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CHIPPEWA FALLS – A large donation of nutritious protein found its way from family farms to Madison today when 35,000 pounds of pork was delivered to Second Harvest Foodbank. The donation by Wisconsin Farmers Union (WFU), in partnership with Farmers Union Enterprises, is part of a five-state giving spree of 180,000 pounds of pork that also includes...

Waterford, WI – Luxury condominium living and prime commercial real estate are now available in the heart of downtown Waterford. Construction is underway on the mixed-use Waterford Lofts, a 28,200 sq. ft. project at 506 E Main Street. The project is a partnership between the Village of Waterford, Wisconsin Redevelopment LLC, and Milwaukee-based Selzer-Ornst...

MADISON, Wis. – Quartz today announced that Jeff Butcher has joined the company as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. “Quartz is honored to welcome Jeff to our leadership team,” said Dr. Mark Selna, President and Chief Executive Officer, Quartz. “Jeff brings an incredible amount of knowledge and accomplishments to Quartz as well...

ELKHART LAKE, Wis., January 17, 2023 – Road America is excited to share the news that Vintage Indy™ presented by Hagerty, will be featured at the NTT INDYCAR Sonsio Grand Prix presented by American Medical Response, June 15-18. Vintage Indy will be showcasing a selection of vintage INDYCAR vehicles from the past century to celebrate the rich...

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the Village of Cambridge is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to address deficiencies in its public drinking water system. This project includes the construction and improvement of water treatment facilities in the Village of Cambridge. Activities related...

Two drugs widely used to treat adults with heart failure – furosemide and torsemide – showed no difference in their ability to improve patient survival when compared, according to findings from a clinical trial supported by the National Institutes of Health. The trial, one of the largest to date studying routine medications in heart failure, helps resolve...

(MADISON, Wis.) – The Madison area Black business community, professionals and friends of the Madison Black Chamber of Commerce are invited to its annual Madison Black Gala, formerly known as the Black Business Awards and Recognition Exhibition program, taking place 4:30-10:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023 at the Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center.

Milwaukee – The Historic King Drive BID #8 today announced Renée Lindner as Associate Director, a newly created position that will support the continued evolution and expansion of services for the King Drive BID. In her new role as Associate Director, Lindner will directly support Historic King Drive BID #8 Executive Director Raynetta “Ray”...

EAU CLAIRE, Wis.  (January 17, 2023) – Two Xcel Energy employees have recently transitioned into new leadership roles for Xcel Energy-Wisconsin and Michigan. Mara Ascheman has been named regional vice president, Rates and Regulatory Affairs. Ascheman is currently a principal regulatory attorney with more than 12 years of experience representing Xcel Energy before state regulatory commissions...

Experienced mentors from across Wisconsin will be available to offer advice to contestants during the 20th annual Wisconsin Governor’s Business Plan Contest. Initial entries of 250 words are due by 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2023. There is no cost to enter. Visit govsbizplancontest.com for more information and to get started. At any point...

SHEBOYGAN, Wis. (January 17, 2023) – An outpouring of community support for Above and Beyond Children’s Museum (ABCM) expedites reopening timeline following extreme water and ice damage. On December 25, the museum closed indefinitely due to damage from bursting water pipes and the sprinkler system valves that affected all four floors of the museum. Following a recent...

Milwaukee, Wis. – This year, United States taxpayers must file their income tax forms before the April 18, 2023deadline. For many people, major life changes, business ownership, or simply a lack of knowledge about the ever-changing tax laws make finding a trustworthy tax preparer a good idea. That said, not all tax preparers have the same level of experience and...

-- In the latest episode of “Talking Trade,” recently retired Trek Bicycle Corporation executive Maureen Muldoon discusses industry trends and how the company weathered COVID-19.  Muldoon, who was the vice president of international business development for the Waterloo-based bike maker, highlights the “bike boom” seen early in the pandemic.  “They wanted...

Nine projects aimed at expanding Wisconsin exports have been selected for about $700,000 in total funding, DATCP announced.  The grant funding comes from the Wisconsin Initiative for Agricultural Exports, which has now provided $1.2 million since getting its start in 2021. The program’s goal is to increase exports of dairy, meat, crops and other...