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-- The Madison-based Clean Lakes Alliance says climate change is offsetting efforts to reduce phosphorus pollution in the Yahara lakes system.  The environmental advocacy group yesterday released its 2022 State of the Lakes report, which covers the latest findings on conservation practices, shifting weather patterns and their impact on phosphorus runoff in the five-lake...

Ellsworth, Wis.] – In case you missed it, Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery Board Member Marty Hallock was named the 2023 Wisconsin Master Agriculturist for his dedication to dairy farming and education. Hallock is an industry leader who manages a 1,400 cow dairy in Buffalo County. “Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery is proud to be a farmer-owned co-op...

MADISON, Wis. (May 3, 2023) – Twenty-five Wisconsin and Iowa high school seniors received $1,000 Innovation Scholarships from the Alliant Energy Foundation. The annual scholarships, to be used for higher education expenses, reflect students’ academic achievements and outstanding leadership in their communities.   Students demonstrated leadership through community service and volunteer work, as well as academic...

Menomonie, Wis. — Product designs from 20 Wisconsin companies and much more will be featured at the second annual DesignWisconsin event from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 13. Attendees also can tour Trek bicycles, which is hosting the event at its headquarters in Waterloo, east of Madison. Trek is a key...

MADISON – Atmospheric rivers — long, concentrated flows of moisture in the sky — are a key factor in the complex conditions accelerating glacial melting over northern Greenland, according to new research from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Led by Kyle Mattingly, a researcher at UW–Madison’s Space Science and Engineering Center, the new study of...

Menomonie, Wis. — Five graphic design students from University of Wisconsin-Stout who took their ideas to the next level were recognized recently with awards from the Advertising Federation of Minnesota. One of the students brought home gold and has earned an additional award for her advertising campaign. The graphic design and...

MADISON, Wis. – From AI to biotechnology, and from robotics to environmental challenges, innovative technologies can disrupt economic markets, human welfare and more. Learn more about Wisconsin’s new Responsible Innovation Hub by attending the Tuesday, May 23, Tech Council Innovation Network luncheon in Madison. The luncheon will be held at the Sheraton Hotel on Madison’s John Nolen...

Milwaukee, Wis. (May 3, 2023) — Skylight Music Theatre today announced the full cast and creative team for the world premiere developmental presentation of SuperYou, running May 26 through June 18, 2023. Preview performances will take place May 26 through the matinee performance on May 31; with the press opening on Wednesday, May 31 at 7:30 PM. Performances take...

Are you looking to support young entrepreneurs and learn from their innovative ideas? If so, the Youth Entrepreneurs PITCH Competition & Vendor Expo is the perfect event for you! Witness the creative talent of five middle and high school students as they pitch their unique business ideas to a panel of judges. You'll also have the opportunity...

Milwaukee - First responders work tirelessly to help everyone stay safe. The We Energies Foundation is again supporting these vital agencies through its Rewarding Responders Grant. Emergency response agencies can apply for a grant now through June 15. The We Energies Foundation will award $100,000 in grants to help public safety agencies receive lifesaving equipment or training. Last year, these grants helped more than...

MILWAUKEE, USA (May 3, 2023) – Coming hot on the heels of a glorious Milwaukee Day celebration, Bike Nights at the world’s only Harley-Davidson Museum are set to take center stage this summer. Join the fun every Thursday night for free local live music, food and drink specials from MOTOR® Bar & Restaurant and miles and miles of rolling sculptures....

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that a population of a rare parasitic plant was rediscovered on the dunes overlooking Lake Michigan in Manitowoc County. A trained volunteer for the Rare Plant Monitoring Program spotted the clustered broomrape (Orobanche fasciculata), which has not been seen in over 44 years. This...