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MADISON, Wis. – As students around Wisconsin head back to school, Attorney General Josh Kaul today is making sure communities know that the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of School Safety (OSS) and all its resources remain available to help keep kids safe this school year. Since its inception in 2018, OSS has become a critical...

Bayfield, Wis. (Sept. 5, 2023) - Honest Dog Books in Bayfield, Wisconsin is celebrating its fourth birthday on September 9 and 10 with food, sales, book readings, and Author Talks.  When: Saturday, September 9 and Sunday, September 10 Time: 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. (Both Days) Where: Honest Dog Books,...

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the village of Baldwin is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to improve its public drinking water system. The projects include the replacement of watermains on Curtis Street, 8th Avenue, 9th Avenue, Oak Street and Maple Street as well...

Menomonie, Wis. – Seringa McHugh has always felt most excited when being creative and making art. This passion started when she was 5 years old, when she became fascinated with activities like photography, drawing and painting. “I was always doing art projects," she said. "During high school, I talked to a family friend who...

MADISON, Wis. – In the latest episode of “WisBusiness.com: The Show,” Buckley Brinkman, executive director of Wisconsin Center for Manufacturing and Productivity, talks about WCMP’s work and an emerging survey of small and mid-sized manufacturers. The Show also previews the following events: “Road shows” on National Science Foundation water/energy grant.

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters that the 2023 bear hunting season opens Sept. 6. The black bear is emblematic of the Northwoods and drawing the chance to hunt bear is a coveted opportunity. The 2023 bear season is open from Sept. 6 to Oct. 10, with specific regulations...

MADISON, Wis. (September 5, 2023) - September may be back to school for many families, but did you know it’s also College Savings Month? Celebrated throughout September, College Savings Month aims to encourage families to save for higher education and learn about the benefits of doing so with a 529 plan. If you haven’t started saving for your...

Menomonie, Wis. – As Wisconsin’s Polytechnic University, University of Wisconsin-Stout emphasizes lifelong applied learning for its students and faculty alike. To further its goal of promoting excellence in teaching and research, the university has awarded sabbaticals, named professorships and an endowed chair to nine professors and associate professors for the upcoming academic year and...

Green Bay, WI — UW-Green Bay launches its 2nd annual Business Development Survey and invites responses from Northeast Wisconsin organizations. The purpose of the survey is to better understand the current training and professional development needs in the region. Survey results will inform the development of future topics and preferred formats and approaches to ensure effective outcomes.

CHARLOTTE, NC (Sept. 5, 2023) – McGriff, one of the leading full-service retail insurance brokers in the U.S., today announced that it has acquired Alternative Risk Resources (ARR), a Wisconsin-based commercial brokerage firm that specializes in captive insurance. The transaction expands McGriff’s presence in the captive insurance market with a firm that has been active in...

MADISON, Wis.—Sept. 5, 2023— WPS Health Solutions has a new Vice President of Enterprise Strategy, Marketing, and Corporate Development. Kaley Wilkinson brings with her expertise in forward-thinking health care strategy, transformation, sales and growth, strategic partnerships, and more. Her extensive background includes leading organizations to accomplish aggressive growth targets and unlock business value in an effort to transform...

Milwaukee, Wis. – Bed Bath & Beyond declared bankruptcy and closed its physical stores in recent months. It was then acquired by furniture and home furnishings e-retailer Overstock.com, a BBB Accredited Business, which rebranded its website and mobile app to Bed Bath & Beyond in the U.S. in early August. Scammers are taking advantage of the big changes by targeting...

La Crosse, Wisconsin – La Crosse Distilling Co. is delighted to announce the annual release of Bluffside Apple Brandy to commemorate their 5-year Anniversary. Bluffside Apple Brandy captures the true essence of the fall season in our region. Locally grown organic apples are harvested and fermented into organic apple cider. The apple cider becomes the base of...

EAU CLAIRE, WI (September 3, 2023) –  Eaum Yoga and Fitness, Eau Claire’s newest wellness center announced today plans for its’ Grand Opening Celebration from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, September 9. The business, co-owned by locally-based Registered Yoga Teachers and Trainers, Taylor Weiss and Malia Markquart is located at 220 Barstow Street, Suite 2, in downtown...

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), in conjunction with the National Weather Service, has issued a Red Flag Warning for today, Sunday, Sept. 3, 2023, from 1 to 7 p.m. for the following counties in southwestern and central Wisconsin: Adams, Columbia, Crawford, Dane, Grant, Green Lake, Green, Iowa, Jackson, Juneau, La...