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Boosting venture capital for startups
NVNG’s +Venture Wisconsin is a matchmaking tool to expand the state’s venture ecosystem. A Madison-based venture capital firm is spotlighting young Wisconsin businesses to help them meet potential investors. NVNG Investment Advisors has created a website, +Venture Wisconsin, that lets startups around the state post a profile of...
Wisconsin man who used multiple homes to store, sell large quantities of cocaine receives prison sentence
BELOIT, Wis. (WFRV) – A man from southern Wisconsin who reportedly used multiple homes to store and sell large quantities of cocaine was sentenced to federal prison on Thursday. A release provided by the United States Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Wisconsin stated that 41-year-old Kelvin Haley,...
Meet the candidates for Wisconsin Assembly District 12
Wisconsinites will vote for state Assembly and Senate candidates in a primary on Aug. 13 and in the general election Nov. 5, 2024. This the first election under newly-competitive district maps. The candidate in each political party to receive the most votes Aug. 13 will advance to the November election.
‘Stay hydrated & drink water’: Medical experts give advice to beat the Wisconsin heat
HOWARD, Wis. (WFRV) – Beware of the summer heat. With temperatures on the rise, health experts recommend decreasing the amount of time you spend outside. “We should take the warnings that are given seriously and limit our time in the heat,” stated Dr. Stacee Goedtel Birr. Family medicine...
Man in Wisconsin accused of using a skateboard to threaten employees amidst a theft incident, arrested
MADISON, Wis. (WFRV) – A 26-year-old man in Wisconsin is accused of stealing from a wine shop and threatening employees with a skateboard. According to the Madison Police Department, a 26-year-old man was arrested after he allegedly threatened employees with a skateboard during a theft. The alleged theft happened at a wine shop, according to police.
Suspected illegal immigrant allegedly stabbed 3 people, including 2 children, in Wisconsin
ABBOTSFORD, Wis. (TND) — Wisconsin police arrested a man last week they believe stabbed three people, including two kids who died from their injuries. The Colby-Abbotsford Police Department took Victor Gomez Acosta into custody for allegedly stabbing two children and a woman. He then turned the knife on himself, according to the agency.
Eye Clinic of Wisconsin launches clinical research program
The Eye Clinic of Wisconsin announced this week it is now a site for clinical research studies, enabling patients to enroll in groundbreaking clinical trials. This development marks a significant milestone in the clinic’s commitment to advancing ocular health and providing patients with access to the latest and most innovative treatments.
Wausau elementary school task force hears about enrollment concerns, needed building upgrades and underutilized space
WAUSAU – The citizen task force charged with developing options for reconfiguring Wausau School District’s elementary education facilities met for the second time Wednesday where they heard about enrollment concerns for the district as well as underutilized space in the district's elementary schools and needed upgrades and repairs in those buildings.
State Troopers patrol in semis in Wausau to combat distracted drivers
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - The Wisconsin State Patrol brought its “Trooper in a Truck” program to Wausau Friday morning. The program pairs a state trooper with a semi-truck driver to get a better vantage point of the road and spot reckless driving. When the trooper does, they call ahead to other squad cars to pull them over.
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