Dept. of Natural Resources: Wisconsin NRB meeting April 13
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board will meet in-person for the April board meeting to consider several proposed rules, hearings, land items and donations. The meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 13, 2022, originating from Public Meeting
Rape Crisis Center: April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) – RCC is hosting events all month long!
(MADISON,WI) – Join RCC for the entire month of April as they “Reimagine Collective Access to Care” for Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Sexual violence affects everyone, but everyone’s ability to receive help is not the same. RCC invites you to join in discussing how
UW-Whitewater: Supports local charities by sponsoring half marathon race
WHITEWATER–April 1st, 2022– The Discover Whitewater Series (DWS): Half Marathon, 5K and W3 Fit Kid Shuffle is pleased to announce that the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater (UW-W) has committed to being a title sponsor for another year! This year’s 10th anniversary
WisGOP: April fools! Tony Evers still works for teachers union donors
[Madison, WI] – Wisconsin’s top teachers union, WEAC, has lined Tony Evers’ campaign coffers to the tune of over $86,000 since his 2018 campaign, and it’s been a worthwhile investment for the liberal group. While other state governors led on
Sen. Marklein: Bipartisan work in the legislature
As I travel the communities of the 17th Senate District, people often ask me – “why can’t you all just get along.” I often reply with – “for the most part we do, but compromise, collaboration and harmony do not make
Bradley Foundation: Kimberley Strassel to emcee the 2022 Bradley Prizes
Milwaukee, WI – The Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation announced today that Kimberley Strassel, acclaimed columnist and author, will return as master of ceremonies for the 2022 Bradley Prizes. The Prizes honor individuals whose accomplishments reflect The Bradley Foundation’s mission to restore,
U.S. Dept. of Justice: Appleton restaurant owner pleads guilty to violations of federal tax laws
United States Attorney Richard G. Frohling announced that on March 25, 2022, Paul R. Vanderlinden (age: 42) of Appleton, Wisconsin, entered a guilty plea in federal court in Green Bay to charges that he willfully filed a false tax return
Dept. of Justice: AG Kaul recognizes survivors during Sexual Assault Awareness Month
MADISON, Wis. – As Sexual Assault Awareness Month kicks off, Attorney General Josh Kaul is recognizing survivors of sexual assault and sharing resources available through the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ). According to the Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program, published
Dept. of Natural Resources: Seeking public comment for environmental review of City Of Montreal Safe Drinking Water Loan Program project
MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the City of Montreal is an applicant for funding through the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) to address deficiencies in its public drinking water system. The project includes the
DNC: IN THE STATES: Republicans on blast for calling to raise costs, while President Biden, Democrats push to lower them
This week in the states, Rick Scott and Republicans are still struggling to defend his plan to raise taxes on the poorest Americans and sunset Social Security and Medicare in five years, and Senator Ron Johnson is still facing heat at home
American Lung Association: Anthem Firefighter Climb Challenge takes place at American Family Field
MILWAUKEE (April 1, 2022) – Over 100 firefighters will take thousands of steps in their 50-pound gear in the American Lung Association in Wisconsin’s Anthem Firefighter Challenge at the Fight For Air Climb at American Family Field on April 9, 2022. “This will
WisDems: Wisconsinites speak out: Don’t let Ron Johnson take away our health care
MADISON, Wis. – Following the 12th anniversary of the passage of the Affordable Care Act, Wisconsinites from across the state made clear that their health care and well being are at stake as Ron Johnson has pledged to continue his
Kleefisch Campaign: Evers gas tax hike would have made filling up more unaffordable
[Waukesha, WI] – With inflation hitting a 40-year high and gas prices $4/gallon, Wisconsinites were reminded this week that Tony Evers would have raised gas prices even more by tying the gas tax to inflation. “The Governor wants to make Wisconsin family
U.S. Dept. of Justice: Former high school teacher sentenced to 20 years for producing & possessing child pornography
MADISON, WIS. – Timothy M. O’Shea, United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin, announced that McKenzie W. Johnson, 35, Ladysmith, Wisconsin, was sentenced yesterday by U.S. District Judge William M. Conley to 20 years in prison for producing and
UW Health: New study seeks to expand eye screenings for rural diabetic patients throughout the United States
MADISON, Wis. ‒ More patients in rural areas across the nation could have increased access to vision-saving eye screenings through a new clinical trial led by researchers at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. The National Eye Institute,
U.S. Rep. Gallagher, Colleagues: Lead effort to prevent waste in infrastructure spending
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI), a member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, alongside Reps. Peter Meijer (R-MI), and Rodney Davis (R-IL), today introduced the Responsible Better Understanding of Infrastructure Leveraged Dollars (BUILD) Act, legislation designed to ensure full
U.S. Sen. Johnson: Joins Sen. Scott, colleagues in bill to reestablish CCP Initiative & prevent spying by the Chinese Communist Party
WASHINGTON – On Thursday, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) joined U.S. Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) and four of their Republican colleagues in introducing the Protect America’s Innovation and Economic Security from CCP Act. This legislation will reestablish the CCP Initiative at
Gov. Evers: Seeks applicants for La Crosse County Circuit Court
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today that he is seeking applicants for the La Crosse County Circuit Court–Branch 1. The appointment will fill a vacancy being created by Judge Ramona A. Gonzalez’s resignation, effective July 1, 2022. The new judge will
Godlewski Campaign: Applauds House passage of legislation to cap insulin costs, urges Senate to stand up to big pharma and take immediate action
MADISON – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Affordable Insulin Now Act, which caps out-of-pocket insulin costs at $35. State Treasurer and candidate for U.S. Senate Sarah Godlewski applauded this commonsense solution that will dramatically reduce drug costs for the 31% of
Sen. Wanggaard: Statement on veto of Senate Bill 597
“Governor Evers veto of SB 597 is particularly cruel and disingenuous. As the former DPI Superintendent, and the self-proclaimed “education governor”, he knows full well that this bill would have no impact on property taxes. This bill impacts the academically gifted