Create-Ability to cease operations, lay off 61
In a letter to the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development, Create-Ability announced that it will close the organization on Aug. 31, 2021.
Business Report
Springs Window Fashions sold
Middleton-based Springs Window Fashions has been acquired by Clearlake Capital Group.
Local companies selected for innovation award finalists
Eleven Dane County companies were among 29 companies and nonprofit organizations selected as finalists for the 2021 Wisconsin Innovation Awards from more than 330 nominations from around the state.
Madison AI company secures $45 million in funding
Veda, an artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning platform for health care payers and providers, announced the close of $45 million in Series B funding led by Oak HC/FT of Greenwich, Connecticut.
Spectrum subsidiary agrees to $95K EPA fine
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced this week that United Industries Corp. of Vinita Park, Missouri — a subsidiary of Middleton-based Spectrum Brands Inc. that makes herbicides and pesticides — has agreed to pay a civil penalty of $95,000.
MadREP plans relocation
In August, Madison Region Economic Partnership (MadREP), an economic development agency supporting business growth in the Madison eight-county region, will move to 8517 Excelsior Drive, Suite 107, in Madison.
MATC president appointed to national board
Madison College President Dr. Jack Daniels was recently appointed to the National Student Clearinghouse Board.
MSO announces special reunion performances
Madison Symphony Orchestra will celebrate a return to live concerts with “Joyful Reunion — Beethoven’s Ninth” performances on Sept. 24, 25, and 26.
FB4K announces bike donation acceptance timeline
FB4K Madison, a nonprofit organization dedicated to giving free bikes to children, is accepting bike donations beginning Sept. 18 during Madison Bike Week.
Agrace opens adult day center
Agrace Adult Day Center has opened at 1702 W. Beltline Highway in Madison.
Developer launches website for downtown project
Chicago-based Core Spaces has launched a new website along with its submission of the application for the oLiv Madison, a mixed-use proposal located at W. Gorham Street and State Street.
MGE breaks ground on MMSD, city solar project
Madison Gas and Electric (MGE) has begun construction on the Hermsdorf Solar Fields, an 8-megawatt solar array that will serve the city of Madison and the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD).
Ho-Chunk sues insurers over pandemic loss claim denials
The Ho-Chunk Nation, operators of casinos, hotels, restaurants, and other businesses in Wisconsin, is suing its insurers over denied claims of pandemic losses.
Infrastructure bill moves forward
The U.S. Senate will begin work on a nearly $1 trillion national infrastructure plan.
U.S. economy records 6.5% growth
The U.S. economy grew at 6.5% during the second quarter of 2021.
