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Murphy’s Law: Foxconn Deal Looks Dead
Murphy’s Law

Foxconn Deal Looks Dead

Company’s revised plan ineligible for subsidies and Foxconn opposes contract rewrite.

Milwaukee Tool Expanding Wisconsin Footprint
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Milwaukee Tool Expanding Wisconsin Footprint

Company to hire 870 workers by 2025

WEDC supports John Deere project to expand, add jobs
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WEDC supports John Deere project to expand, add jobs

New facility will create 12 jobs, draw $24 million capital investment

City of Shell Lake receives $250,000 state grant to support renovation of medical center
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City of Shell Lake receives $250,000 state grant to support renovation of medical center

WEDC investment to help fund new construction of a new primary and specialty care clinic and renovation of Indianhead Medical Center building

Eyes on Milwaukee: Committee Okays Reed Street Yards Fix
Eyes on Milwaukee

Committee Okays Reed Street Yards Fix

Sewer being relocated to accommodate development. But by which company?

Governor Evers: Brookings/ITIF Proposal Would Significantly Boost Funding for Wisconsin Tech Leaders
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Governor Evers: Brookings/ITIF Proposal Would Significantly Boost Funding for Wisconsin Tech Leaders

Report calls for 10-year, $100 billion federal Investment in “heartland” tech centers

Door County boutique hotel breaks ground
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Door County boutique hotel breaks ground

WEDC will provide $250,000 to the Village of Sister Bay to help fund the project

Door County Maritime Museum breaks ground on construction of new lighthouse tower
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Door County Maritime Museum breaks ground on construction of new lighthouse tower

The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) is supporting the project with a $250,000 Community Development Investment Grant.

The State of Politics: New Push to Fix State Workforce Crisis
The State of Politics

New Push to Fix State Workforce Crisis

Business, civic and government leaders will convene to discuss looming worker shortage.

Wisconsin businesses invited to apply for 2020 Governor’s Export Achievement Award
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Wisconsin businesses invited to apply for 2020 Governor’s Export Achievement Award

Program highlights global reach of Wisconsin products and services

City of Baraboo receives $54,700 state grant to support renovation of historic AL. Ringling Mansion
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City of Baraboo receives $54,700 state grant to support renovation of historic AL. Ringling Mansion

WEDC investment to help fund transformation of historic mansion ballroom into new brewpub

Melissa Goins of Maures Development Group Joins WHEDA Board
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Melissa Goins of Maures Development Group Joins WHEDA Board

Founded by Goins in 2006, Maures has developed nearly 400 apartment units contributing more than $75 million of investment to the city of Milwaukee.

Foxconn Announces First-Round Finalists of Year-Two “Smart Cities – Smart Futures” Competition
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Foxconn Announces First-Round Finalists of Year-Two “Smart Cities – Smart Futures” Competition

Foxconn continues three-year competition that awards up to $1 million in cash and technical support to Wisconsin students, faculty and staff

Plats and Parcels: Park East Apartments Cleared for Takeoff
Plats and Parcels

Park East Apartments Cleared for Takeoff

Plus: Why Molson Coors picked Milwaukee over Denver.

WEDC announces deputy secretary and chief operating officer
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WEDC announces deputy secretary and chief operating officer

Current deputy secretary is taking senior position with JP Cullen

Riverwood Eagle’s Nest breaks ground on construction of new senior community project in Wisconsin Dells
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Riverwood Eagle’s Nest breaks ground on construction of new senior community project in Wisconsin Dells

WEDC will provide $250,000 to the City of Wisconsin Dells to help fund project

Garver Feed Mill officially opens in Madison
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Garver Feed Mill officially opens in Madison

Governor Evers, Destination Madison celebrate redevelopment of historic property

Eyes on Milwaukee: MillerCoors Will Change Name, Add Local Jobs
Eyes on Milwaukee

MillerCoors Will Change Name, Add Local Jobs

In global shakeup Milwaukee a winner over Denver and could gain hundreds of jobs.

FZE Manufacturing Solutions, LLC named latest Made in Wisconsin® company
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FZE Manufacturing Solutions, LLC named latest Made in Wisconsin® company

WEDC officials present award in North Fond du Lac as part of Manufacturing Month

2019 MARKETPLACE Governor’s Awards recognize outstanding businesses
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2019 MARKETPLACE Governor’s Awards recognize outstanding businesses

Governor Evers presents awards to top minority-, woman-, and veteran-owned businesses

Regional Education Leaders Form Alliance to Address College Completion, Workforce Development in Southeastern Wisconsin
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Regional Education Leaders Form Alliance to Address College Completion, Workforce Development in Southeastern Wisconsin

Together, HERA’s higher education institutions and partner organizations are committed to leveraging their collective strengths and resources.

Wisconsin school districts encouraged to apply for Fab Labs Grants
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Wisconsin school districts encouraged to apply for Fab Labs Grants

WEDC expects to award grants to 30 districts; deadline is Dec. 12

Foxconn Kicks Off Year Two of Smart Cities Smart Futures Competition
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Foxconn Kicks Off Year Two of Smart Cities Smart Futures Competition

Foxconn continues three-year competition that awards up to $1 million in cash and technical support to Wisconsin students, faculty, and staff

Gov. Evers Attends Midwest U.S.—Japan Association Conference, Meets with Corporate Leaders
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Gov. Evers Attends Midwest U.S.—Japan Association Conference, Meets with Corporate Leaders

Trade mission emphasizes exports, connections with Japanese-owned businesses in Wisconsin

Can New Leader Clean Up WEDC?

Can New Leader Clean Up WEDC?

Evers appointee Melissa Hughes takes over long-troubled state jobs agency.

Gov. Evers, State Business Leaders Depart Today for Trade Mission to Japan
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Gov. Evers, State Business Leaders Depart Today for Trade Mission to Japan

Governor will focus on building relationships, increasing exports and attracting investments

Rep. Hintz: Statement on Governor Evers’ WEDC Appointment
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Rep. Hintz: Statement on Governor Evers’ WEDC Appointment

"Missy Hughes is a proven leader at one of Wisconsin’s most successful, homegrown businesses."

Shilling Applauds Hughes as WEDC pick
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Shilling Applauds Hughes as WEDC pick

"As someone with a connection to the Coulee Region, I have enjoyed working with Ms. Hughes through her work at Organic Valley."

Gov. Evers Announces Appointment of Missy Hughes to Serve as CEO of Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
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Gov. Evers Announces Appointment of Missy Hughes to Serve as CEO of Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation

Ms. Hughes has served as Chief Mission Officer and General Counsel for Organic Valley/CROPP cooperative since 2003.

Gov. Evers Tours UW-Milwaukee School of Freshwater Sciences
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Gov. Evers Tours UW-Milwaukee School of Freshwater Sciences

Visit highlights new Freshwater Collaborative program, public-private partnerships

Gov. Evers: Beaver Dam Commerce Park Ready for Development
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Gov. Evers: Beaver Dam Commerce Park Ready for Development

Industrial site is latest addition to Certified In Wisconsin® program

Gulfstream Opens Appleton Service Center
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Gulfstream Opens Appleton Service Center

$39.5 million capital investment in service and operations will create 171 jobs

The State of Politics: State’s Paper Industry Still Leads Nation
The State of Politics

State’s Paper Industry Still Leads Nation

With 1,531 workers in Milwaukee County. But it faces challenges, may need state help.

WEDC Grants Spur Innovation at UWM’s School of Freshwater Sciences and Connected Systems Institute
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WEDC Grants Spur Innovation at UWM’s School of Freshwater Sciences and Connected Systems Institute

WEDC supported the 2017 launch of the Connected Systems Institute with an initial grant of $900,000.

Foxconn Jobs Not Worth The Cost

Foxconn Jobs Not Worth The Cost

New analysis shows the cost to taxpayers per job outweighs the return.

The State of Politics: Evers Respects His Agency Leaders
The State of Politics

Evers Respects His Agency Leaders

Walker at times ignored cabinet, made decisions for his political career.

Gov. Evers Announces $1 Million TEA Grant for Fitchburg, Supporting Promega Expansion and Creating 200 New Jobs
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Gov. Evers Announces $1 Million TEA Grant for Fitchburg, Supporting Promega Expansion and Creating 200 New Jobs

“The TEA program is designed to support economic development.”

Eyes on Milwaukee: Ribbon Cutting Celebrates SEVEN04 Place, Developer Brandon Rule
Eyes on Milwaukee

Ribbon Cutting Celebrates SEVEN04 Place, Developer Brandon Rule

First development from young, African-American developer brings new, affordable housing to Walker's Point.

Gov. Evers Announces Search for Next Secretary and CEO of Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation
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Gov. Evers Announces Search for Next Secretary and CEO of Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation

Gov. Evers is running a transparent process to find the best candidate to lead the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation and is encouraging qualified applicants to apply online.

Raynetta Hill of CommonBond Communities joins WHEDA board
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Raynetta Hill of CommonBond Communities joins WHEDA board

Hill served as Associate Director for the Historic Business Improvement District No. 8 in Milwaukee.

The State of Politics: State Program Looks to Hire Veterans
The State of Politics

State Program Looks to Hire Veterans

“Hiring Our Heroes” fights state’s worker shortage by recruiting ex-military staff.

Eyes on Milwaukee: A $1 Million Fund To Support Northwest Side Startups
Eyes on Milwaukee

A $1 Million Fund To Support Northwest Side Startups

State contributes $500,000 match to Northwest Side CDC loan fund targeted at early stage companies.

UW System empowers small business innovation
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UW System empowers small business innovation

“UW System’s Institute for Business & Entrepreneurship is powerful and growing,” said UW System President Ray Cross.

Gov. Evers Announces Nexus Pharmaceuticals to Build Sterile Injectable Manufacturing Facility in Pleasant Prairie
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Gov. Evers Announces Nexus Pharmaceuticals to Build Sterile Injectable Manufacturing Facility in Pleasant Prairie

The Pleasant Prairie manufacturing facility will support the production and supply of drugs in an array of therapeutic areas, including anesthesia, oncology, cardiovascular and neurology.

The Water Council’s BREW Accelerator winners pitch ideas to corporate and community partners
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The Water Council’s BREW Accelerator winners pitch ideas to corporate and community partners

This event was not only an opportunity for these companies to pitch their technologies, but also continue to build their mentorship support and, more importantly, to expand their network with potential investors.

Eyes on Milwaukee: Asian Market at Northridge By 2021?
Eyes on Milwaukee

Asian Market at Northridge By 2021?

After city condemns building, the mall's owners introduce development plan, timeline.

$189 million ND Paper project receives WEDC support
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$189 million ND Paper project receives WEDC support

$1.7 million in tax credits to help support expansion at Biron mill, 27 new jobs

20 Wisconsin school districts awarded Fab Labs Grants
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20 Wisconsin school districts awarded Fab Labs Grants

Governor Tony Evers, Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes, WEDC Secretary Mark Hogan and other key leaders to award grants during statewide tour on Fab Lab Day

Advanced Composite Products and Technology establishes operations in Wisconsin
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Advanced Composite Products and Technology establishes operations in Wisconsin

New expansion in Marathon County will create 13 jobs, $5.2 million capital investment

Three companies win 2019 Governor’s Export Achievement Awards
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Three companies win 2019 Governor’s Export Achievement Awards

Gamber-Johnson, PIC Wire & Cable, Whitehall Specialties honored for exporting excellence

Wisconsin Budget: How to Improve the Foxconn Contract
Wisconsin Budget

How to Improve the Foxconn Contract

Changes could benefit both the state and company.

WEDC awards $150,000 grant to support new food and beverage talent outreach program
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WEDC awards $150,000 grant to support new food and beverage talent outreach program

FaB Wisconsin to implement statewide talent attraction and development initiative

Local Wisconsin Main Street organizations recognized at 28th annual awards ceremony
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Local Wisconsin Main Street organizations recognized at 28th annual awards ceremony

WEDC salutes volunteers, staff for their efforts at event in Chippewa Falls

Foxconn Announces Final Round Winners of “Smart Cities-Smart Futures” Competition
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Foxconn Announces Final Round Winners of “Smart Cities-Smart Futures” Competition

Concludes first year of $1 million competition with state, local academic partners

Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation names new communications director
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Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation names new communications director

David Callender brings extensive experience in journalism, government relations and policy analysis

WEDC awards $750,000 grant for new beverage innovation center of excellence
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WEDC awards $750,000 grant for new beverage innovation center of excellence

Center for Dairy Research to create one-of-a-kind public resource for entrepreneurs with access to pilot plant and consulting services

Evers Wants to Renegotiate Foxconn Deal

Evers Wants to Renegotiate Foxconn Deal

Says 13,000 jobs "unrealistic," project is now much smaller, taxpayers must be protected.

Sen. Fitzgerald Statement on Governor Evers and Foxconn
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Sen. Fitzgerald Statement on Governor Evers and Foxconn

"This completes the original narrative that the governor has wanted to undermine the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation from day one."

R.E. Management President Victoria Parmentier joins WHEDA board
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R.E. Management President Victoria Parmentier joins WHEDA board

"I look forward to serving on the WHEDA board and using my real estate management experience to advance WHEDA’s mission."

Back in the News: Foxconn As High Comedy
Back in the News

Foxconn As High Comedy

Tech publication The Verge tries to figure out what Foxconn is actually doing here. LOL.

Centro Sperimentale del Latte establishes operations in Racine County
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Centro Sperimentale del Latte establishes operations in Racine County

Italian probiotic company to establish U.S. operations with manufacturing facility

Faith Technologies expands operations in Outagamie County
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Faith Technologies expands operations in Outagamie County

New manufacturing facility in Little Chute will create 275 jobs

State Representative David Crowley joins WHEDA board
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State Representative David Crowley joins WHEDA board

“I am honored and excited to join the board of WHEDA,” said Crowley.

Wausau River District named 2019 Great American Main Street
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Wausau River District named 2019 Great American Main Street

Founded in 2002, Wausau River District has played an important role in advocating for new developments as well as redesigning wider and more walkable streets.

City of Fond du Lac receives $90,000 state grant to support redevelopment of downtown historical building
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City of Fond du Lac receives $90,000 state grant to support redevelopment of downtown historical building

WEDC investment to help fund renovation of building into tavern, apartments

WEDC approves tax credits for new Amazon facility in Oak Creek
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WEDC approves tax credits for new Amazon facility in Oak Creek

Support for the $200 million project is expected to help create 1,500 jobs in Milwaukee County.

New startups selected to participate in BREW accelerator programs
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New startups selected to participate in BREW accelerator programs

The BREW is the world’s leading freshwater seed accelerator with a focus on innovative startups that address global water challenges.

Milwaukee County Provides More Than $2 Million in Support for St. Anthony Place, Opening Today to Support the Formerly Homeless
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Milwaukee County Provides More Than $2 Million in Support for St. Anthony Place, Opening Today to Support the Formerly Homeless

St. Anthony Place is a huge step in Milwaukee County’s effort to end chronic homelessness in our community and provide permanent, supportive housing for those in need

Foxconn Announces Second-Round Winners of “Smart Cities-Smart Futures” Competition
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Foxconn Announces Second-Round Winners of “Smart Cities-Smart Futures” Competition

Students and faculty representing Wisconsin’s higher academic institutions recognized for their contributions to environmental sustainability, medical services, and transportation

Wisconsin companies invited to take part in global trade venture to France and the United Kingdom in June
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Wisconsin companies invited to take part in global trade venture to France and the United Kingdom in June

The week-long trade venture will include visits to Paris, London and Birmingham, which are markets of particular opportunity for Wisconsin companies.

Murphy’s Law: Did Business Leaders Fail on Foxconn?
Murphy’s Law

Did Business Leaders Fail on Foxconn?

None raised any doubts about a deal that always seemed suspect.

City of Prairie du Chien receives $250,000 state grant to support development of The Waterfront Hotel
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City of Prairie du Chien receives $250,000 state grant to support development of The Waterfront Hotel

WEDC investment to help fund construction of three-story downtown hotel

City of Prairie du Chien receives $250,000 state grant to support development of The Waterfront Hotel
Press Release

City of Prairie du Chien receives $250,000 state grant to support development of The Waterfront Hotel

WEDC investment to help fund construction of three-story downtown hotel

Bernatello’s Pizza expands operations in Kaukauna
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Bernatello’s Pizza expands operations in Kaukauna

New expansion will create 48 jobs, $24 million capital investment

Wisconsin Budget: 5 Key Problems With Foxconn Contract
Wisconsin Budget

5 Key Problems With Foxconn Contract

Company could create zero jobs and still benefit from $1.6 billion of the subsidy.

DPW Files Federal Lawsuit Over Republicans’ Lame-Duck Power Grab
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DPW Files Federal Lawsuit Over Republicans’ Lame-Duck Power Grab

Republicans' legislation violated Democratic voters' federal constitutional rights

Conagra Brands expanding Birds Eye Foods operations in Beaver Dam
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Conagra Brands expanding Birds Eye Foods operations in Beaver Dam

Company expects to create approximately 140 jobs over five years to support Birds Eye

WEDC minority business development director receives statewide award for leadership
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WEDC minority business development director receives statewide award for leadership

Seyoum Mengesha was named a recipient of the Golden Champion Award.

WEDC awards nine grants to support entrepreneurship programs throughout Wisconsin
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WEDC awards nine grants to support entrepreneurship programs throughout Wisconsin

$500,000 in grants to help local, regional initiatives for startups

Huge Water Project for Foxconn Continues

Huge Water Project for Foxconn Continues

Racine water utility expected company to use 7 million gallons daily, but current needs unclear.

Robin Vos Giving $500 an Hour Lawyers a Blank Check to Defend His Scheme to Rig the Rules for Foxconn
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Robin Vos Giving $500 an Hour Lawyers a Blank Check to Defend His Scheme to Rig the Rules for Foxconn

‘The Only Thing Wisconsin Taxpayers are Getting Out of These Republican Deals is Being Stuck With the Bill’

Village of Cashton receives $112,500 state grant to support development of new day care facility
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Village of Cashton receives $112,500 state grant to support development of new day care facility

WEDC investment to help fund renovation of vacant office building in Monroe County

Wisconsin Budget: Corporate Handouts Cut State Revenue
Wisconsin Budget

Corporate Handouts Cut State Revenue

Which could make it difficult to fund more spending on schools, UW System and roads.

Back in the News: Foxconn Project in “Chaos”
Back in the News

Foxconn Project in “Chaos”

Foxconn workers, insiders say Racine project is failing in Bloomberg story.

Village of Mount Horeb receives $250,000 state grant to support new dental complex
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Village of Mount Horeb receives $250,000 state grant to support new dental complex

WEDC investment to fund construction of multi-specialty dental facility

It’s Groundhog Day in the GOP Legislature
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It’s Groundhog Day in the GOP Legislature

Majority Party Continues to Try and Deflect Blame

Murphy’s Law: 12 Reasons The Foxconn Deal Is Dying
Murphy’s Law

12 Reasons The Foxconn Deal Is Dying

The company is cutting back plans. Will it walk away entirely?

New Questions About Robin Vos, GOP’s Lame Duck Law Changes As Foxconn Scales Back Wisconsin Operation
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New Questions About Robin Vos, GOP’s Lame Duck Law Changes As Foxconn Scales Back Wisconsin Operation

GOP Grabbed Control of Agency Overseeing Deal, Reduced Accountability Before Foxconn Suggests ‘Modifications’ to Biggest Ever State Subsidy of Foreign Corporation

Op Ed: Evers Could Boost the Business Sector
Op Ed

Evers Could Boost the Business Sector

His promise to be “business friendly” and emphasize entrepreneurship could help state.

City of Superior receives $148,400 state grant to support redevelopment of freight depot into brewpub
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City of Superior receives $148,400 state grant to support redevelopment of freight depot into brewpub

WEDC investment will fund renovation of historic building as the new home of Thirsty Pagan Brewing

Wisconsin companies invited to take part in global trade venture to China in April
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Wisconsin companies invited to take part in global trade venture to China in April

The trade venture will include visits to Chengdu, Shanghai and Beijing, which are markets of particular opportunity for Wisconsin companies.

Genetic Visions expands laboratory operations in Middleton
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Genetic Visions expands laboratory operations in Middleton

New lab space will create 21 jobs, increase testing capacity

Foxconn Releases 2018 Wisconsin Project Highlights Including Creation of Over 1,000 Jobs
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Foxconn Releases 2018 Wisconsin Project Highlights Including Creation of Over 1,000 Jobs

Company will not seek year one co-investment from state, emphasizes ongoing commitment to Wisconsin

Wisconsin ranks third in winning health and life science business grants
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Wisconsin ranks third in winning health and life science business grants

The 23 percent win rate for applications (248 awards from 1,056 submissions) resulted in $87 million invested in the state’s entrepreneurial efforts.

$190 million Promega expansion receives WEDC support
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$190 million Promega expansion receives WEDC support

$1.5 million in tax credits to help finance new R&D facility at Fitchburg campus

Watertown business wins Main Street Makeover Contest
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Watertown business wins Main Street Makeover Contest

Anthony’s 511 to receive up to $10,000 to help give business facelift, expand

EQ establishing operations on northwest side of Milwaukee
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EQ establishing operations on northwest side of Milwaukee

Minnesota-based financial services company expects to create 180 jobs over three years

Gov. Evers Requests Creation of Committee on Entrepreneurship and Innovation at WEDC
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Gov. Evers Requests Creation of Committee on Entrepreneurship and Innovation at WEDC

"In order for Wisconsin’s economy to thrive, we must foster a culture that supports entrepreneurship and innovation."

WEDC now accepting applications for Certified In Wisconsin Program
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WEDC now accepting applications for Certified In Wisconsin Program

Program that designates industrial sites as ready for development has generated $456 million in new investment throughout the state

WEDC to host webinar on state’s Certified In Wisconsin Program
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WEDC to host webinar on state’s Certified In Wisconsin Program

Live session to provide details on development-ready property designation program that will begin accepting applications on Jan. 14

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