Wisconsin Christians for Justice in Palestine: Holds press conference and prayer vigil for immediate ceasefire
Wisconsin Christians for Justice in Palestine (comprised of clergy, retired clergy, and lay persons; along with 13 main line Christian denominations and Unitarian Universalists) calls for people of good conscience to join in objecting to the largely unreflective American support – in words and taxpayer dollars – for the Israeli Defense Force’s prosecution of a war without...
Appleton VA: Clinic hosting community blood drive Nov. 13
APPLETON — The John H. Bradley VA Clinic, 10 Tri-Park Way, is hosting a community blood drive on Nov. 13.
Open to the public, the event will be 6:30-10 a.m. The Community Blood Center is overseeing the event.
Potential donors can schedule the appointment online at www.communityblood.org/donor. Log in, click “Donate...
UW-Madison: New paper links childhood deprivation and accelerated biological aging later in life
CONTACT: Tommy Jaime, 608-265-6175, tjaime@lafollette.wisc.edu
MADISON, Wis., - By using advanced epigenetic aging techniques and new data from older adults, a team of researchers found that being deprived of a nurturing childhood environment is associated with accelerated biological aging at older ages, according to a new paper led by Assistant Professor Lauren Schmitz of the La Follette School...
Institute for Women’s Leadership releases results of survey focused on Milwaukee women
Nearly half of women included in a recent survey of Milwaukee workers are seeking jobs with a different organization, compared to about a third of surveyed men.
Marquette University’s Institute for Women’s Leadership yesterday released results of the online survey as part of its report, “Milwaukee Women in the Workplace.” It was distributed in...
WED AM News: Institute for Women’s Leadership releases results of survey focused on Milwaukee women; Generac selected by U.S. DOE for Puerto Rico resilience effort
-- Nearly half of women included in a recent survey of Milwaukee workers are seeking jobs with a different organization, compared to about a third of surveyed men.
Marquette University’s Institute for Women’s Leadership yesterday released results of the online survey as part of its report, “Milwaukee Women in the Workplace.” It was distributed...
Edge: Hosts workshop on meaningful milk pricing reform
INWOOD, Iowa — Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, the third largest dairy cooperative in the country based on milk volume, hosted a workshop on meaningful milk pricing reform in northwest Iowa this week. The session aimed to shed light on the cooperative’s efforts to reform the U.S. milk pricing system through the Federal Milk Marketing Order hearing process...
Corners of Brookfield: Town center spreads holiday cheer with toy drive, light installation, live reindeer, winter yoga and more
Town of Brookfield, Wis. – The Corners of Brookfield today announced its highly-anticipated seasonal events schedule with a focus on holiday giving, family activities and more.
From Thanksgiving through the New Year, The Corners will light up the night with larger-than-life light installations and displays, including an all-new, 16ft. holiday teddy bear lighted with more than 3,500 lights in...
Dairyland Power, Vernon Electric Cooperative: Support community hunger solutions
La Crosse, Wisconsin —Dairyland Power Cooperative and Vernon Electric Cooperative are proud to announce their contribution to the Vernon Economic Development Association’s (VEDA) Community Hunger Solutions program. This joint contribution underscores their commitment to making a positive impact in the local community and addressing food insecurity.
“We recognize the importance of supporting initiatives that...
Marquette University: Nearly half of women surveyed by Institute for Women’s Leadership at Marquette are looking for new jobs amid concerning workplace trends
MILWAUKEE — In a survey of nearly 1,600 members of the Milwaukee-area workforce, 48% of women surveyed are currently looking for other career opportunities, citing career advancement, pay and work/life balance as main reasons, according to “Milwaukee Women in the Workplace,” a white paper released by the Institute for Women’s Leadership at Marquette University.
Lemberg: Signs and lighting shines bright with top honors in 2023 Wisconsin Sign Association Design Contest
BROOKFIELD, WIS. (November 7, 2023) - Brookfield electrical contracting and lighting firm, Lemberg Signs and Lighting, is proud to announce its outstanding achievements in the 2023 Wisconsin Sign Association Sign Design Contest, which recognizes Wisconsin’s leading sign companies and their professional designers. Lemberg designers clinched first place in two distinct categories, Wayfinding and Electronic Message Center (EMC), showcasing their dedication...
Festival Foods: Honoring Veterans year-round: Sixth annual Veterans Day tribute
GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN – (November 7, 2023) – Mark Skogen, Festival Foods' president and CEO, expressed the company's deep honor in backing veterans. This commitment goes beyond providing complimentary items on Veterans Day; Festival Foods proudly sponsors regular Heroes Cafes gatherings across various locations, sponsors a variety of veterans programs and events across the state, and designates...
Holiday Folk Fair International: Receives support of area businesses
MILWAUKEE, WI -- In addition to the production and coordination services of the International Institute of Wisconsin (IIW), other businesses play significant roles in supporting the annual Holiday Folk Fair International, which will be held Fri., Nov. 17 – Sun., Nov. 19, 2023, Exposition Center at Wisconsin State Fair Park in West Allis, Wis.
Assisting the...

