.S. and leading dairy product processor. In a planned succession to Mark Gottsacker, who has been with Galloway for over 18-years and in the beverage industry for 30 years. Gambaro brings...