Gov. Evers: Appoints Rebecca Maki-Wallander as Adams County District Attorney
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Rebecca Maki-Wallander to serve as Adams County District Attorney. Gov. Evers’ appointment fills a vacancy being created by District Attorney Tania Bonnett’s election to the Adams County Circuit Court. Maki-Wallander will serve
Dept. of Natural Resources: Wisconsin NRB Meeting Aug. 10
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board will meet in-person for the August board meeting to consider several proposed rules, hearings, land items and donations. The meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug 10, 2022, originating from Public Meeting
Gov. Evers: Appoints Ellen Anderson as Rusk County District Attorney
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Ellen Anderson to serve as Rusk County District Attorney. Gov. Evers’ appointment fills a vacancy created by District Attorney Annette Barna’s election to the Rusk County Circuit Court. Anderson will serve for the
Milwaukee County Supervisor Taylor: Board veers out of its lane in politically motivated referendums
MILWAUKEE – On Thursday the County Board of Supervisors adopted two referendums to appear on the November General Election ballot for Milwaukee County voters: 1) regarding “prohibiting the import, sale, manufacture, transfer, or possession of semi-automatic ‘military-style’ firearms” (22-776) and 2) regarding
Gov. Evers: ICYMI – Goes on statewide “Pothole Patrol” tour fixing Wisconsin roads
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers this week concluded a statewide “Pothole Patrol” tour that included seven stops across the state to repair potholes and discuss the governor’s investments in local roads and highways. Gov. Evers has previously gone on “Pothole Patrol” tours during his time in office, and
U.S. Sen. Baldwin: Applauds bipartisan legislation moving forward to support farmers, families, agriculture, and rural communities
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin, Chair of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, is applauding movement of the fiscal year 2023 appropriations bill for the Department of Agriculture and Food and
Lasry campaign: Releases new TV ad “Not Much,” slamming Ron Johnson for shipping jobs out of Wisconsin
Milwaukee – Today, Alex Lasry released a new TV ad slamming Ron Johnson for shipping jobs out of Wisconsin. This new ad buy shows a significant additional commitment from Alex Lasry to unseating Ron Johnson this fall. The $584,000 ad buy will run
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Joins Sen. Lee, colleagues in resolution recognizing pregnancy resource centers
WASHINGTON – On Thursday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah) and 18 of their Republican colleagues in a resolution designating the week of November 7th as “National Pregnancy Center Week.” Pregnancy Resource Centers are a vital resource
Van Orden campaign: ICYMI – National power ranking says Rep. Kind’s seat most likely to flip
PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, WI – The National Journal this week ranked Wisconsin’s 3rd District as the most likely House of Representatives race to flip this year, a critical race in a year where Republicans need just 5 seats to take back control
WILL: Urges Milwaukee to allocate ARPA funds to education, infrastructure, and public safety
The News: The City of Milwaukee has a historic opportunity to prioritize the allocation of hundreds of millions of federal COVID-relief funds, and it is worth investigating the city’s current and potential plans for the funds. The current leadership in
Dept. of Administration: Gov. Evers seeking nominations for Virginia Hart Special Recognition Award
Madison, Wis. – Governor Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking nominations for the 39th annual Virginia Hart Special Recognition Award, recognizing the contribution and achievements of women in the Wisconsin state government. “The Virginia Hart Award has always emphasized celebrating women in
Godlewski campaign: Statement on suspending U.S. Senate campaign
MADISON – Today, State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski announced that she is suspending her U.S. Senate campaign and endorsing Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes’ campaign for Senate. Later this morning, Godlewski and Barnes will appear together at a child care center outside of Madison. Statement from State
Dept. of Natural Resources: Reminds Wisconsinites to wear life jackets while on the water
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds Wisconsinites and visitors to put safety first by boating sober and wearing a life jacket while on the water. Nearly 80% of fatal boating incidents involve drowning. Drowning can happen
WisGOP: Tony Evers – Expanding government that doesn’t work
[Madison, WI] – It’s no secret that Tony Evers wants to increase the size of state government. Over the past three years, Evers has proposed government-run health care, “equity officers” at state agencies, fossil fuel penalties, and $1 billion in tax hikes to pay for it
Fox Cities Marathon: Opens volunteer registration; prices increase Aug. 1
APPLETON, Wis. (July 29, 2022) – The Community First Fox Cities Marathon Presented by Miron Construction announces that volunteer registration is now open and registration prices for all events will increase on Aug. 1! The Fox Cities Marathon is in need of
Barnes campaign: Statement on State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski’s endorsement
MADISON — Today, Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes, candidate for U.S. Senate, responded to State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski’s decision to suspend her campaign and endorse Mandela. Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes, candidate for U.S. Senate, made the following statement: “I am honored to
Gov. Evers: Seeks applicants for Fond du Lac County Circuit Court
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Fond du Lac County Circuit Court–Branch 1. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Judge Dale L. English’s resignation, effective Dec. 1, 2022. The
Gov. Evers: Seeks applicants for Waukesha County Circuit Court
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the Waukesha County Circuit Court–Branch 7. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Judge Maria S. Lazar’s election to the Court of Appeals, District II. The new
Wisconsin Association for Home Health Care: Rep. Donna Rozar receives WiAHC’s Champion of Home Health Care Legislative Award
Kimberly, WI – The Wisconsin Association for Home Health Care (WiAHC) was thrilled to present Rep. Donna Rozar (R-Marshfield) with the organization’s 2022 Champion of Home Health Care legislative award for her leadership on policies to advance home health care in Wisconsin and
NextGen America: Statement on the Inflation Reduction Act
In response to the Senate agreeing on a climate bill investing $369 billion into energy and climate change programs, NextGen America President Cristina Tzintzún Ramirez released the following statement: “When young people turned out in record numbers last election cycle,