Wisconsin businesses report improved worker availability amid continued challenges
The latest Wisconsin Employer Survey, conducted by Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC), indicates a decrease in the number of businesses struggling to find workers.
NFIB reports surge in small business optimism amid positive economic outlook
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index has seen a notable rise, increasing by 3.4 points in December to reach 105.1.
Wisconsin expands caregiver training program with Hmong language option
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has expanded its Certified Direct Care Professional (CDCP) program to include training in Hmong, alongside English and Spanish.
- Wisconsin Legislature begins session; focuses on tax cuts and economic growth
- Local community welcomes first baby at GRHC in 2025
- 2023: Wisconsin ranks 22nd nationwide for total received in EDA grants, at $7,704,449
- Wisconsin announces finalists for annual manufacturer of the year awards
- Wisconsin allocates $21M from latest opioid settlement funds
Wisconsin health officials urge residents to vaccinate amid rise in respiratory virus cases
With respiratory illness activity rising across Wisconsin, the Department of Health Services (DHS) is encouraging residents to get vaccinated against respiratory illnesses as soon as possible.
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Property tax revenue down 92.3% from previous quarter in Wisconsin
The third quarter of 2024 brought in $4 million in property tax revenue for Wisconsin, a 92.3% decrease from the second quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.
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Aspirus hosts free seminar on atrial fibrillation education
Aspirus Heart Care is organizing a seminar to educate the public about atrial fibrillation (AFib), a heart condition that can lead to stroke and heart failure if not treated.
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Senators introduce bill to protect women's sports under Title IX
U.S. Senator Ron Johnson of Wisconsin has collaborated with Senator Tommy Tuberville from Alabama and 28 other Republican colleagues to reintroduce the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act.
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Analysis: Wisconsin one of 25 states allowing boys to play girls’ high school sports
As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by The Sconi shows that Wisconsin is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls’ high school sports.
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Wisconsin sees less individual income tax revenue in Q3 2024
The third quarter of 2024 brought in $1.7 billion in individual income tax revenue for Wisconsin, a 52.9% decrease from the second quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.
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Wisconsin DHS urges testing for radon during National Radon Action Month
Radon, a colorless and odorless gas, poses significant health risks as it can infiltrate homes through their foundations.
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Grant Regional Health Center celebrates one year of service at Fennimore Clinic
Grant Regional Health Center's clinic in Fennimore is marking its first anniversary, having served nearly 10,000 patients since its opening.
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Officer-involved death under investigation in Madison
The Wisconsin Department of Justice's Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is examining an officer-involved death that took place in Madison, Wisconsin.
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Henry and Evelyn top Aspirus Health's baby name list for 2024
Aspirus Health has announced the top baby names for 2024, chosen by families within its health system, excluding Aspirus St. Luke’s. The names Henry and Evelyn were the most popular for boys and girls, respectively.
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Aspirus Riverview introduces wide bore MRI for enhanced patient care
Aspirus Riverview Hospital in Wisconsin Rapids has introduced a new Wide Bore MRI machine, enhancing its diagnostic imaging capabilities.
