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Big Rig Truck Show In Chippewa Falls Revs Up With Demolition Derby

August 16, 2019 - 12:00pm

This year's Eau Claire Big Rig Truck Show features a demolition derby and a host of events throughout the weekend.

Food Production Industry Is Strong Amid Farm Troubles, Report States

August 16, 2019 - 10:30am

At a time when dairy farming across Wisconsin has endured economic stress, food producers are experiencing a period of strength, said Steve Deller, UW-Madison professor in the Agriculture and Applied Economics program

Trempealeau County Frac Sand Mine Shuts Down Operations

August 14, 2019 - 5:25am

Hi-Crush Proppants announced this week that it will close a mining and processing operation in the city of Whitehall due to "decreased profitability." Between 35 and 40 employees will be laid off as a result.

Barron County Study Aims To Address Shortage Of Homes, Apartments

August 13, 2019 - 8:20am

A study underway in Barron County suggests the City of Barron has zero available homes for sale despite a need for 176 single-family homes. The report also says more than 118 apartment units need to be built to address demand.

Port Milwaukee Pursuing Formal Partnership With Quebec

August 13, 2019 - 5:45am

Milwaukee's port is pursuing a partnership with the Quebec government in hopes of growing international trade for Wisconsin.

Evers: Transportation Grants Will Be Distributed Fairly To Urban, Rural Communities

August 12, 2019 - 2:05pm

Gov. Tony Evers says a newly created $75 million transportation grant funding program will be administered fairly to all parts of state.

Wisconsin Farms Spending Less Due To Low Prices, Increased Consolidation

August 12, 2019 - 6:00am

Wisconsin farms spent less on production costs in 2018 as producers continue to deal with consolidation and tough economic conditions.

Rising Summerfest Security Costs Force Milwaukee Officials To Reevaluate Contract

August 9, 2019 - 5:25am

Milwaukee city officials want to reevaluate their security contract with Summerfest organizers because of increasing public safety costs.

Milwaukee's Start-Up Scene Small But Growing

August 8, 2019 - 5:45am

The Kaufmann Index of Startup Activity has consistently ranked Wisconsin and Milwaukee near the bottom in business creation and growth compared to the rest of the nation. Metro Milwaukee ranked 39th in 2017. That same year, Wisconsin ranked last.

Retailer, Legal Expert Say Legal Clarity Needed For Wisconsin's CBD Industry

August 8, 2019 - 5:20am

As state and federal officials create regulations for CBD products, some Wisconsin retailers are navigating increased risk in the new market.

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Big Rig Truck Show In Chippewa Falls Revs Up With Demolition Derby

Food Production Industry Is Strong Amid Farm Troubles, Report States

Trempealeau County Frac Sand Mine Shuts Down Operations

Barron County Study Aims To Address Shortage Of Homes, Apartments

Port Milwaukee Pursuing Formal Partnership With Quebec

Evers: Transportation Grants Will Be Distributed Fairly To Urban, Rural Communities

Wisconsin Farms Spending Less Due To Low Prices, Increased Consolidation

Rising Summerfest Security Costs Force Milwaukee Officials To Reevaluate Contract

Milwaukee's Start-Up Scene Small But Growing

Retailer, Legal Expert Say Legal Clarity Needed For Wisconsin's CBD Industry

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