WisBusiness

Menomonie, Wis. – University of Wisconsin-Stout students interested in hospitality and service excellence had hands-on experiences in luxury this spring semester. The new Service Excellence course, offered through UW-Stout’s School of Management, showcased what it takes to deliver five-star service. “Service excellence is making sure everything exceeds the expectations of guests,” said...

Backyard Dream Productions, based in Downtown Kenosha, now features a Virtual Production Studio, making the business a destination for Extended Reality in Wisconsin. “We provide a unique and immersive experience for clients, transforming their creative visions into breathtaking reality,” states Alex Kudrna, CEO/Founder of Backyard Dream Productions. “Here at Backyard Dream, we’re in the...

Eau Claire, Wis.  (May 31, 2023) – With temperatures and humidity levels expected to rise this week, Xcel Energy is offering tips to help customers find relief from the heat and their bills all summer long. Home cooling can account for about half of a summertime electric bill, and the best way customers can keep...

On Friday, June 2, Public Health Madison & Dane County is hosting a Wear Orange rally raising awareness about the urgent need to end gun violence. “Violence affects every corner of our communities. It’s vital that we come together to make a collective push for change,” said Aurielle Smith, Public Health Director of Policy, Planning, and...

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is highlighting the importance of maintaining safe dams in the wake of National Dam Safety Awareness Day May 31. Dams are an essential part of the infrastructure in the United States, with over 90,000 dams across the country, including about 3,000 in Wisconsin. Proper management and...

Hudson, WI - The Hudson Octagon House Museum announces the launch of the Little Free Library Legacy Museum, honoring the origin and global impact of the Little Free Library movement. The museum will recreate a One-Room Schoolhouse to recognize the inspirational history of the first Little Free Library, and to share the movement's history through engaging displays. Dedicated to...

MADISON, WI - May 31, 2023 - Join Dane County Parks this weekend to help us celebrate National Trails Day! There will be a National Trails Day Celebration on June 3 and a Free Fun Weekend June 3 through 4. Many activities that normally require a permit will have their permit fees waived all weekend so Dane County Park...

MADISON, Wis.—May 31, 2023—Employees, local veterans, and supporters kicked off the Memorial Day weekend by remembering those who never made it home. On May 26, WPS hosted “A Walk to Remember” at its Madison campus. About two dozen walkers had the chance to honor and remember U.S. military personnel and veterans who have died.

MADISON, Wis. – While the number of adults who smoke cigarettes is declining, the rate of vaping is increasing, especially in kids, according to a UW Health Kids expert. Only 11.5% of adults in the United States reported smoking in 2022, compared to about 42% back in 1964 when experts began tracking rates of...

The head of the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation says federal lawmakers have an opportunity to boost support for family farms as they craft the next farm bill.  WFBF yesterday announced its top 2023 Farm Bill priorities for farmers in the state, pointing to dairy issues, crop insurance and conservation funding as particularly important. In...