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MILWAUKEE – May 17, 2023 – First Stage today announced the retirement of Managing Director Betsy Corry, effective at the close of the 2022/23 production season. Corry has served as managing director for the organization since 2012, and also held the role previously from 1996 – 2003.    “Betsy has had a significant impact on growing First Stage...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — Waukesha, Wisconsin, May 17, 2023 — HRG recently looked back at the new health, beauty, and wellness (HBW) items they chose as part of their annual selection of the Future 50 products for Drug Store News. After reviewing the HBW products they projected to succeed in the market from the five years spanning 2017-2022, they...

MADISON, Wis. –The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) proposes to issue a permit for the incidental taking of a rare turtle, which may result from the town of Spring Green project along Kennedy Road in Sauk County. Incidental take refers to the unintentional loss of individual endangered or threatened animals or plants that does not...

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) today announced that Wisconsin ranked number one throughout the country for the most prescription medications collected during the spring 2023 Drug Take Back. Wisconsin collected 55,472 lbs. of unwanted medications this fall. “Wisconsin’s Drug Take Back once again led the nation thanks to the hard...

MADISON – When considering the main elements of an apprenticeship, hands-on training or related instruction are often the first things to come to mind. However, another integral component to the apprenticeship program structure is mentorship. "Mentorships are the heartbeat of Wisconsin apprenticeship," said David Polk, director of Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development's (DWD) Bureau...

Tie the Knot Bridal Boutique, a wedding, bridesmaids and mothers dress boutique in Green Bay,  Wis., recently expanded and moved into a new 5,500 square foot building on Broadway in the  Rail Yard Innovation District.   With their move, the boutique aims to provide an elevated shopping experience, complete with a  high-end retail space, large...

WHITEWATER – May 17, 2023 – The Discover Whitewater Series (DWS): Half Marathon, Half Marathon Team Event, 5k, and W3 Fit Kid Shuffle is excited to announce that Fort HealthCare has committed to another year of being a title sponsor! The 11th annual DWS will be held on Sunday, September 17th, 2023. With help...

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced funding opportunities for organizations recruiting and training all-terrain vehicle (ATV) and utility terrain vehicle (UTV) safety instructors and volunteer trail ambassadors. Organizations are encouraged to apply for this two-year program by June 12, 2023, for up to $302,067 in funding. Eligible organizations must...

MADISON, Wis. (May 17, 2023) – In Wisconsin and throughout the country, National 529 Day is recognized on Monday, May 29 (5/29). This day serves to remind families about the importance of saving for a child, grandchild, or another loved one’s higher education while highlighting the value and flexibility of saving with a 529 college savings plan.

MADISON – Madison Reading Project is thrilled to announce READ(y) to Wear, Madison’s most memorable fundraiser supporting local literacy, takes the stage Wednesday, June 14, at The Sylvee.  The annual paper dress/fashion design competition honors this year’s theme, “Paper Masquerade” (think Venetian Masquerade Ball). Design teams of students, businesses, artists, and local nonprofits will...

MENASHA, Wis. (May 16, 2023) – Faith Technologies Incorporated (FTI), a national leader in engineering, construction, manufacturing and clean energy, has been awarded a 2023 Platinum Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health for the second consecutive year by Mental Health America (MHA). The Bell Seal is a first-of-its-kind workplace mental health certification that recognizes employers who strive to create mentally healthy workplaces...

The head of WEDC wants the agency’s $50 million venture capital fund to have an impact outside of the state’s main startup hubs of Madison and Milwaukee.  Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes was the featured guest at yesterday’s WisPolitics.com luncheon in Madison. Among other topics, she discussed goals for the...

-- The head of WEDC wants the agency’s $50 million venture capital fund to have an impact outside of the state’s main startup hubs of Madison and Milwaukee.  Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes was the featured guest at yesterday’s WisPolitics.com luncheon in Madison. Among other topics, she discussed goals for...