MADISON, Wis. – The spring of 2023 saw historic flooding hit parts of Wisconsin, which forced roads to close and put communities in danger. As spring weather returns to the state, ReadyWisconsin asks everyone to plan for the possibility floodwaters will rise again. To encourage everyone in the state to be prepared, Gov. Tony Evers has declared Feb. 25 through Mar. 2 as Flood Safety Awareness Week in Wisconsin. “Flooding remains […]
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton found himself playing a new role on NBA All-Star weekend — host. He served as Indianapolis' unofficial ambassador. He became a part-time concierge, offering suggestions for restaurant choices and places to visit. He promoted the NBA's 2K esports league, even doubled as a ticket broker. He made a video thanking local fans for their support. And he did all of it in addition to […]
MADISON – Wisconsin Farm Bureau President Brad Olson issued the following statement regarding National FFA Week, February 17-24. “Wisconsin Farm Bureau is a proud supporter of FFA because it is an organization that empowers the next generation of agricultural leaders and provides opportunities to explore a variety of agricultural careers. We also appreciate the hard work of FFA advisors and agricultural educators across the state, many of whom are Farm Bureau […]
Stephanie Rose, RN, 5 West, has been named a DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses winner at SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital. The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses® is part of The DAISY Foundation’s mission to recognize the extraordinary, compassionate nursing care they provide patients and families every day. The DAISY Foundation is a not-for-profit organization, established in memory of J. Patrick Barnes by members of his family. Patrick died at […]
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Democratic Gov. Tony Evers signed new legislative district maps into law on Monday that he proposed and that the Republicans who control the Legislature passed to avoid having the liberal-controlled state Supreme Court draw the lines. Democrats hailed the signing as a major political victory in the swing state where the Legislature has been firmly under Republican control for more than a decade, even as Democrats have won […]
Lyco Manufacturing says authorities are investigating the deaths of the company's chairman and his wife. In a statement to employees, the Columbus manufacturing company said law enforcement has informed us that Chairman Dave Zittel and his wife Sue Zittel had both been found dead. "We are shocked and extremely pained by this news, and we are in touch with the authorities as they gather the facts and circumstances about this heartbreaking situation," […]
The state assembly has passed a package of bills designed to crack down on human trafficking. The seven bills would increase awareness, impose tougher punishments for soliciting prostitutes and make it easier for victims to sue traffickers. Republican state representative Jerry O'Connor of Fond du Lac chaired the Speaker's Task Force on Human Trafficking. O'Connor says at the end of the day the task force wanted to make a difference […]
Green Lake, Wis. (February 19, 2024) – Thrasher Opera House is pleased to announce it was awarded a grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board (WAB) through their Creation & Presentation program. Funds from the grant will support the continued development and presentation of outstanding music, comedy, and theatre productions. Thrasher Opera House was recognized for its long-term financial health, increasing attendance, range of programming, and creative efforts to stimulate community […]
Madison… Senator Joan Ballweg (R-Markesan) has been appointed to serve as Co-Chair for the Children, Families and Human Services Committee commissioned by the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL). Senator Joan Ballweg will co-chair NCSL’s committee on Children, Families and Human Services with Oregon State Representative Lisa Reynolds (D). Ballweg’s appointment to the national committee is a two-year term. Throughout her time on the committee, Senator Ballweg will have the opportunity […]