Wisconsin’s Office of Rural Prosperity aims to spread opportunity across the state

Over the past four years, Wisconsin’s Office of Rural Prosperity has served as a place where rural residents and community leaders can go to ensure that their voices and needs are heard in the state government.

The office has been tasked with improving the state’s forestry sector, investing in renewable energy projects, boosting outdoor recreation, supporting child care professional development, expanding broadband access, and more. 

Gov. Tony Evers announced the creation of the office during his State of the State address in 2020, noting that it would be a specialized office within the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC). 

Beth Haskovec, director of the Office of Rural Prosperity, joined UpNorthNews Radio’s Pat Kreitlow last week to discuss what the office is aiming to accomplish...