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Caterpillar Acquires Fabick Cat Dealership And Appoints Steve Ferguson As CEO

Caterpillar, a global manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, has completed its acquisition of John Fabick Tractor Company, commonly known as Fabick Cat, a longstanding Caterpillar equipment dealership serving customers across the Midwest. The acquisition follows an agreement announced in September 2026 and brings a dealership with more than 100...

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We Energies Is Crediting a Typical Home About $13 to $14 on October or November Electric Bills Because Its 2025 Fuel Costs Came In Below Estimate

We Energies is crediting over $32 million on October or November bills. A typical home gets about $13 to $14, with no action needed. Here is how it works.

Wisconsin · 7d

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Wisconsin farmer: Rural voters ‘pretty dissatisfied’ with options on ballot

FERRYVILLE, Wis. — These are tough times for the nation’s farmers. Rising fertilizer and diesel fuel costs, and the trade wars, are taking a toll. Congress’ failure to approve a new Farm Bill has added to their woes. Dylan Bruce, a seed farmer in Ferryville, feels both parties in Washington have failed him.

Wisconsin · 5d

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The Peaceful Wisconsin Town That’s A Dream For Affordable Retirement

Nobody ever puts Marshfield, Wisconsin on a vision board, and that is genuinely one of the great missed opportunities in the history of retirement planning. This peaceful Wisconsin town in the heart of the state has been delivering affordable, comfortable, genuinely pleasant retirement living for years, and it’s done so without making a big fuss about it.

Marshfield, WI · 6d

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Kronenwetter appraisers 41% through exterior reviews for property revaluation

Appraisers have reviewed the exteriors of about 41% of Kronenwetter’s properties for the village’s full revaluation and expect to finish the rest by Jan. 20. “Everybody’s been very, very accepting of having the appraisers come around,” Finance Director and Treasurer John Jacobs told trustees Monday, relaying an update from the firm.

Kronenwetter, WI · 7d

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The pause on utility cutoffs begins Nov. 1: Here’s what you need to know

The annual winter moratorium on disconnections for nonpayment starts soon. The moratorium runs from Nov. 1 to April 15 and prohibits utility providers from disconnecting residential heating services for nonpayment. To avoid disconnection, the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin advises customers who have fallen behind on payments to contact their...

Milwaukee, WI · 7d

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Verizon assures Sen. Baldwin Wisconsin customers won’t lose landlines during copper phaseout

RHINELANDER, Wis. (WSAW) -Verizon has assured Sen. Tammy Baldwin that Wisconsin residents will not lose landline telephone service as the company phases out its legacy copper wire network, pledging to keep traditional copper lines running wherever an approved replacement is unavailable. Senator Baldwin shared Verizon’s response with Oneida County Economic...

Wisconsin · 3d

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If You’re Gen X And Tired Of Overpaying, These 8 Wisconsin Towns Deserve A Look

Ready to find towns in Wisconsin where Gen X can stop overpaying and start living better?. These 8 towns offer real affordability and the kind of quiet, happy life you’ve been looking for!. 1. Superior. Superior sits at the very top of Wisconsin’s map, and it’s the kind of...

Wisconsin · 7d

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Aspirus to host virtual hiring event for nursing positions

WAUSAU – Aspirus Health will host a virtual nursing hiring event from noon to 4 p.m. on Nov. 18 offering job seekers the opportunity to connect directly with hiring leaders for a variety of in-demand nursing positions at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. “These events and their convenient online format allow...

Wausau, WI · 6d

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With colder temperatures approaching, Wisconsin’s annual winter heating disconnection moratorium is currently in effect

With colder temperatures approaching Wisconsin’s annual winter heating disconnection moratorium is currently in effect to help protect consumers unable to pay their utility bills stay warm. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) warns about scammers pretending to be utility company representatives. Michelle Reinen is with DATCP.

Wisconsin · 5d

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Fremont Paper Plant Shuts Down, 61 Ohio Jobs Lost to Wisconsin Move

A specialty paper manufacturer based in south-central Pennsylvania is permanently closing its converting facility in Fremont, Ohio, putting 61 people out of work starting Dec. 1. Pixelle Specialty Solutions, headquartered in Spring Grove, York County, informed the state of Ohio that it will shut down the plant at 2275 Commerce Drive, tying the closure directly to the sale of the business that kept the facility running.

Fremont, OH · 5d

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Wausau VFW post offers $1 to return to River Drive, faces competing café bid

A Wausau VFW post that left River Drive nearly a decade ago wants to come home, and the post’s $1 offer for vacant county buildings there faces a competing bid. “We want River Drive to be our home again. And this time, we want it to be our last,” VFW Burns Post 388 wrote in a proposal submitted Oct. 12.

Wausau, WI · 8d

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Wausau’s lead pipe award is mostly loans, and PFAS settlement cash still has no plan

WAUSAU — Most of Wausau’s state lead pipe award comes as loans, and the PFAS settlement cash officials want to use to curb borrowing is missing from Wednesday’s Water Works agenda. The state Department of Natural Resources has allocated Wausau $10.6 million for 2027 lead line work,...

Wausau, WI · 6d

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Discount grocery chain shuts down as financial troubles mount

Bargain hunters in southeastern Wisconsin have lost a familiar place to shop after Best Bargains closed its stores. The Wisconsin discount grocery and wholesale-food retailer operated three locations in Burlington, Elkhorn and New Munster. The shutdown followed serious financial troubles that pushed the company into receivership. The stores closed after...

Elkhorn, WI · 19d

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Gunnar Tessmer promoted to Director of Sales

WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - WSAW NewsChannel 7 announces the promotion of Gunnar Tessmer to Director of Sales of WSAW & WZAW-TV, and its sister properties WYOW and ESAW. The promotion is effective immediately. “This is a win-win. Our team trusts Gunnar and our business community trusts Gunnar. Our clients rely...

Wausau, WI · 8d

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Governor Tony Evers recently highlighted the expanding influence of Wisconsin's agricultural tourism industry

Governor Tony Evers recently highlighted the expanding influence of Wisconsin's agricultural tourism industry, recognizing working farms that generate crucial supplemental income by accommodating the public demand for authentic farm recreation, education, and fresh food. This growing sector not only supports individual farmers but also serves as a key driver of economic vitality for rural communities across the state.

Wisconsin · 8d

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State’s pool of commercial truck drivers shrinking even as demand rises

Wisconsin’s pool of licensed commercial truck drivers is shrinking even as the state’s reliance on trucking to drive the economy has grown, a new study from the Wisconsin Policy Forum shows. The number of people licensed to handle big rigs hasn’t kept pace with this demand, and with...

Wisconsin · 6d

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Milwaukee's WEC Energy Hikes Spending Plan to $47.5 Billion on Data Center Boom

WEC Energy Group now plans to spend $47.5 billion on capital projects between 2027 and 2031, a $10 billion jump over its previous five-year outlook, as the Milwaukee-based utility giant races to keep pace with surging demand from data centers across Wisconsin. The increase amounts to more than 26% above...

Wisconsin · 9d

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The Wisconsin Credit Union League: Unveils bold, updated look for the association’s next era

MADISON, WI (November 2, 2026) – The Wisconsin Credit Union League (The League) today announced a refreshed brand to better reflect the evolution of its organization and The Credit Union Movement it serves. With The League’s brand last updated in 2005, today’s refresh captures the next generation of member...

Wisconsin · 6d