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New biotech $49 million hub could generate thousands of jobs, provide mobile cancer screening
More details have been revealed about a new biohealth technology hub that is projected to generate around 141,000 jobs over 10 years — with most of those positions likely to be in supply-chain and service industries, even restaurants, that benefit from economic growth. Eighteen public and private entities, including Medical College of Wisconsin and Milwaukee Area Technical College, are slated to share $49 million in federal funding for the biohealth hub centered on personalized medicine, an...
Wisconsin athletes, fans gear up for 2024 Olympic Games in Paris
Van Rear is the co-owner of Borland’s Tavern, a small bar and restaurant next to Lake Belle View in Belleville. At 5 a.m. Saturday, he’s opening up shop to welcome the village of 2,591 to come watch hometown girl Lauren O’Connor compete in rowing for Team USA at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris.
NOD TO THE PAST, AN EYE TO THE FUTURE: Northern States Power-Wisconsin Celebrates 100 Years of Service
While locals recognize Xcel Energy's operatin company, Northern States Power-Wisconsin, for reliably providing the energy to power our lives and keep our community chugging along, they may not realize its deep roots in the area date back to the turn of the century – from harnessing the power of water for log driving to illuminating gas streetlights. And this year, NSP-Wisconsin celebrates its 100th anniversary, with a nod to its past and an eye toward the future.
Commercials coming to make case for Wisconsin August amendments
(The Center Square) – Voters in Wisconsin are going to hear a lot more about the coming vote on a pair of constitutional amendments. The Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty, along with the Institute for Reforming Government, on Thursday announced an ad campaign aimed at making sure voters know what they’ll be seeing on their Aug. 13 ballot. “Going to be engaging in an educational program to inform the...
MCDONALD'S SWNEWS4U GAME OF THE WEEK (Football): WFCA 8-Player All-Star Game
OSHKOSH — This year’s Wisconsin Football Coaches Association 8-Player All-Star Game wasn’t decided until the final minute. It was a back-and-forth contest the entire 48 minutes, with seven lead changes, the final one coming with just 30 seconds remaining when Thorp’s Denzel Sutton caught a 28-yard touchdown pass from Almond Bancroft’s T.J. Lamb to secure a 36–34 win for the North squad over the South.
Wisconsin voters in crucial WOW counties react to Harris as potential nominee
WAUKESHA, Wis (CBS 58) -- Political experts across the state continue to emphasize the important role of three counties in the upcoming presidential election: Waukesha, Ozaukee, and Washington. The WOW counties have traditionally been known as Republican strongholds. However, in 2016 and in 2020, more people voted for Democrats than...
Last of lawsuit over Green Bay City Hall surveillance microphones settled
GREEN BAY (WLUK) -- The remainder of a lawsuit regarding surveillance recordings at Green Bay City Hall has been settled, with the city paying the state $200,000. Green Bay installed the surveillance equipment, which recorded both audio and video, in late 2021 and early 2022. A lawsuit was filed in early 2023. After a circuit court judge ordered a halt to the use of the system, the city council prohibited audio surveillance.
Plan for Thrivent campus shows new corporate office building, range of housing options
APPLETON — The proposed master plan for the redevelopment of the Thrivent campus on the city's north side calls for a new Thrivent operations center situated close to Interstate 41 and between 2,200 and 2,300 new housing units. The campus also would accommodate between 450,000 and 500,000 square feet of office space, between...
Senior living community coming to Kaukauna in 2026
KAUKAUNA – The Reserve on Arbor Way today officially announced plans to build a new senior living community in Kaukauna to meet growing needs in the Fox Valley. The Reserve on Arbor Way will be located at 1400 Arbor Way in Commerce Crossing, adjacent to the Aurora Medical Center off Highway 41 and is expecting their grand opening for resident move-ins mid 2026, according to a news release.
Packers’ Quay Walker makes all-under-25 team
Much debate has been made around the first two seasons of performances from Green Bay Packers former first-round pick Quay Walker. While no one considers him a bust, as he’s made 30 starts over his first two seasons, it’s also difficult to call him a “hit” just yet, either — especially considering his ill-timed personal foul penalties.
Sheboygan Bar Closed Due to “Unfair Restrictions” on Its Liquor License
A popular bar in Sheboygan hasn’t poured a drink, fried cheese curds, or played any music on the jukebox since the beginning of July. Dave’s Who’s Inn, located at 835 Indiana Avenue near the Sheboygan River, is going through a dispute with the City of Sheboygan over what they say are unfair restrictions that were added to their liquor license.
Matt LaFleur Puts Packers Offense on Notice After Early Camp Struggles
NFL training camp season is a great time to be a football fan. Not only does it mean the regular season is right around the corner, but it also gives fans across the country a chance to see how their team is shaping up following months of making offseason addition.
Man charged with threatening Rice Lake police
An Oshkosh man with a history of disorderly conduct in a number of Wisconsin counties is accused of threatening Rice Lake police officers who responded to incidents of alleged harassment in a city park. Jason T. Stamper, 51, was charged on Wednesday in Barron County Circuit Court with felony threatening a law enforcement officer. If convicted on this count, the defendant faces a maximum penalty of a $10,000 fine and six years in prison. ...
State task force outlines plans for $1B in federally funded broadband internet expansion
Wisconsin is getting ready to deploy more than $1 billion in federal funds over the next five years to expand broadband internet service where it’s not yet available around the state. A state task force has spent the last year drawing up its plans for the project and this fall will begin allocating the money […]
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