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$10 million to be invested in Wisconsin shipyards with Navy, MARAD funding

MARINETTE (WLUK)-- Fincantieri Marinette Marine is moving forward with $10 million in new U.S. Navy and U.S. Maritime Administration funding aimed at expanding advanced manufacturing and workforce investments across its Wisconsin shipyards, the company announced from Washington, D.C. The funding, to be carried out through Fincantieri’s U.S. subsidiary Fincantieri Marine...

Wisconsin · 25d

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Rooted: 4 Garden Centers and Shops Worth the Drive

Business blossomed at local plant shops during the COVID pandemic, as people quickly beautified their indoor living and work spaces. While demand cooled in the post-COVID era, people are still seeking out plants, flowers, herbs and more at a higher rate than in the past. Here in Wisconsin, an intriguing...

Wisconsin · 25d

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Pilot error blamed in Tom Tiffany Lake Wausau plane landing: NTSB report

WAUSAU, Wis. - The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) released its preliminary report on the Sept. 12 emergency water landing of a small plane carrying Republican gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany in Lake Wausau. Tiffany was flying from La Crosse to Wausau on the night of Sept. 12. NTSB report. The...

Wausau, WI · 25d

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Wisconsin DNR issues formal violation notice to Enbridge over Line 5 construction

ASHLAND AND IRON COUNTIES, Wisc. (WBUP/WJMN) — The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) formally notified Enbridge Energy Company, Inc. of alleged environmental violations Tuesday, Oct. 13 stemming from the company's Line 5 reroute construction project and response efforts following a major pipeline rupture. The notice of violation covers alleged violations occurring from March 30 through Sept. 21, 2026. The violations include breaches of permit conditions for the reroute project and unpermitted construction around the Saxon Line 5 spill site, along with violations of state water quality, wetland, navigable waterway, air quality, storm water, and endangered resources protection laws. The DNR has scheduled an enforcement conference where agency officials and Enbridge representatives will discuss the violations. Following that meeting, the DNR can pursue additional enforcement action, including issuing citations and referring the case to the Wisconsin Department of Justice for prosecution and potential forfeitures. Recent Construction Issues The violation notice comes as Enbridge faces multiple environmental challenges on the $1 billion reroute project. Environmental groups claim construction crews breached an aquifer near the Marengo River in Ashland County. Enbridge characterized the incident as a "flow of water" following pipe installation, but the Great Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife Commission identified

Wisconsin · 26d

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Wisconsin condo development lags, leaving fewer options for affordable homes

Wisconsin falls well below the national average when it comes to condos as part of the broader housing market, which puts homeownership further out of reach for many people. Condominiums often serve as a more affordable home for first-time buyers. They can also be an option for older adults to retain equity as they downsize from larger single-family homes.

Wisconsin · 26d

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SBA disaster loans available for Wisconsin storm and tornado victims

The SBA announced Tuesday that low-interest disaster loans are available for Wisconsin businesses, private nonprofit organizations and residents affected by the July 27 storms and tornadoes.

Wisconsin · 25d

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Four mayors, one squeeze: Leaders face the challenge of a K-shaped economy

Wisconsin cities are confronting the demands of a K-shaped economy in which some households climb economically while others slide as they face an affordability crunch. “The problem of a K-shaped economy is not about the line sloping up or the line sloping down,” said Superior Mayor Jim Paine. “It’s about what’s missing from the space in between. To me, that’s the gutting of the middle class and an abandonment of small, locally owned businesses.”

Wisconsin · 27d

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USDA Rural Business Development Grants Program has awarded over 1 million dollars

In a major effort to stimulate economic growth and expand job opportunities across rural Wisconsin, Wisconsin State Director Andrew Iverson announced $1.024 million in investments through the USDA Rural Business Development Grants Program. The funds are allocated across 11 distinct rural business projects ranging from food cooperatives and independent hotels to agricultural initiatives and specialized technical training.

Wisconsin · 26d

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Ag Briefs: Bird flu confirmed in another Wisconsin poultry flock,

RACINE COUNTY, Wisconsin – Highly pathogenic avian influenza has been confirmed in a backyard poultry operation in Racine County, where 121 chickens were placed under quarantine after the virus was detected. Officials believe the flock was likely infected through contact with wild waterfowl, and poultry operations within a 6-mile radius were also placed under surveillance. The case marks Wisconsin's sixth avian flu detection of 2026. Wisconsin has already lost two backyard flocks and three commercial flocks to avian influenza this year, resulting in the euthanasia of over 2.8 million birds. Officials from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection are reminding poultry owners to strengthen biosecurity measures.

Racine County, WI · 27d

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A Basecamp for belonging – Wausau launches relocation initiative

WAUSAU – For Jeny Nieuwenhuis Hardel, recruiting an experienced engineer or geologist to North Central Wisconsin can require considerably more than advertising an open position. It also means selling an entire community. Nieuwenhuis Hardel, president and owner of REI Engineering, Inc., in Wausau, said the small business employs about...

Wausau, WI · 28d

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Mid‑State awarded grant to grow Central WI manufacturing

NORTH CENTRAL WISCONSIN – In what may be a boon to the manufacturing community in Central Wisconsin, Mid-State Technical College has recently been awarded a $5 million grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). The school is one of 11 organizations across the country selected as part of...

Wisconsin · 28d

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Grants announced to help train Wisconsin workers in advanced manufacturing, AI

MADISON, Wis. -- Gov. Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development on Tuesday announced a swath of grants meant to help train the state's workers in advanced manufacturing and artificial intelligence.

Wisconsin · 26d

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Disaster unemployment assistance opens for four storm-hit Wisconsin counties

(WFRV) – Federal Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) is now available for eligible workers in four Wisconsin counties affected by severe storms and the tornado that hit the region on July 27, the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) announced Tuesday. The assistance program applies to residents in Forest, Outagamie, Vilas, and Winnebago counties following a […]

Wisconsin · 26d

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Voices: Strength in numbers. Tribal Nations are building energy sovereignty together.

Tribal Nations across Michigan and the Midwest are pooling knowledge and resources to build their own energy systems, even after federal Solar for All funding was cut, says MTERA executive director Daniel Wiggins Jr.

Michigan · 27d

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They know cheese better than anyone else. The Master Cheesemakers at Sartori

Wisconsin · 26d

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Powerhouse spared, reinvented for the future

WAUSAU – Built in 1904, Wausau’s original powerhouse on Clarke Island – which supplied electricity for streetcars connecting Wausau to Rothschild and Schofield – had been sitting empty for 20 years and slated for demolition. However, Dave Eckmann, president/CEO of the Greater Wausau Chamber of Commerce,...

Wausau, WI · 28d

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Disaster unemployment assistance available for Fox Valley tornado victims

Winnebago County, WI · 26d

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Wisconsin farmer weighs in on Save Our Bacon Act

WASHINGTON — There is a push in Congress to block states from enacting their own standards for the humane treatment of livestock. The Save Our Bacon Act is a response to a California law setting minimum space requirements for farm animals that provide pork, veal and eggs sold in the state. Supporters want to insert the legislation into the next Farm Bill. Opponents don’t.

California · 27d

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Marathon County gives Alliant until Nov. 1 to put Hub City Wind commitments in writing

WAUSAU — Alliant Energy has until Nov. 1 to show Marathon County, in writing, how the company would address residents’ concerns about the proposed Hub City Wind Farm. County supervisors approved the request 24-7 at an Oct. 1 special meeting, ending months of indecision over how to engage with the developer. Seven supervisors were absent or excused.

Marathon County, WI · 28d