Recognizing a decade of sustainability, conservation efforts
Stevens Point business continues to evolve with changes
Polly’s Pumpkin Patch offers a ‘gourd’ time
From pumpkins to sunflowers, farm offers a variety of family-friendly activities
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Agriculture, Forestry
‘We’re not really farming for today, but we’re farming for tomorrow’
Chris and Jenny Reichert focus on sustainable farming, preserving land for future generations
Waupaca County farmers named Farming for the Future Award finalist
Jake and Jennifer Hoewisch own and operate Hoewisch Homestead Dairy in Fremont
Arts, Entertainment, Recreation
New Shawano business combines local man’s two passions
Local veteran makes dream come true with the opening of Acupuncture of Shawano and Jiu Jitsu of Shawano
Celebration Dance opens second location on Broadway in De Pere
Classes in the new space start in October
Longtime De Pere game store making move to Appleton
The Game Capital Owner Jeff Wiza said the relocation was best option for all business needs
For the ‘Love’ of kids, football and giving back
Packers quarterback visits Green Bay West practice to discuss his foundation
Mulva Cultural Center announces 2025 traveling exhibition schedule
New Packers community mural bringing fans together
Virtual reality arcade brings family-friendly ‘Edge’ to entertainment
Edge VR’s new location aims to level-up Central Wisconsin’s all-ages options
Reeling in catches up north through education, conservation
Heindls Fishtails Guide Service offers guided fishing trips in the Northwoods region
Bear Bones Winery embraces ‘rustic elegance,’ local fruit, passion for music
Husband and wife head into retirement with winemaking, entertainment, retail and viticulture venture
Beer Shop – the culmination of a lifelong dream
Housed in a 1939 standard filling station, the Sparta establishment is owned and operated by Jeanette and Beau Burlingame
The Barn at Mirror Lake provides a one-stop shop for weddings
Buffalo County venue has waterfront views, grain bin bridal suite and hobby farm
Construction
The importance of well-educated, -prepared leaders in the workforce
NEWCA’s Construction Leadership Academy trains emerging leaders in the construction industry
Weinbrenner’s $14.5-million facility breaks ground this month
CapVest, LLC settles into its new offices in Altoona
Space designed to foster innovation, collaboration and growth
Krumm Exteriors thriving in new Menomonie branch
Siding and roofing company aims to continuously improve the communities it serves
‘When we have the opportunity to give back, we definitely do’
Hoeft Builders gives back to Chippewa Falls/Eau Claire area in various facets
Education
Two schools under one roof: Lakeland, NWTC enter partnership
Program will be housed in NWTC’s College of Business building
Regent approves UWO academic restructuring, Polk Library transformation
Turning his life around, one haircut at a time
Rhinelander man using his past troubles to improve the lives of others
Listening to, acting on the needs of the region’s workforce, students
NTC adds Respiratory Therapy, Funeral Services to its associate’s degree roster
Mid-State, NCRTAC to host EMS field training Sept. 7
Finance, Insurance
75 years of growing, serving area communities
McClone reflects on last seven-and-a-half decades of business, gears up for the next
Acuity employees support school supply drive
Forward Bank’s new office features ITM technology
Expression Dance Institute LLC granted $30k
Largest Banks with Area Branches
Ranked by total assets as of March 31, 2024
Largest Locally Chartered Banks
Ranked by total assets as of March 31, 2024
Health, Human Services
An unyielding passion for rehab care in rural communities
ClearSky Health recently broke ground on new hospital in Cleveland
St. Agnes Hospital earns 4-star rating for cath lab services
Thedacare adds robotic surgical systems in Neenah, Appleton
New Tower Clock Eye Center to open in Appleton
Transforming lives through hearing care
Maria Seefeld opens All Ears Hearing Care in the heart of Marshfield
Aspirus enlists autonomous mowers to support sustainability
Longtime Eau Claire animal hospital under new ownership
New owners also own and operate All Paws Animal Hospital in Mondovi
Coulee Health moves to new, larger location
More than 15 services, birthing center, events space housed in new County Road M facility
Filling the need for outpatient, home health care in West Central WI
Lakeland Therapy opened two locations in region to fill access gap
Lake Hallie Center urgent care now open
Wild Rivers Chiropractic now at new location
Manufacturing
‘If you can do something better, then you should do it better’
Eagle Performance Plastics launches sustainability initiative
KI receives 2024 Wisconsin 75 Performer Award for sustainability
XeteX breaks ground on new manufacturing facility in Holmen
New facility will double capacity, add jobs, meet growing customer demands
Professional Services
From manager to leader: Supporting your newly promoted team member
From manager to leader: Supporting your newly promoted team member
New program aimed at young business professionals debuts this month
Greater Wausau Chamber of Commerce launching program aimed at creating a sense of community
Hitting the road to take care of community’s furry friends
Rolling Paws Pet Care first of its kind in the Central Wisconsin area
The Coven: Where creativity, collaboration and community converge
Entrepreneurial co-working space looks to connect resources, talent with new location
Arcadia’s Edge Graphics gears up for move to new location
New property’s additional 3,000 square feet provides opportunities for future growth
Real Estate
CapVest, LLC settles into its new offices in Altoona
Space designed to foster innovation, collaboration and growth
Retail
Tomahawk transplant promotes self-love with opening of AURIC
Grand opening for holistic wellness boutique is set for Oct. 5
Prestige Auto Corporation marks 36 years and keeps on cruising
40,000-square-foot Eau Claire dealership started with a few used cars, a small rented lot
Service, Hospitality
New wine and cocktail club takes “flight” in Oshkosh
Establishment aims to be a place to hang out, talk with friends, drink wine
New Hampton Inn hotel proposed for Sturgeon Bay
City official optimistic of proposal for 80-room hotel in Door County, residents divided
Three centuries of goodness: Seroogy’s turns 125
Candy store to celebrate milestone Sept. 28 at both storefronts
The Laundry Gal transforms laundry chaos into neatly folded bliss
Stay-at-home mom with a self-proclaimed knack for turning laundry into a breeze launches laundry service business
Marcus & Millichap sell hotel in Manitowoc for $3.4 million
Pickerel’s Northwoods Inn & Restaurant marks 28 years as family business
Workers, patrons have timeless devotion to Langlade County establishment
‘We don’t cater, we provide dining experiences’
Creativity drives passion for Eagle River Private Chef Luke Olejniczak
Generations of ice cream treats and family memories
Tomahawk ice cream shop has been operated by Berg family since 1993
Local bakers create their own happily ever after with Mad Batter
‘Alice and Wonderland’-themed bakery in Cameron makes transition from cottage bakery to brick and mortar, launches food trailer
Mariachi Loco RF reopens after extensive remodel
River Falls Mexican restaurant is also celebrating 19 years in business
80 years, five generations, two families, same recipes
Olson’s Ice Cream legacy continues, expands eight decades after its inception
Technology
AI in the workforce – finding the right balance
Founder’s vision sets business technology company on a path for success
EO Johnson Business Technologies credits diversification for continued growth
Transportation
Paper Transport recognized as High Performer by EPA
Trucking company on pace to save 100,000 gallons of fuel this year
Austin Straubel International Airport playing host to TakeOff North America
The three-day conference will bring together representatives from nation’s airlines, airports
Paving the way for the next generation of truck drivers
Marinette trucking company opens up driving school to general public
Bergstrom Automotive opens new Hyundai Dealership in Green Bay
Sutton Transport partners with U.S. Army on veteran hiring program
Weston trucking company aims to help soldiers prepare for a career after the Army
Amazon distribution center is in full swing in Weston
New facility has created about 90 jobs thus far