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Early diagnosis crucial for effective hernia treatment

By The Sconi | Jan 16, 2025

Hernias are a common medical condition that occurs when an organ or fatty tissue pushes through a weak spot in the surrounding muscle or connective tissue.

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Wisconsin's Office of School Safety supports schools during crises

By The Sconi | Jan 16, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Justice Office of School Safety (OSS) is playing a vital role in supporting schools across the state during crisis situations.

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Amber Heuss joins Aspirus Iron River Clinic as nurse practitioner

By The Sconi | Jan 15, 2025

Aspirus Iron River Clinic has announced the addition of Amber Heuss, a certified nurse practitioner, to its team.

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Aspirus Divine Savior partners with local organizations for successful coat drive

By The Sconi | Jan 15, 2025

Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital and Clinics collaborated with River Haven Homeless Shelter and Columbia County Health and Human Services to organize a coat drive aimed at assisting the community.

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Amber Heuss joins Aspirus Health as certified nurse practitioner

By The Sconi | Jan 15, 2025

Aspirus Iron River Clinic has announced the addition of Amber Heuss, a certified nurse practitioner, to its team.

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Wisconsin reports growth in conservation efforts through watershed protection grants

By The Sconi | Jan 15, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has released a report on the impact of its Producer-Led Watershed Protection Grants (PLWPG) Program.

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Wisconsin launches campaign against menthol tobacco targeting vulnerable communities

By The Sconi | Jan 15, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has initiated a digital education and outreach campaign to emphasize the health risks associated with menthol in commercial tobacco products.

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Wisconsin opens grant applications for meat processor infrastructure

By The Sconi | Jan 14, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has announced the application period for the Meat Processor Infrastructure Grant.

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Wisconsin businesses report improved worker availability amid continued challenges

By The Sconi | Jan 14, 2025

The latest Wisconsin Employer Survey, conducted by Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC), indicates a decrease in the number of businesses struggling to find workers.

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NFIB reports surge in small business optimism amid positive economic outlook

By The Sconi | Jan 14, 2025

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index has seen a notable rise, increasing by 3.4 points in December to reach 105.1.

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Wisconsin expands caregiver training program with Hmong language option

By The Sconi | Jan 13, 2025

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.

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Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital to unveil 1981 time capsule

By The Sconi | Jan 13, 2025

A time capsule from 1981 was found behind the cornerstone of the former Saint Mary’s Hospital on Kabel Ave.

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Wisconsin Legislature begins session; focuses on tax cuts and economic growth

By The Sconi | Jan 13, 2025

The Wisconsin Legislature has commenced its 2025-26 session with Republicans maintaining a majority in both the Assembly and Senate.

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Local community welcomes first baby at GRHC in 2025

By The Sconi | Jan 10, 2025

Welcome to the world, baby Teagan.

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2023: Wisconsin ranks 22nd nationwide for total received in EDA grants, at $7,704,449

By The Sconi | Jan 9, 2025

In 2023, Wisconsin received $7,704,449 in EDA grants for economic development projects, ranking 22nd nationwide, according to the US Economic Development Administration (EDA).

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Wisconsin announces finalists for annual manufacturer of the year awards

By The Sconi | Jan 9, 2025

Nearly two dozen manufacturers in Wisconsin have been named finalists for the 36th Annual Manufacturer of the Year (MOTY) Awards.

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Wisconsin allocates $21M from latest opioid settlement funds

By The Sconi | Jan 9, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has distributed over $21 million in opioid settlement funds to various agencies across the state from October to December 2024.

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Aspirus Health appoints new VP for North Wisconsin division

By The Sconi | Jan 9, 2025

Chris Blair has been appointed as the new Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer for the North Wisconsin Division at Aspirus Health.

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Wisconsin health officials urge residents to vaccinate amid rise in respiratory virus cases

By The Sconi | Jan 8, 2025

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

By The Sconi | Jan 7, 2025

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.