Survey: Bankers indicate fading optimism
In the Wisconsin Bankers Association’s biannual Economic Conditions Survey of Wisconsin bank CEOs, 71% of respondents rated Wisconsin’s current economic health as “excellent” or “good.”
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State sets record for number of people employed
The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) announced the release of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) preliminary employment estimates.
UnityPoint Health – Meriter names new CEO
UnityPoint Health – Meriter announced that James Arnett has been selected to serve as UnityPoint Health – Meriter president and CEO.
Dairy program receives federal funding
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin and the USDA announced an $80 million investment in Dairy Business Innovation (DBI) initiatives.
COVID-19 vaccinations authorized for children
U.S. regulators announced that the first COVID-19 shots for infants and preschoolers have been authorized.
City asks businesses for help with median maintenance
The city of Madison is asking business owners and other organizations to “adopt” and maintain 89 planting beds with perennials in medians of major streets.
Epic to join new health information exchange
Verona-based medical software company Epic Systems Corp. announced plans to join Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement (TEFCA).
Schroll named EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2022 Midwest
Wes Schroll of Madison-based Fetch Rewards was named a winner of the Ernst & Young LLP Entrepreneur of the Year for 2022 Midwest.
2022 Commercial Design Awards winners announced
In Business magazine has announced the annual Commercial Design Awards winners.
Fed makes aggressive rate hike
In an aggressive move to fight high inflation, the Federal Reserve has raised its key interest rate by three-quarters of a point.
Garver gets new game cafe tenant
Located on State Street for three years, Roll Play, a board game cafe, has moved to Garver Feed Mill.
Less hope for office building to reopen
An office building at 131 W. Wilson St. that houses Paisan’s Restaurant and other tenants, is now less likely to reopen.
DOT to hold informational session on east-side project
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is presenting an informational meeting about a project that aims to improve a dangerous highway crossing on Madison’s east side.
PFAS troubles: EPA guidance, county suing DNR
The Environmental Protection Agency released new guidelines that indicate PFAS “forever chemicals” found in drinking water pose health risks even at levels so low they cannot currently be detected.
Krell Insurance Services sold
Mosher & Associates of Monroe purchased Krell Insurance Services, Inc. on Jan. 1, 2022.
