As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we're recognizing Wisconsinites who have made unique contributions to the nation.
- Nicole Pollack
The project is facing pushback from its potential neighbors and state and local leaders.
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Chris Rickert writes about public safety and covers the state and federal court systems.
- NOE GOLDHABER
More than 100 Wisconsin-made products are competing in the 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin contest.
- ANNA HANSEN
For generations of Wisconsin brides, Vera Stillmank was part of their walk down the aisle. After her death at 96, her family is carrying forward the legacy she lovingly stitched together.
- Julie Anderson World-Herald Staff Writer
Warren Buffett will remain on the Berkshire Hathaway board but will be succeeded as chairman by his son, Howard Buffett.
- NOE GOLDHABER
Over 100 companies will compete in Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce’s coolest thing contest.
The company said it is committed to making the communities where it operates better.
The National Mustard Museum is launching a $40 for 40 years fundraiser in honor of its 40th anniversary in October.
A small business clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21 at Gateway Technical College, 400 Highway H in Elkhorn. The clinic is being hosted by the Universities of Wisconsin’s Office of Business & Entrepreneurship, Wisconsin Small Business Development Center, Walworth County Economic Development Alliance and Gateway Technical College. Attendees will have an opportunity to schedule one-on-one sessions in which they will be able to discuss starting a business, financial planning, artificial intelligence, marketing and legal matters with a consultant. The clinic also will offer lectures that will include topics such as business planning, digital marketing, financial records, small business law, practical use of artificial intelligence and business taxes. Lunch and light refreshments will be available during the event. For more information, visit www.bit.ly/sbc-walworth, call 608-262-2994 or send an email message to Nora Roughen-Schmidt at nora.roughen-schmidt@business.wisconsin.edu.
The massive facility would be able to process 80 million bushels of soybeans a year and is scheduled to open in fall 2028.
As of Friday, the ongoing measles outbreak in southwest Wisconsin grew to 155 confirmed and six probable cases, with no source of the outbreak identified.
Wisconsin products being hit by the retaliatory tariffs include cheese, cardboard and tissue products.
Vivian Henning-Bailey has over 30 years of experience in senior living and dementia care. She says her leadership will focus on team development and “person-centered care practices.”
The fitness center would span approximately 4,950 square-foot and offer training sessions all seven days of the week. The project is valued at approximately $300,000.
Foxboro’s owner says unexpected development costs derailed plans for course upgrades. Residents say he intentionally neglected the 18-hole course.
Dr. George Mussman recently joined Mercyhealth Hospital and Medical Center-Walworth, N2950 Highway 67 in Lake Geneva, as a pediatrician. Mussman said he is looking forward to working with patients at the hospital. Mussman earned his medical degree from New York Medical College in Valhalla, New York. He then served his residency at Advocate Children’s Hospital in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Mussman’s interests include newborn and infant care, preventative care and wellness, nutrition, childhood obesity, gastrointestinal issues, asthma and allergy issues. For more information about Mussman, call 262-245-0535.
A virtual open house meeting also has been posted at www.mgs-projects.com.
The judge declared last week that the state lacked the right to buy the Capitol Square building.
While Dane County loses farmland to sprawl, one small town has spent almost 50 years paying farmers not to sell.
An unnamed individual has reportedly met with Kenosha city staff to discuss restoring the historic Eagles Club in the Downtown. But owner Dan Madrigrano still sees demolition as the most likely outcome.
The nuclear fusion company recently announced plans to open an R&D facility at Madison’s former Oscar Mayer plant.
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Upload Partners, a Kenosha-based creative marketing firm, is relocating to the Kenosha Innovation Center, the anchor facility of the Kenosha Innovation Neighborhood.
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- University of Wisconsin Parkside
Parkside men’s basketball will face the University of Wisconsin in an Oct. 10 exhibition at the Kohl Center, marking a Madison homecoming for coach Kyle Blackbourn.
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Parkside volleyball earned the 2026 AVCA Team Academic Award, its seventh straight honor, with 12 Rangers also recognized for GLIAC academic achievements.
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Parkside Athletics and Vonco Products will host a free 3K run and 1-mile walk benefiting the American Heart Association on August 15 at UW-Parkside in Kenosha.
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