Once touted as “the eighth wonder of the world” by President Trump, the Foxconn project is inviting increasing skepticism.
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Milk is cheap, but small-to-medium-sized Wisconsin farms are hurting. Similar to how Walmart devastated mom and pop shops, mega-farms are hurting Wisconsin farmers, who are forced to sell milk too cheap to survive.
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Gov. Evers seeks to stimulate entrepreneurship, innovation in Wisconsin
by AdminOn Jan. 14, Gov. Tony Evers requested the creation of a committee on entrepreneurship and innovation at the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation.
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Looking back at January’s debut of The Wisconsin 100, it’s interesting to see how things played out during the year – mostly positive, we’re happy to report.
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The Economic Impact Issue covered success stories about the state’s economy – from the recent business boom in Beloit, to the prosperous Eaux Claires festival.
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Since the grand opening of Fiserv Forum, the highly anticipated sports and entertainment venue has no signs of slowing down. During its open house, more than 50,000 people were expected to get a peek at the venue.
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A global beacon of hope for the protection of freshwater resources, the Northland College’s Burke Center for Freshwater Innovation has accomplished big things since our April Water Issue.
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What do a Wisconsin barista, CEO, city worker and teacher all have in common? They firmly believe in starting their days in productive ways long before 8 a.m. rolls around.
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Wisconsin’s most celebrated story of industrial innovation started in 1873 and is alive and well today in Kohler.
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In 1924, Milwaukee Tool created the first portable, one-handed 1/4-inch capacity drill. Since then, they’ve become a world-leading equipment manufacturer through inventiveness and technical enhancement. If you’re using a power tool, they probably invented it.
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Headquartered in Dodgeville, Wisconsin, Lands’ End is known for its comfortable, practical outerwear. But most are unaware of the company’s ongoing commitment to the environment.
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When traveling north of Milwaukee it’s hard to miss Old Glory waving proudly in front of Sheboygan’s Acuity Insurance. It is home to the largest free-flying American flag, at nearly 10,000 square feet, but that’s not the company’s only claim to fame.
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To some, social responsibility is a natural calling and passion.
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As investors seek to invest in companies doing good in the world, socially responsible investing (SRI) has become the fastest growing financial trend. Germantown-based Falcons Rock Investment Counsel is among a handful of Wisconsin firms exclusively focused on helping people invest with purpose. Turns out, SRI is good for the bottom line, too.
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Since 1959, the Bemis Company, the global packaging entity in Neenah, has been flexing its philanthropic arm. To strengthen the company’s core values of ethics, innovation, accountability and respect, the Bemis Company Foundation supports community members struggling with basic needs, seeking a better education and desiring enrichment through the arts.
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Companies are seeing that long-term investments in social, environmental and governmental initiatives are more beneficial than initiatives without sustainable practices or missions.
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In 2013, Forbes magazine proclaimed Milwaukee “the capital of water.” Five years later, Wisconsin continues to build on its water technology expertise:
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Whether flying for business or pleasure, Wisconsin travelers are embracing hometown airports as quicker, easier travel options.