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MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the Rib Mountain Sanitary District is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to address deficiencies in its public drinking water system. The project includes the installation of a treatment system for the removal PFAS. Activities related to...

GREEN BAY, WI March 31, 2023 – Justice for All: The Legacy of Chief Justice Shirley S. Abrahamson will be on display at the Neville Public Museum starting Saturday, April1, 2023.This exhibit presents the groundbreaking career of Wisconsin’s first woman justice, her impact on the Wisconsin court system, and her place in history. It highlights causes she championed—women’s rights,...

West Bend, WI – April Is Family Strengthening Month in Wisconsin. This month and throughout the year, the Washington County Health & Human Services Department encourages all individuals and organizations to play a role in making Washington County a safe place for children and families. This year’s theme is Building Together: Prevention in Partnership. Research shows that...

Twenty teams of middle school students from across northeast Wisconsin will participate in the 8th annual SeaPerch competition at Ashwaubenon Community Pool on Saturday, April 1, 2023. Teams compete with self-built, underwater Remote Operated Vehicles (ROV) sponsored by the NEW Manufacturing Alliance, North Coast Marine Manufacturing Alliance, Fincantieri Marine Group, Cruisers Yachts, Einstein Project, and the Navy League. SeaPerch is...

Milwaukee, Wis. – Choosing an assisted living facility is a big decision. Whether you decide for yourself or a loved one, you want to find a new home that meets all your clinical, financial, and lifestyle needs. Here are BBB's tips for researching assisted living facilities and finding the best option for you:Tips for choosing an...

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today released a statement on the Community Within The Corridor indoor air contamination and resulting evacuation. The Community Within The Corridor project created two housing units on two properties, separated by 32nd Street, just north of Center Street. The two blocks of buildings, referred to...

MOUNT PLEASANT, WIS. – The Mount Pleasant Village Board tonight approved three agreements that advance plans from Microsoft Corporation (Microsoft) to purchase a 315-acre parcel of land in the Village of Mount Pleasant to develop a data center campus. The proposed development will next be considered by the Racine County Board at its April 11 and April...

This week’s episode of “WisBusiness: the Podcast” is with Ann Zenk, senior vice president of workforce and clinical practice for the Wisconsin Hospital Association.  She provides insights on the group’s latest health care workforce report, touching on demographic trends driving labor challenges, as well as the influence of COVID-19 and other factors. 

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board will meet in-person for the April board meeting to consider several proposed rulemaking documents, fish and wildlife matters, and donations. The meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, originating from public meeting room G09, State Natural Resources Building (GEF2), 101 S. Webster Street, Madison,...

(MILWAUKEE, March 29) – The Milwaukee Enrollment Network (MKEN), with the support of the HealthyMKE community outreach and education initiative and Covering Wisconsin, announces the launch of a comprehensive community education campaign to promote the upcoming return to BadgerCare Plus and Medicaid re-enrollment requirements for all recipients. The campaign emphasizes the importance of Medicaid members staying informed...

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds families, mentors and young hunters there's still time to plan for the 2023 youth turkey hunt happening statewide April 15-16. Each year, the youth turkey hunt gives hunters under 16 the opportunity to gain valuable hunting experience and feel the excitement of turkey season before...

Menomonie, Wis. — Industry partnerships are a cornerstone of University of Wisconsin-Stout’s polytechnic mission. Each year, the university collaborates with more than 700 industry partners. One of those long-standing partners, 3M, has been recognized with the inaugural UW System Regents Business Partnership Award. It was presented March 29 at 3M Menomonie, prior to the...