DATCP: Accepting nominations for retail food safety advisory council seats

Contact: Molly Mueller, Public Information Officer, (608) 910-1929, molly.mueller@wisconsin.gov MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) announced that the Retail Food Safety Advisory Committee recently transitioned into the Retail Food Safety Advisory Council (RFSAC). Made up of 20

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Wisconsin DNR: Confirms CWD in wild deer in Menominee County

Contact: DNR Office of CommunicationsDNRPress@wisconsin.gov Baiting And Feeding Ban Restarted MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) confirms the first positive test result for chronic wasting disease (CWD) in a wild deer in Menominee County. The deer was a hunter-harvested

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FRI News Summary: Insurers adding PFAS exclusions to commercial policies; a look at referendums on tap for 2025

TOP STORIES Not covered: Insurers add PFAS exclusions to commercial liability policiesWI businesses and farms receive notice that insurers won’t cover PFAS losses … [WFBF-member insurer] Rural Mutual Insurance Company also notified Wisconsin farms that they would not pay losses stemming from PFAS pertaining to bodily injury, property or environmental

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DATCP: Accepting nominations for retail food safety advisory council seats

Contact: Molly Mueller, Public Information Officer, (608) 910-1929, molly.mueller@wisconsin.gov MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) announced that the Retail Food Safety Advisory Committee recently transitioned into the Retail Food Safety Advisory Council (RFSAC). Made up of 20 members from across Wisconsin, the council will help… Please log

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Wisconsin DNR: Confirms CWD in wild deer in Menominee County

Contact: DNR Office of CommunicationsDNRPress@wisconsin.gov Baiting And Feeding Ban Restarted MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) confirms the first positive test result for chronic wasting disease (CWD) in a wild deer in Menominee County. The deer was a hunter-harvested 2-year-old buck and is the first confirmed wild CWD-positive deer

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Wisconisn DNR: Seeking public comment for environmental review of Durand safe drinking water loan program project

Contact: Brian Boelkow, DNR Community Financial Assistance SpecialistBrian.Boelkow@wisconsin.gov or 608-212-8234 MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the city of Durand is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program to improve its public drinking water system. The project includes the rehabilitation of

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Wisconsin DOT: Year in Review: Agency celebrates projects, programs advancing Wisconsin transportation in 2024

For more information, contact:WisDOT Office of Public Affairs608-266-3581, opa.exec@dot.wi.gov The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is celebrating a successful year of completing projects, growing programs and launching new initiatives to help improve the lives of Wisconsinites through advancements in all modes of transportation. The WisDOT 2024 Year in Review video recaps… Please log

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WFU: Recognizes members, rural allies, and youth leaders for building community, advocating for family farms

Contact: Tommy Enright, 715-563-2169 or tenright@wisconsinfarmersunion.com WISCONSIN DELLS, WI – Wisconsin Farmers Union (WFU) celebrated the dedication and achievements of its members, rural allies, and emerging youth leaders during the 94th Annual Wisconsin Farmers Union State Convention, held December 13-15 at Chula Vista Resort in Wisconsin Dells. The event brought together

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Gov. Evers: Evers, first lady deliver radio address encouraging Wisconsinites to take care of their mental health this holiday season

Audio File to Radio Address. MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with First Lady Kathy Evers, today delivered his weekly radio address encouraging Wisconsinites to take care of their mental, emotional, and physical health this holiday season, highlighting the importance of checking in on loved ones and neighbors, and making sure folks have resources

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