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Wisconsin will get $49 million in federal support to develop a tech hub for biohealth, the U.S. Commerce Department announced Tuesday.

The goal of the state’s tech hub project is to advance technology to improve diagnosis and treatment for illness and centers on personalized health care — tailoring medical care to the distinctive genetic differences among patients.

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Ken Notes: I`m on vacation, but this is a BIG deal... so I came in to post it. This is what government working well can accomplish -- unfortunately we have sort of broken the system... There are a lot of articles but you also are on vacation soon so I will catch you up next week...

MADISON, Wis. (WSAW) - Gov. Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation have submitted a request to the Republican-controlled Joint Finance Committee requesting the release of $7.5 million to BioForward Inc. to establish the state’s U.S. Regional Tech Hub.

The money was approved as part of 2023 Wisconsin Act 96 which was signed by Gov. Evers in February. Now, he and WEDC are requesting the release of the $7.5 million to BioForward Inc., which leads the Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub Consortium, to establish the state’s Tech Hub and grow its personalized medicine and biohealth technology sector.

That growth includes expanding lab space, increasing coordination and collaboration across the industry, boosting the supply chain, and developing apprenticeship programs to bolster the industry’s workforce..

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Ken Notes: I have to agree with the Governor here. As a fiscal conservative I believe tax spending should have some ROI. In this case we are leveraging 7.5 million against 49 million, federal recognition, thousands of jobs, and 9 billion in economic development. We need to put partisanship aside for a minute and do what is right for the state. And Governor, you should find some Republicans that will support this effort and bring them to the table with you. Also why is WMC putting politics ahead of their role as business advocates in Wisconsin???

The state budget committee on Tuesday approved the release of $27 million for the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation to cover grants aimed at creating a regional tech hub and to help communities affected by UW shutdowns. The committee also approved money for the Department of Corrections to cover the costs of youth who are serving adult sentences. 

One of the requests approved Tuesday by the committee was for a $7.5 million grant for a Wisconsin biohealth nonprofit organization — taking the next step in establishing a regional tech hub in the state...

...State Rep. Shannon Zimmerman (R-River Falls) called the tech hub a “good opportunity.” ... “During the budget process we heard a lot about the changing identity of the state of Wisconsin, the demographic changes in the state of Wisconsin, and so forth and rich in agricultural history and agricultural science, but this is an example where we can now establish a new identity, enhance an emerging identity in the area of bio health.”..

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Ken Notes: I add my stories and comments as they cross my desk. Yesterday I was upset, today I am thrilled. And to all those who voted to move this forward, THAKK YOU!

With the former Northridge Mall`s demolition continuing, the City of Milwaukee is hiring a local firm to help create a plan for what could replace it.

Graef USA Inc., an engineering, planning and design firm, will provide planning, urban design and market analysis services for the Northridge site, at West Brown Deer Road and North 76th Street.

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WEST SALEM, Wis. (WXOW) - La Crosse County is currently exploring options on what to do with a chunk of land in west Salem.

One of the plans under consideration is to turn that land into a major housing development project.

Back in the late 1800s La Crosse county purchased over 500 acres of farm land on the east side of West Salem near Lake Neshonoc.

Over the years the county has developed some of that land into what is now the West Salem School District, the Lakeview assisted living center, as well as a 160 acre business park which has created approximately 205 jobs and houses 10 businesses...

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A long-planned condo development in Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward could finally be moving forward.

Milwaukee-based Renner Architects originally proposed a 13-unit condo project at 610 E. Summerfest Place in 2016, but construction was delayed due to issues relocating utilities and the COVID-19 pandemic, according to documents submitted to the City of Milwaukee.

Renner Architects is now seeking approvals for the project from Milwaukee’s Board of Zoning Appeals...

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Four Madison residents whose homes neighbor a proposed West Side apartment building are suing over the City Council`s approval of the project.

In a petition filed Friday in Dane County Circuit Court, Jeffrey L. Western, Kathy L. Western, Paul F. Umbeck Jr. and Mary A. Umbeck argue that the three-story, 138-unit development at 6610–6706 Old Sauk Road would "substantially" increase the risk of flooding on their properties, both of which have "existing stormwater issues."

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MADISON, Wis. -- The Madison Metropolitan School District announced Wednesday it is the recipient of a Wisconsin Fast Forward grant, provided through the state`s Department of Workforce Development.

The MMSD said the grant will help fund investments in advanced manufacturing equipment, geared for the district`s career and technical education courses. Funds will go directly to the purchase of computer numerical control routers, laser cutters, and kits from VEX Robotics.

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ASHWAUBENON, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) – A new development featuring apartment units, commercial space and hundreds of parking stalls was approved Tuesday by the Ashwaubenon Village Board.

It’s set to be built on an empty lot at the corner of Holmgren Way and Cormier Road, adjacent to the Green Bay Rockers stadium. The lot is the previous site of Green Bay Packaging.

Mark Skogen — who owns the Rockers and the nearby EPIC Event Center — purchased the lot in February under the name Cormier Property Partners.

Officials told FOX 11 the mixed-use development will boast 152 apartment units, along with first-floor commercial space and some common areas...

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VIROQUA, Wisc., June 27, 2024 – United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Wisconsin Community Facilities Director, Nathan Billinghurst, alongside other local officials, recently attended a groundbreaking  for a new fire station in the city of Viroqua.

“This new fire station is an exciting project as the Viroqua community looks to the future,” said Lassa. “The current building began as a beer warehouse and no longer fits the community’s needs. This new station will enhance the fire department’s ability to provide important emergency services to city residents and the surrounding townships. USDA Rural Development and the Biden-Harris Administration are proud to be partner with the community on this project.”

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Ken Notes: News from my new neck of the woods...

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Ken Notes: OK I know Australia -- not Wisconsin -- and hydrogen?? But, I am a fan of both microgrids and hydrogen as we look for energy solutions and since we are driven by the energy companies and margins it is difficult to explore smaller options. We will need peaking facilities to assist with solar and wind and the proposed solution is large natural gas plants. Storage is expensive and still a ways out. Micro grids offer unique solutions and are worth following...

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Ken Notes: We desperately need affordable housing for service and retail workers, wouldn`t it make sense to create a lower interest rate for homes under say 200K. Market demand would increase, developers would build them, and we would start to house those who are supporting our economy. They would build equity for their future and we would start to balance the economy. Not we have huge unsecured debt, increasing rents, long commutes, and other issues that will cause real problems in a down economy. I hope I am wrong...

MADISON, WI - Lincoln Avenue Communities (LAC), a mission-driven acquirer and developer of affordable housing, celebrated their groundbreaking yesterday on the future site of The View and The Victoria at Huxley Yards, during a ceremony with LAC leaders, local policymakers and partners. The Huxley Yards developments will provide a combined 553 affordable housing units to individuals, families and seniors in Dane County earning less than 50%, 60% or 70% of the Area Median Income.

"Lincoln Avenue Communities is proud to break ground on the largest ground-up affordable housing property to be developed in Wisconsin," said Jeremy Bronfman, LAC CEO. "Once completed, Huxley Yards will provide hundreds of high-quality, affordable homes for Madison residents."...

..."The Oscar Mayer Special Area Plan envisions an entirely new neighborhood for the City of Madison. This project will help that plan come to fruition," said Matt Mikolajewski, City of Madison economic development director. "We are grateful for the investment that Lincoln Avenue Communities is making in the City of Madison and appreciate all the work of the Lincoln Avenue Communities team to get us to this groundbreaking."...

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MADISON —? Gov. Tony Evers today announced nearly $1.3 million in grants to support quality of life, foster economic development, protect and improve the Great Lakes resources, and create resiliency in Wisconsin’s coastal communities. The 31 grants are administered by the Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) Wisconsin Coastal Management Program (WCMP) to be used by local, state, and Tribal governments, regional planning commissions, universities, and nonprofit organizations. This newly announced funding will support projects totaling over $3.3 million, and throughout the week, Gov. Evers will visit with grant recipients across the state, highlighting the good work of local leaders working to protect Wisconsin’s Great Lakes coastal areas and communities.

“There’s no overstating the importance of our Great Lakes and how these vital natural resources have shaped the culture and economy of our coastal communities and our state’s history,” said Gov. Evers. “Wisconsin’s roughly 800 miles of Great Lakes shoreline across Lake Michigan and Lake Superior provide folks with drinking water, commerce, and recreational opportunities that bring millions of visitors and future residents from far and wide. These investments will go a long way toward helping ensure we protect our shoreline communities, address the unique challenges we face, and promote long-term growth and success.” .....

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Ken Notes: HEY! Wisconsin has a West Coast on the Mississippi with plenty of issues.

The historic former New Century School building, which has stood vacant for the past three years, is another step closer to welcoming its newest tenant: the nonprofit organization Art House 360.  

On Tuesday, July 2, Art House 360 announced that, in partnership with the City of Verona, it will receive a $250,000 state grant to help fund the restoration and renovation of the West Verona Avenue building. 

According to an Art House 360 press release, the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) selected the nonprofit as a recipient of its Community Development Investment Grant. This money will support the reinvention of the former school site into Art House 360, a community hub for artistic expression and cultural exchange. 

The City of Verona has also committed $750,000 in TIF funding for basic improvements at the 1917 building, a landmark that appeared to be deteriorating. ..

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Ken Notes: A very cool project, but with Verona`s tax base and almost no affordable family housing available I would like to see some priorities guiding these investments. Just a thought...

The City of Madison has awarded Miron Construction the bid to build what will become the first-ever purpose-built men’s shelter in Madison.  

Miron submitted the low bid of $21,463,884 plus an 8% maximum construction contingency of $1,717,111, for a total of $23,180,995.

The shelter, which will be located on Bartillon Dr., is a collaboration between the City of Madison, Dane County, and Porchlight, Inc., the local non-profit chosen to be its operator. Funding for the project includes $13.5 million from City sources, including $8 million of borrowing, $10.5 million from Dane County, and $3 million of federal funds, including $2 million from a Congressional earmark secured by Congressman Mark Pocan.  

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Ken Notes: Speaking of ROI, this project works out to 84K and 160 SQ FT for each of the 250 residents. It is a great facility and much needed but couldn`t we serve more people by stick building small/tiny homes in a neighborhood/village setting. A hand up rather than a hand out. I like this project...

As if Camp Randall needed to be an even more daunting place for visitors, Wisconsin football announced that it will be selling alcohol at the stadium starting in 2024.

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Ken Notes: I doubt it will have much of an impact, I do not see a lot of students buying $10 beer when it is free back on the hill. Our students are professional fans and party goers. Plus they are smart enough to keep the "paying" fans in the stadium happy. They LOVE those who make contributions and support the UW. Wear a suit and tie and walk through campus, you are treated like a king...

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EAU CLAIRE – Thea Lenhart spent the past nine months learning new skills and trying new work opportunities at the Mayo Clinic Hospital through Project SEARCH, a collaborative program overseen by the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development`s Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR).

Lenhart, a graduate from Chippewa Falls High School, particularly enjoyed working at the hospital coffee shop, where she had the opportunity to stock the sandwiches and chips, and assist with inventory.

"I will miss the Goat Coffeehouse," Lenhart said, adding, "doing my tasks and working at Project SEARCH."

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Ken Notes: There are also a lot of these stories and many more Project SEARCH programs statewide. I love this program and would encourage you to consider getting involved. Thumbs up DWD!!!!

MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee County is seeking contractors for demolition and construction of a new international terminal at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport.

County supervisors approved redeveloping the international terminal in 2017 but the project was halted by the pandemic. Original plans budgeted the redevelopment at around $50 million; years later costs are now around $80 million. The project has been in planning since at least 2016 as the airport seeks a larger terminal to make space for more passengers and flights.

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MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD), announced Wisconsin achieved new record highs for employment and total nonfarm jobs during June 2024, according to preliminary estimates from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The new record for total employment, released today by DWD, breaks the record announced last month for May data.

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Notching its second distribution center, Kwik Trip will break ground on the site on July 10.

Kwik Trip has announced that it will break ground on its second distribution center, located in Deforest, Wis., on July 10.

The 280,000-square-foot site, situated on a 150-acre plot of land that the company bought earlier this year, will service 350 Kwik Trip stores when constructed. It will include a freezer, cooler and dry good space, in addition to four air conditioning rooms for banana ripening, reported WMTV 15 News.

Prior to the construction of this location, all Kwik Trip locations were being serviced from the company’s La Crosse, Wis., distribution center.

The Deforest site will aid in the company’s efforts to more efficiently stock Kwik Trip’s southern stores at a lower cost.

“With our consistent growth in the number of stores, it is important for us to find the most efficient way to provide our stores with the many products they need,” said Scott Zietlow, CEO and president of Kwik Trip. “Our new distribution center is an exciting development for Kwik Trip.”

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Topgolf plans to build its first Wisconsin driving range and golf entertainment center in Monona, along the Beltline between WPS Health Solutions and South Towne Mall.

Dallas-based Topgolf, which has 90 golf complexes in 36 states and 10 in other countries, has proposed a $30 million project that would replace five buildings on the western end of the WPS campus and in a neighboring office park.

“We feel that we have found the right spot,” Todd Waldo, the company’s real estate development director, told the city plan commission last month at an initial meeting about the proposal.
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Ken Notes: Sure, Neil Stechschulte takes over and he builds his own personal playground. If you are not careful he`ll bring tech jobs, health care, affordable housing, parks, retail, restaurants, pro sports teams... there is no stopping him...

LA CROSSE, Wis. (WXOW) - The affects of PFAS in drinking water continues to be studied.

With those studies, the federal government is prepping to enforce new limits for the amounts of PFAS in the water we drink.

Studies on PFAS can be traced back to the 1990s. With over 15,000 types of PFAS, lot of research is still unknown.

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Ken Notes: Does it not make some sense to focus on affordable community and in-home treatment options in the short term.

The Redevelopment Authority of the City of Milwaukee (RACM) board was busy Wednesday.

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Wisconsin) On Monday, Governor Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development announced Wisconsin ranked first in the nation for inflation-adjusted hourly earnings growth during February, March, and May 2024, and second in the nation during April.

During the fourth-month span, the year-over-year statewide earning growth averaged 6.2 percent, based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Statewide, the average hourly earnings for May 2024 totaled $33.76. The Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis area led the state with average hourly earnings of $34.97, followed by Madison at $34.48 per hour and Eau Claire at $31.63 per hour. ...
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MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Gov. Evers and The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) announced Thursday that Nestlé Purina will be expanding its longtime facility in the city of Jefferson.

The $195 million expansion will add 100 jobs to the production facility.

“Nestlé Purina has a more than 100-year history in our state, and we are excited to celebrate this world-class brand’s commitment to seeing many more years of continued success and local economic development in Wisconsin,” said Gov. Evers.

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Ken Notes: They should talk to Kikkoman, Umami flavored dog food may be the next big thing!!!

A condominium development planned near the Summerfest grounds ? first proposed in 2016 ? could be moving forward.

Architect and developer Peter Renner wants to build 13 three-story townhomes at 620 E. Summerfest Place (formerly known as East Polk Street). That`s just east of North Jefferson Street, about one block west of Maier Festival Park.

Renner`s project would be one of the few Milwaukee condo developments built since the housing bubble burst in 2006. It was reviewed Wednesday by the Historic Third Ward Architectural Review Board.

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When one door closes, Microsoft swoops in.

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Ken Notes: It could have been so much worse. We invested real cash in Kestrel Aircraft Company and got no return and lost everything. We "promised" Foxconn support based on jobs and buildings. We did not "pay" the large amounts promised because they did not hit the targets. The community did develop the site and Foxconn continues to support this investment, but clearly Microsoft will help here.

WEDC assistance to generate more than $2.4 billion worth of investments across the state
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today, together with Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes, announced Wisconsin saw record planned capital investments last year as businesses located and expanded throughout the state. Businesses partnering with the Evers Administration through WEDC committed to more than $2.4 billion in capital investments in fiscal year (FY) 2024, the highest level since WEDC was created in 2011 and well above the previous high of nearly $1.8 billion set in FY19.

“Whether it’s the expansion of businesses like Kikkoman Foods and Nestle Purina in Jefferson or Rosewood Dairy’s new state-of-the-art cheese plant in Clay Banks, now is an incredibly exciting time for business growth in Wisconsin,” said Gov. Evers. “We’ve been making smart, strategic investments in our infrastructure, our schools, our communities, and our workforce, and those efforts are paying off. Businesses want to expand or move to Wisconsin because they know we’ve got the hardworking people, innovative spirit, and strong institutions to ensure they succeed here.”
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We are living in an era where technology and artificial intelligence are racing faster than human development. Reliant on social media, our youth are often confused about their place in the world. Social and emotional development play a leading role in the ability of youth to succeed in school, careers and life.

Enter the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee (BGCGM), which since 1887 has prepared young people to lead productive lives with positive self-esteem, school and learning engagement, and volunteering in their communities. BGCGM is among the largest and most prominent of 2,500 Boys & Girls chapters across the country.

With more than 50 locations in the city of Milwaukee, BGCGM provides youth ages 4-18 with after-school and summer programming including academic support, mentorship, athletics, arts training and wholesome meals. Programs include STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics), organized sports leagues, college and career programs, health and wellness programs, and leadership and service. As the foundation of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee, this curriculum strengthens academic performance, builds character, and encourages quality lifestyles...
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Can something from 1989 be considered historic? We’re about to find out.

The developers who purchased the 35-story 100 East office building out of foreclosure are seeking to convert the tower into the state’s tallest apartment building.

To finance the conversion, they’re seeking historic preservation tax credits from the state and federal governments. But to access credits, which offset up to 40% of historically-sensitive repairs or alterations, the building needs to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The city’s Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) did its part Monday, voting to recommend the National Park Service recognize the building.

“Generally speaking, buildings need to be 50 years old to be placed on the National Register,” said HPC planner Andrew Stern during the commission’s Monday meeting. “They’re making an argument as the most important Postmodern building in the city of Milwaukee it deserves special consideration.”...

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The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) has given businesses throughout the state thousands in grant dollars.

The WEDC has awarded $850,000 in the latest round of their Entrepreneurship Partner Grants to seven Wisconsin organizations, including one in Eastern Wisocnsin.

New North, a Green Bay tech company, received $60,000 to drive entrepreneurship across the state and will focus on diverse startup founders.

Also receiving a grant was The Wisconsin Indigenous Economic Development Corporation in Keshena, which will use $200,000 to assist 32 businesses with technical and financial support.
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MADISON, WI. JULY 18, 2024 – Wisconsin holds a major lead in electrification – the powering of everything from postal trucks to lawn mowers with electricity instead of fossil fuels – but its long-term success depends on improving collaboration between the state’s manufacturing and research and development sectors, according to a report released today by the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC).

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MADISON, Wis. -- Gov. Tony Evers together with the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) announced record planned capital investments throughout the state.

Last year, businesses partnering with the Evers administration through WEDC committed to more than $2.4 billion in capital investments in fiscal year, (FY) 2024, the highest since WEDC was created in 2011.

"Whether it`s the expansion of businesses like Kikkoman Foods and Nestle Purina in Jefferson or Rosewood Dairy`s new state-of-the-art cheese plant in Clay Banks, now is an incredibly exciting time for business growth in Wisconsin," said Gov. Evers.

Last week, Evers together with DWD announced Wisconsin achieved record highs for employment and total nonfarm jobs during June, 2024.

"I`ve been saying that Wisconsin is having a moment--as the world focuses on the 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay, the Wisconsin season of Top Chef and other exciting events we`re attracting to our state," said WEDC Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes. ...
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It feels like there’s a backlash out there. 

A lot of Madisonians have always opposed greater densities and taller buildings. That’s nothing new. But recently the intensity of that opposition has grown. Last week Isthmus reported on heated opposition to a west-side development in which residents claimed that the city wasn’t listening to them. The city council, which met deep into the next morning, approved the Old Sauk Road development along with three other projects, including one near the airport that has generated opposition due to noise from F-35 fighter jets....

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Ken Notes: Reentering the workforce as a planner, I am finding that this is an issue EVERYWHERE we need to sit down an plan solutions in every community...

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VIOLA, WI – July 8, 2024 – (Motor Sports NewsWire) – S&S Cycle, the leader in the v-twin aftermarket space, is excited to announce that Charlie Hadayia Jr. has returned to the Wisconsin-based company as their Director of Business Development. Hadayia returns to S&S, most recently from APG, where he was Senior Vice President of Supply Chain. Prior to that, he was with Tucker Rocky/Biker’s Choice and was first with S&S from 1998 – 2010, where he worked his way from a Tech position to Senior Manager of Racing and Customer Service before finally becoming the Director of Product Line.

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MADISON (WKOW) – The US Department of Labor announced $95 million in grants to bolster apprenticeship programs, and a Madison nonprofit will receive a portion of the money.

The Workforce Development Board of South Central Wisconsin will receive $4 million as part of the Apprenticeship Building America program.

The nonprofit organization, which supports a number of employment support initiatives in the area, will use the money to boost two health care apprenticeships. Both are run through Madison College with support from SSM Health and UW Health.

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An environmental review recommends a solar developer scale back its plans for the roughly $2 billion Vista Sands Solar project in Portage County to protect Wisconsin’s greater prairie-chicken population.

Vista Sands Solar, LLC, an affiliate of Doral Renewables, wants to build a solar facility that would produce around 1,300 megawatts of power with around 300 megawatts of battery storage. The facility is more than four times larger than the Badger Hollow Solar farm, the biggest solar project currently online in Wisconsin...
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Ken Notes: These projects are just getting bigger and bigger...

SISTER BAY - The collaboration between two Door County organizations working to provide affordable, year-round workforce housing on the Peninsula takes another step Tuesday with the start of a home for a qualified early childhood educator.

That`s when the Door County Housing Partnership will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for a home to be built in Sister Bay by volunteers coordinated by Door County Habitat for Humanity. Representatives from the two partnering agencies will speak during the event, as will 1st Assembly District Rep. Joel Kitchens, R-Sturgeon Bay, and Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. secretary and CEO Missy Hughes...

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MADISON, Wis. -- Governor Tony Evers announced Monday nearly $1.3 million in grants to support quality of life, foster economic development, protect and improve the Great Lakes resources, and create resiliency in Wisconsin’s coastal communities.

Evers said the grants will be administered by the Wisconsin Department of Administration`s Wisconsin Coastal Management Program to be used by local, state, and tribal governments, regional planning commissions, universities, and nonprofit organizations. The investments will ensure the protection of shoreline communities and promote long-term growth for the Great Lakes.

DOA secretary Kathy Blumenfeld said the grants will expand public access to Wisconsin`s lakes, encourage sustainable use practices, foster community development, improve habitat restoration, and address pollution.

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Ken Notes: MISSISSIPPI????

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