Fitch: Rates Milwaukee, WI’s $110MM series 2022 bonds ‘AA-‘; Outlook remains negative
Fitch Ratings has assigned a ‘AA-‘ rating to the following city of Milwaukee, WI obligations: –$74.2 million general obligation promissory notes, series 2022 N3; –$28 million general obligation corporate purpose bonds, series 2022 B4; –$5 million taxable general obligation promissory
Dept. of Natural Resources: Unveils new equestrian campground at Governor Dodge State Park
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced that a new equestrian campground is set to open at Governor Dodge State Park on April 29. Located in Wisconsin’s scenic driftless area, Governor Dodge State Park is one of the
Rettinger campaign: Conservative Nik Rettinger announces for Assembly
MUKWONAGO, WI—Nik Rettinger, longtime grassroots leader in the Republican Party, announces his candidacy for the 83rd State Assembly District. Rettinger has over a decade of experience advancing the conservative movement in Southeast Wisconsin and is ready to take the fight to Madison to ensure our conservative principles and
UW-River Falls: Alum’s children’s books share autism journey, family to speak on campus April 27
April 18, 2022 — At 28 months of age, University of Wisconsin-River Falls alum Lindsey Moreland was diagnosed with autism after showing classic signs including not responding to her name and banging her head into walls. “It was devastating,” Lindsey’s
UW-River Falls: Chancellor Gallo named chair of national women’s executive council
April 18, 2022 — University of Wisconsin-River Falls Chancellor Maria Gallo was elected in March as the chair of the American Council on Education (ACE) Women’s Network Executive Council (WNEC). Gallo will serve in the position for two years. She
UW-River Falls: Chancellor to sign sustainability commitment April 24 at Earth Fest event
April 14, 2022 – During Earth Fest 2022 on Sunday, April 24, educational and community leaders will come together to sign a Sustainability Commitment. University of Wisconsin-River Falls Chancellor Maria Gallo will sign the commitment along with representatives from the
Rep. Knodl: Announces re-election campaign
GERMANTOWN – State Representative Dan Knodl (R-Germantown) announced today that he is running for another term to represent the 24th Assembly District in the Wisconsin State Assembly. “Serving the constituents of the 24th Assembly District has been a privilege, and
Security Health Plan, Marshfield Clinic Health System: Support organization improving access to technology for rural Wisconsinites
MARSHFIELD – According to a 2020 report by Forward Analytics, 25% of Wisconsin’s rural population lack access to high-speed internet. That’s more than 430,000 people. Additionally, many rural Wisconsinites struggle with the connection they have. Not only does this disparity
Madison Reading Project: Read(y) to Wear announcement
MADISON – Madison Reading Project is thrilled to announce that 10 teams are set to meet on stage at Madison’s most unique fundraising event, Read(y) to Wear, a paper dress/costume design competition to be held May 12th at the Majestic
Rep. Plumer: Statement on 2021 Act 254
MADISON, WI – Last Friday Governor Evers signed 2021 Senate Bill 392 into law as 2021 Wisconsin Act 254. This bill authored by Rep. Jon Plumer (R – Lodi) & Sen. Mary Felzkowski (R – Irma), will create the position of
Rep. Steffen: Healthcare workforce bill signed into law
Madison, WI – Last week, Representative David Steffen (R-Howard), and Senator Patrick Testin (R-Stevens Point) had their legislation Assembly Bill 259 signed into law. This bill creates a legal framework for the licensure of genetic counselors in the state of
U.S. Rep. Steil: Announces free workshop to discuss identity theft and fraud prevention
JANESVILLE, WI— Today, Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) announced he will be hosting a free event in Janesville, WI on identity theft and fraud prevention on Thursday, April 21, 2022. “I am excited to announce our workshop on identity theft and fraud
Institute for Women’s Leadership: Receives $10,000 AT&T Foundation grant to fund workforce development training
GREEN BAY, Wis., April 15, 2022 –UW-Green Bay’s Institute for Women’s Leadership received a $10,000 grant from the AT&T Foundation to create and fund a Workforce Development Certificate. The grant will enable 100 candidates to earn a certificate at no
American Bridge 21st Century: Ron Johnson defends cutting his own taxes-again
During a Monday media availability, Ron Johnson delivered a unique Tax Day 2022 message to Wisconsinites, once again defending his advocacy for tax breaks that benefited himself and his campaign donors. WISC-TV: Johnson reiterates defense of vote in favor of 2017 tax cuts that
Sen. Marklein: Broadband bill veto ignores needs in rural Wisconsin
MADISON – Sen. Howard Marklein (R-Spring Green) made the following statement in response to Governor Tony Evers’ veto of Senate Bill (SB) 365 which would have improved the Rural Broadband Expansion Grant program and directed state funds to more rural
Wisconsin Elections Commission: Redistricting update
On April 15, 2022, the Wisconsin Supreme Court, in Johnson v. Wisconsin Elections Commission, adopted state legislative district maps drawn by the Wisconsin Legislature after the United States Supreme Court, in Wisconsin Legislature, et al. v. Wisconsin Elections Commission, et al. and Glenn Grothman et
Nelson campaign: U.S. Senate candidate Tom Nelson calls on Sarah Godlewski to fire her union-busting pollster
LaCrosse, Wis. – Pro-labor populist U.S. Senate candidate Tom Nelson today at an Amazon Warehouse in LaCrosse once again called on Sarah Godlewski to fire her union busting pollster. Global Strategies Group was hired by Amazon to try to prevent