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PCS: Chairperson Valcq reacts to $1 billion federal ‘internet for all’ investment

Contact: Meghan Sovey608-266-9600meghan.sovey1@wisconsin.gov Broadband Equity, Access & Deployment Program funding will prioritize unserved households and businesses in the state MADISON – Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) Chairperson Rebecca Cameron Valcq shared the following statement in response to the announcement that the state will receive more than...

National Guard: 94 cadets graduate Wisconsin Challenge Academy’s 50th class

Contact: Capt. Keith Peter ng.wi.wiarng.mbx.wi-pao@army.mil  608-242-3050 BARABOO, Wis. — In an emotional and optimistic ceremony attended by family and friends, 94 cadets graduated from the residential phase of the Wisconsin Challenge Academy during a June 21 ceremony at Baraboo High School. The Wisconsin Challenge Academy began in 1998. This ceremony marked...

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers: Assistant Business Manager John M. Jacobs to take over as Business Manager and Financial Secretary of IBEW Local 494

Contact:Ryan Neibauer (414) 870-2081ryan@ibew494.com Milwaukee, WI - This coming Friday, Local 494 of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) will be transferring the duties of Business Manager and Financial Secretary over to current Assistant Business Manager John M. Jacobs.  Starting July 1st, Dean A. Warsh will be joining the IBEW 6th...

Sen. Baldwin: Delivers more than $1 billion to Wisconsin to expand access to high-speed internet

Contact: press@baldwin.senate.gov202-224-6225 Investment comes after Baldwin successfully “Badgered the FCC” to improve broadband map and ensure Wisconsin gets its fair share of resources WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) announced that Wisconsin is receiving $1.05 billion in federal funds through the Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) program to...

Wisconsin Bankers Association: Announces new hires and promotions

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Bankers Association is pleased to announce several new hires and staff promotions. Sandy Giese has been promoted to chief financial officer and vice president – administration and has been with the Assocation for nine years. Ron Howe has been promoted to director – accounting. Howe has nine years of service...

New North: Microgrant fund makes awards to 20 non-profit organizations

Contact: Jeff Blumb920.328.5454  media@blumbcc.com Grants totaling $110,000 will assist ethnic and small business owners, entrepreneurs NEW NORTH, June 26, 2023 – Twenty non-profit organizations within the New North region this week received awards totaling $110,000 from a microgrant fund designed to support ethnic and diverse businesses in their startup or growth phase....

Kids from Wisconsin: Announces the 55th edition of their summer tour

Contact:Michael SanderExecutive Director414-266-7067Michael.Sander@kidsfromwisconsin.org 55 Years of "Wisconsin's Musical Ambassadors Milwaukee-- June 23, 2023-- The Kids from Wisconsin are excited to announce the 55th edition of its touring show, which will kick off on June 30th, 2023. The "Star Struck" show will honor historical individuals and groups who have risen to...

Dept. of Transportation: Awarded $15 million to reduce road congestion, improve safety

Contact:WisDOT Office of Public Affairs608-266-3581 opa.exec@dot.wi.gov State secures U.S. DOT RAISE grant The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is ready to get to work and apply the recently announced $15 million federal grant to modernize infrastructure, reduce congestion and improve community connectivity along I-41 in Milwaukee County. The investment comes from...

Carmel Builders: Joins the Alair network of partners

Contacts:Megan SlavenCarmel Builders262-333-9755megan@carmelbuilders.com Natalie HarperAlair Enterprises780-909-2281Natalie.harper@alairhomes.com Alair expands the custom home building franchise with its first location in Milwaukee Menomonee Falls, Wis. (June 26, 2023) – Carmel Builders, an award-winning firm specializing in large-scale remodels and custom new homes, is proud to announce it has joined Alair™, the largest...

Business advocates applaud GOP tax cut plan, personal property tax repeal

Business advocates in the state are applauding the Legislature’s Joint Finance Committee for advancing a plan to cut income taxes by $3.5 billion, as well as the recent repeal of the personal property tax.  Bill Smith, state director in Wisconsin for the National Federation of Independent Business, noted the majority of small businesses file...

MON AM News: Business advocates applaud GOP tax cut plan, personal property tax repeal; Tax package includes breaks for retailers, banks, company R&D

-- Business advocates in the state are applauding the Legislature’s Joint Finance Committee for advancing a plan to cut income taxes by $3.5 billion, as well as the recent repeal of the personal property tax.  Bill Smith, state director in Wisconsin for the National Federation of Independent Business, noted the majority of small businesses...
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