GB Blizzard + Total Energy Systems partnership creates sparks
‘These dogs may save one of these handlers’ lives’
Where dairy does business
World Dairy Expo welcomed to Madison for 59th year
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Arts, Entertainment, Recreation
Calling all adventurers
Vertical Point Adventure Park set to open in 2027
UW-Green Bay talent takes center stage
Two faculty-written shows set to perform at World Premiere Wisconsin
Famed photographer displays nature’s ‘spontaneous essence’
Driven by customer demand, Brian Taylor opens gallery storefront on Schofield Ave.
Connecting two trails into one – River Trail is taking shape
Vilas Co. receives $1.3-million grant to help construct Phase I of the connecting trail between St. Germain, Eagle River
Construction
Calling all adventurers
Vertical Point Adventure Park set to open in 2027
Creating a consistent and thriving environment
Faith Technologies named one of America’s healthiest workplaces for 11th year
A new era for business education
UW-Stevens Point begins Sentry Hall transformation
Ellis Construction transitions to ESOP
Newly completed plan is ‘huge cultural driver’ for Stevens Point company
Waldmann Construction – relentless commitment to customers through tragedy
Sept. fire caused extensive damage to St. Germain company, rebuild represents a fresh start
Connecting two trails into one – River Trail is taking shape
Vilas Co. receives $1.3-million grant to help construct Phase I of the connecting trail between St. Germain, Eagle River
Waupaca’s Faulks Bros. Construction celebrates 80th anniversary
Company president said ‘Smart growth’ is key to longevity
Economic Development
Powerhouse spared, reinvented for the future
1904 building renovated by Wausau Chamber into business, event space
A Basecamp for belonging – Wausau launches relocation initiative
GWPP one of 17 organizations selected statewide for WEDC grant program
Education
Delivering on promises to Wisconsin
UW and WTCS request additional funding in the ’27–29 biennial budget to help combat affordability, workforce issues
First annual HackGB hackathon held at UWGB: ‘It was a success’
Student organizers learn from the 24-hour creative event, anticipate growth for year two
A new era for business education
UW-Stevens Point begins Sentry Hall transformation
Mid‑State awarded grant to grow Central WI manufacturing
One of 11 organizations to receive Empower to Grow grant, college embarks on USA MADE project
Energy
Simpson Electric moves into new manufacturing facility
Lac du Flambeau business consolidates two buildings into one, improving efficiency, workflow
Finance, Insurance
McClone Insurance named 2026 Applied Pinnacle Award winner
Government
Delivering on promises to Wisconsin
UW and WTCS request additional funding in the ’27–29 biennial budget to help combat affordability, workforce issues
Health, Human Services
Keeping care local in Chippewa Falls
Aspirus officially opens new hospital to help fill critical healthcare gaps in region
ENT & Allergy cuts ribbon on new home for Northwoods health care
Clinic to be headed by local physician, Shane White, following his return to Rhinelander
Manufacturing
Can your plant deliver the growth reshoring it’s promising?
The hidden risk in manufacturing
When institutional knowledge walks out the door
Creating a consistent and thriving environment
Faith Technologies named one of America’s healthiest workplaces for 11th year
AriensCo enters partnership with Japan-based Yanmar
Partnership aims to accelerate next-generation technology development, deliver greater value
‘High-tolerance’ machine shop training high schoolers since ’97
Pointe Precision apprenticeship program started with one student, amassed 47 graduates over 30 years
Mid‑State awarded grant to grow Central WI manufacturing
One of 11 organizations to receive Empower to Grow grant, college embarks on USA MADE project
Nonprofit
‘You can’t spell disability without the word ability’
Counting Stars supports community through child skill development, peer connection
Professional Services
Everybody had a leader who really shaped them
But no one taught us how to be that leader
Beyond the shift
Alabama-based Croux using five years of data to predict reliability to account for different staffing needs
Cutting a new path in Rhinelander, one trim at a time
Josh Newman goes from inmate to opening his own barber storefront
Retail
Sturgeon Bay’s Target unveils food-forward refresh
Changes bring first full-scale grocery to west side of town
The Heel Shoe Fitters named Birkenstock Retailer of the Year
Ashwaubenon store has 70,000 pairs of shoes in its inventory
Seroogy’s Chocolates launches limited-edition Advent Calendar
Famed photographer displays nature’s ‘spontaneous essence’
Driven by customer demand, Brian Taylor opens gallery storefront on Schofield Ave.
Service, Hospitality
A warm welcome for/from Waubee Lake Lodge’s new owner
After finalizing purchase of lodging, supper club ahead of busy summer season, ‘foot’s still on the gas’ for winter
Sam’s Pizza: Generational ownership, enjoyment
Owners of Wausau/Schofield restaurant add to countywide award streak, aim for consistent pizza, cozy atmosphere
Sports
Schuyler Rimmer named head coach of Wisconsin Herd
Rimmer brings nine years of NBA coaching experience to the Milwaukee Bucks’ G League affiliate
Technology
The hidden risk in manufacturing
When institutional knowledge walks out the door
First annual HackGB hackathon held at UWGB: ‘It was a success’
Student organizers learn from the 24-hour creative event, anticipate growth for year two
Simpson Electric moves into new manufacturing facility
Lac du Flambeau business consolidates two buildings into one, improving efficiency, workflow
Waupaca entrepreneur launches software for flight schools
Maverick helps instructors log flights, students track progress
Transportation
Waupaca entrepreneur launches software for flight schools
Maverick helps instructors log flights, students track progress
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Business In Brief
McClone Insurance named 2026 Applied Pinnacle Award winner
Seroogy’s Chocolates launches limited-edition Advent Calendar
Growth Strategies
Beyond the shift
Alabama-based Croux using five years of data to predict reliability to account for different staffing needs
Connecting two trails into one – River Trail is taking shape
Vilas Co. receives $1.3-million grant to help construct Phase I of the connecting trail between St. Germain, Eagle River
Guest Columist
Everybody had a leader who really shaped them
But no one taught us how to be that leader
Can your plant deliver the growth reshoring it’s promising?
The hidden risk in manufacturing
When institutional knowledge walks out the door
Local News
Sturgeon Bay’s Target unveils food-forward refresh
Changes bring first full-scale grocery to west side of town
Where dairy does business
World Dairy Expo welcomed to Madison for 59th year
Beyond the shift
Alabama-based Croux using five years of data to predict reliability to account for different staffing needs
Calling all adventurers
Vertical Point Adventure Park set to open in 2027
UW-Green Bay talent takes center stage
Two faculty-written shows set to perform at World Premiere Wisconsin
Creating a consistent and thriving environment
Faith Technologies named one of America’s healthiest workplaces for 11th year
AriensCo enters partnership with Japan-based Yanmar
Partnership aims to accelerate next-generation technology development, deliver greater value
‘You can’t spell disability without the word ability’
Counting Stars supports community through child skill development, peer connection
Delivering on promises to Wisconsin
UW and WTCS request additional funding in the ’27–29 biennial budget to help combat affordability, workforce issues
The Heel Shoe Fitters named Birkenstock Retailer of the Year
Ashwaubenon store has 70,000 pairs of shoes in its inventory
A warm welcome for/from Waubee Lake Lodge’s new owner
After finalizing purchase of lodging, supper club ahead of busy summer season, ‘foot’s still on the gas’ for winter
First annual HackGB hackathon held at UWGB: ‘It was a success’
Student organizers learn from the 24-hour creative event, anticipate growth for year two
Schuyler Rimmer named head coach of Wisconsin Herd
Rimmer brings nine years of NBA coaching experience to the Milwaukee Bucks’ G League affiliate
McClone Insurance named 2026 Applied Pinnacle Award winner
Seroogy’s Chocolates launches limited-edition Advent Calendar
A new era for business education
UW-Stevens Point begins Sentry Hall transformation
Famed photographer displays nature’s ‘spontaneous essence’
Driven by customer demand, Brian Taylor opens gallery storefront on Schofield Ave.
Powerhouse spared, reinvented for the future
1904 building renovated by Wausau Chamber into business, event space
Ellis Construction transitions to ESOP
Newly completed plan is ‘huge cultural driver’ for Stevens Point company
Keeping care local in Chippewa Falls
Aspirus officially opens new hospital to help fill critical healthcare gaps in region
‘High-tolerance’ machine shop training high schoolers since ’97
Pointe Precision apprenticeship program started with one student, amassed 47 graduates over 30 years
ENT & Allergy cuts ribbon on new home for Northwoods health care
Clinic to be headed by local physician, Shane White, following his return to Rhinelander
Waldmann Construction – relentless commitment to customers through tragedy
Sept. fire caused extensive damage to St. Germain company, rebuild represents a fresh start
Mid‑State awarded grant to grow Central WI manufacturing
One of 11 organizations to receive Empower to Grow grant, college embarks on USA MADE project
Simpson Electric moves into new manufacturing facility
Lac du Flambeau business consolidates two buildings into one, improving efficiency, workflow
Connecting two trails into one – River Trail is taking shape
Vilas Co. receives $1.3-million grant to help construct Phase I of the connecting trail between St. Germain, Eagle River
A Basecamp for belonging – Wausau launches relocation initiative
GWPP one of 17 organizations selected statewide for WEDC grant program
Waupaca entrepreneur launches software for flight schools
Maverick helps instructors log flights, students track progress
Waupaca’s Faulks Bros. Construction celebrates 80th anniversary
Company president said ‘Smart growth’ is key to longevity
Sam’s Pizza: Generational ownership, enjoyment
Owners of Wausau/Schofield restaurant add to countywide award streak, aim for consistent pizza, cozy atmosphere
Cutting a new path in Rhinelander, one trim at a time
Josh Newman goes from inmate to opening his own barber storefront
Making a Difference
‘You can’t spell disability without the word ability’
Counting Stars supports community through child skill development, peer connection
Updates in Brief
Cutting a new path in Rhinelander, one trim at a time
Josh Newman goes from inmate to opening his own barber storefront
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A Basecamp for belonging – Wausau launches relocation initiative
GWPP one of 17 organizations selected statewide for WEDC grant program
Famed photographer displays nature’s ‘spontaneous essence’
Driven by customer demand, Brian Taylor opens gallery storefront on Schofield Ave.
‘High-tolerance’ machine shop training high schoolers since ’97
Pointe Precision apprenticeship program started with one student, amassed 47 graduates over 30 years
Mid‑State awarded grant to grow Central WI manufacturing
One of 11 organizations to receive Empower to Grow grant, college embarks on USA MADE project
Waupaca entrepreneur launches software for flight schools
Maverick helps instructors log flights, students track progress
Keeping care local in Chippewa Falls
Aspirus officially opens new hospital to help fill critical healthcare gaps in region
Connecting two trails into one – River Trail is taking shape
Vilas Co. receives $1.3-million grant to help construct Phase I of the connecting trail between St. Germain, Eagle River
A new era for business education
UW-Stevens Point begins Sentry Hall transformation
Sam’s Pizza: Generational ownership, enjoyment
Owners of Wausau/Schofield restaurant add to countywide award streak, aim for consistent pizza, cozy atmosphere
Powerhouse spared, reinvented for the future
1904 building renovated by Wausau Chamber into business, event space