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DNR’s Madison Service Center will close Sept. 30
The companies, people and issues shaping business in Madison and the Capital Region. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is reminding the public that with the sale of the GEF2 building in downtown Madison, the DNR’s central office will be closed to the public on Sept. 30 and the agency’s Madison-based staff relocated to the Hill Farms office building, which will be a DNR field office.
City of Madison Wisconsin
Recognizing Housing Rhetoric
Since 2021, housing has been one of my main priorities. Over the past several years, I've worked with City staff, the Mayor's Office, and my colleagues on the Common Council to push for zoning code changes and expand housing choices across Madison. This work didn't happen overnight, and it didn't...
WSAW
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Tom Meikle retires from 49 years in the hardware business
“It’s a thingamajig, with a curve for a corner wall.”. “It’s a whatchamacallit that goes under the sink.”. “It’s a doohickey that closes the screen door.”. After 49 years in the hardware business, Tom Meikle has heard all kinds of descriptions for common household problems. “You sort of learn to speak the language of the DIYs [do-it-yourself] when they come in and try to describe the problem. You hear the same questions so often, and you watch their eyes and their fingers as they explain,” he said. “Pretty soon you pick up what they need.”
dairyherd.com
World Dairy Expo Trade Show Opens New Doors for All
Each fall, the global dairy industry converges at World Dairy Expo for an unmatched showcase of innovation, education, and collaboration—and at the heart of it all is the Trade Show. In 2026, the Trade Show returns to Alliant Energy Center from September 29 through October 2, offering attendees the keys to the future of the dairy industry.
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Sunglass Hut coming to Hilldale
The companies, people and issues shaping business in Madison and the Capital Region. Sunglass Hut, a designer eyewear retailer, will open in Hilldale later this winter, the shopping center announced. Founded in 1971, Sunglass Hut is an international retailer of sunglasses and sunglass accessories. Its Hilldale store will be located...
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National Dairy Shrine Pioneers honored in 2026
This year, the National Dairy Shrine has awarded Pioneer honors to the pair of veterinarians who founded Sunshine Genetics, as well as Larry Chase, Dennis Funk, and Richard Grant. Over their lifetimes, all have contributed to the dairy industry and are considered greats in their fields and careers. Here’s a closer look at the industry trailblazers who have earned this year’s Pioneer designation:
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National Dairy Shrine Recognizes Inaugural Class of Emerging Leaders
For generations, the National Dairy Shrine in Fort Atkinson, Wis., has served as the industry’s sanctuary of heritage. Its walls are lined with the portraits of legends — the pioneers, the master breeders and the visionaries who built the foundation of U.S. dairy. Traditionally, these hallowed halls have...
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The food scene at a near-westside intersection just got a lot more interesting
Patrick Randolph had just left his desk job to help manage a small CSA farm when an idea first crossed his mind: “It would be great if there was a place I could drop off [the farm's] food, and they would sell it for me," he recalls. He looked into it and found a shop called Argus Farm Stop in Ann Arbor, Michigan, doing exactly that.
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Realta Fusion moving into OM Station
The Madison-based company is expected to create over 600 jobs and move fusion research forward. During Oscar Mayer’s heyday at the 72-acre production facility at 910 Mayer Ave., employees worked there for decades and enjoyed the competitive pay and benefits the company offered. Now, a new company hopes to provide that same long-term job stability and local economic boost at the property called OM Station.
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Fall Parade of Homes returns in October
The companies, people and issues shaping business in Madison and the Capital Region. The Madison Area Builders Association will hold its 7th annual Fall Parade of Homes October 9–11 and Oct. 16–18 at 15 homes in Greater Madison. The self-guided event will take place at 15 newly constructed...
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Tibetan market serves up breakfast and community
“I have to announce that it’s my sister doing the cooking,” said Namgyal Ponsar. The Northside’s spot for Tibetan cuisine, the Little Tibet Market And Cafe, located directly across from FEED Kitchens at 1113 N. Sherman Ave., has begun opening Saturday mornings at 9 am for breakfast specials.
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New Madison market aims to put more local food dollars back in farmers’ pockets
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - A new farm market on Madison’s west side is giving small Wisconsin farmers another place to sell their products while giving customers another way to shop local. Grandad’s Farm Stop opened just over a week ago, but owner and operator Patrick Randolph said the idea...
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Meetings set for development of Madison’s Near West Area Plan
The companies, people and issues shaping business in Madison and the Capital Region. The city of Madison will hold three public meetings on its development plans for the Near West Area in early November. There will be virtual meetings Nov. 4, from noon to 1 p.m. and Nov. 9, from...
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Sunglass Hut joining Hilldale
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Exciting news for Hilldale shoppers. Sunglass Hut is coming to Madison’s Hilldale Shopping Center later this winter. The designer eyewear company will open a store between Lush Cosmetics and Rowan. Sunglass Hut sells brands like Ray-Ban, Oakley and Prada. It will join other eyewear companies...
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Bucket Farm Friends: a new collaboration
Introducing a new collaboration of Brainplate Grows, FEED Kitchens, Healthy Food For All, 50+ Madison food businesses, and your immediate community: bringing the farm to you. Economic challenges, including the rising cost of food and living, have put more and more pressure on low income individuals and families. Now more than ever we need community level programs to help neighbors support one another long term.