WisBusiness

-- Republican lawmakers want to establish a grant program to encourage new pharmacists to practice in rural Wisconsin.  Sen. Rob Stafsholt, R-New Richmond, and Rep. Alex Dallman, R-Green Lake, are circulating a bill for co-sponsorship that would create this program under the state’s Higher Educational Aids Board. The bill would also exempt from taxation...

MILWAUKEE — Margo A. Bagley, Asa Griggs Candler Professor and associate dean for research at Emory University School of Law, will deliver Marquette University Law School’s annual Nies Lecture in Intellectual Property on Thursday, April 20, at 4:30 p.m. in the Lubar Center at Eckstein Hall, 1215 W. Michigan St. Bagley’s lecture, “Innovator Ecosystem...

MADISON, Wis.—The University of Wisconsin’s Wisconsin Institute for Citizenship and Civil Dialogue is hosting a panel discussion Friday, April 21, on the First Amendment, civil dialogue, and creating a marketplace of ideas at our public universities.  “Fostering a Marketplace of Ideas” will take place at UW-Milwaukee at Waukesha’s Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, 1500 N. University Drive,...

It is our goal to ensure each year, the Juneteenth Celebration will continue to exemplify and reflect that resilience, whichhas contributed to the transformative experiences of all Americans. Thus, our theme; “Juneteenth 2023…Black Resilience:Collective Liberation and Transformation”! Kujichagulia Madison Center for Self- Determination Inc. collaboration with ourcommunity partners, All of Us –Research Project, UW WID/WARF, Urban League...

MADISON, Wis. – Prem Meats in Prairie du Sac, Wis., is issuing a voluntary Class I recall for packaged pork and beef products sold at its retail store. The affected products carry a mark of inspection with establishment No. 793 and includes: Bacon wrapped pork loin, sold in one or two pieces...

WASHINGTON, April 17, 2023 – U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the availability of $20 million to deliver broadband technical assistance resources for rural communities, and to support the development and expansion of broadband cooperatives. USDA is offering the funding under the new Broadband Technical Assistance Program. The program supports technical assistance projects such as...

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Bankers Association (WBA) will celebrate its sixth annual Power of Community Week April 17–22, 2023. Bank employees are engaged in their communities throughout the year, and this special week highlights the collective impact of Wisconsin's banking industry. The WBA Power of Community Week highlights the relationships banks have with local residents, business owners,...

APPLETON - Lawrence University’s Conservatory of Music will present its Major Works concert April 21, an annual showcase of orchestral and choral talent from across multiple ensembles. The performance is set for 8 p.m. in Memorial Chapel, featuring three significant pieces—Lili Boulanger’s orchestral nod to spring, D’un matin de printemps (Of a Spring Morning), Jake Runestad’s much-lauded A Silence Haunts Me, and Reena Esmail’s musical embrace of connections between...

BROOKFIELD, Wis. – April 19, 2023 – DiDonato Wealth Advisors, a private wealth advisory practice with Ameriprise Financial in Brookfield, was named to the list of “Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams” published by Forbes. The list recognizes financial advisors and their teams who have demonstrated highlevels of ethical standards, professionalism, and success in the business.

De Pere, Wis.: St. Norbert College senior Crystal Schuster took home the top paper award at the Central States Communication Association (CSCA) conference in St. Louis, Mo. The conference was held March 30 through April 1.  Schuster, a double major in psychology and communication and media studies, with a minor in Spanish, presented “Meet the Family: A...

Menomonie, Wis. — A new vice chancellor for Enrollment and Strategic Initiatives has been named at University of Wisconsin-Stout.  The appointment of Ediz Kaykayoglu was announced Monday, April 17, by Chancellor Katherine Frank.  Kaykayoglu will be responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction for all aspects of university enrollment management. 

Sgt. 1st Class Johnny Ferreira has had many jobs since he was 17 years old — infantryman, military policeman, unit supply specialist, plumber and recruiter — but it may be accurate to say that the Wisconsin Army National Guard has been his livelihood, if not his lifeline. “I grew up in a rough neighborhood...