Anne Sayers

Outdoor Recreation Boosts Wisconsin Economy By $11.2 Billion

Up by 9.4% in one year, 20th in the nation in federal data touted by Gov. Evers.

11 European Holiday Markets in Wisconsin

As trend grows in the state there's now one in Wauwatosa.

2024 Roundup- Gov. Evers Completes Annual 72-County Tour of Wisconsin

Uncover the Canvas of Autumn with Travel Wisconsin’s Fall Color Report

New features make it easier for travelers to chase fall leaves, outdoor adventure

Gov. Evers, WisDOT Announce New Rustic Roads Guide, Highlighting Wisconsin’s Roads Less Traveled

Wisconsin Tourism Has Second Straight Record-Breaking Year

$25 billion economic impact beats prior record, supporting more than 178,000 jobs.

Gov. Evers, Department of Tourism Announce Wisconsin Tourism Sees Another Record-Breaking Year

Tourism generated $25 billion in total economic impact in 2023, surpassing state’s previous record for the second year in a row

Evers, Packers Welcome NFL Draft to Wisconsin

2025 NFL Draft will be held in Green Bay. At least 250,000 fans expected to attend.

‘Top Chef’ Premiere Dished Up Praise For Milwaukee, The Dairy State

The season's first episode highlighted Milwaukee's Lupi & Iris, Blu and a handful of local personalities.

Gov. Evers, Tourism Announce Wisconsin’s Outdoor Recreation Industry Adds Record $9.8 Billion to State Economy

New data shows Wisconsin’s outdoor industry grew 6.8 percent in 2022

Gov. Evers Announces New Rustic Roads Guide with 124 Routes

Print and online guides now also feature Wisconsin’s Scenic Byways

Wisconsin’s 2022 Tourism Broke Records

$23.7 billion economic impact the highest ever, with most overnight stays.

Gov. Evers Announces Wisconsin Tourism Sees Record-Breaking Year

Tourism generated $23.7 billion in total economic impact in 2022, surpassing state’s previous record

Baird Center Reaches Highest Point

Topping-off ceremony for $456 million Wisconsin Center expansion draws dignitaries a year before completion.

State Officials Want To Boost Wisconsin’s Outdoor Recreation Marketing

Office of Outdoor Recreation seeks more funding in Gov. Evers' budget.

Rep. Donovan’s Reckless Driving Bills Approved By Legislature

And: Republicans block rule that bans conversion therapy, allowing controversial practice to continue.

Wisconsin Tourism Recovery A National Leader

But multiple sectors still below pre-pandemic levels.

After 4 Years, 180 Appointees by Gov. Evers Haven’t Been Confirmed

Republican Senate leaves them in limbo. 'Tell me what I need to do,' Ever says.

Make Every Day a Snow Day with Travel Wisconsin’s Snow Report

With snow building in the broader Milwaukee area, interactive report keeps outdoor enthusiasts informed on trail, hill conditions

Gov. Evers, Tourism Announce Wisconsin’s $8.7 Billion Outdoor Recreation Industry Sees Record Year

Data show Wisconsin's outdoor recreation industry grew 14.1 percent in 2021

Gov. Evers Celebrates Highest Monthly Growth in Tourism Since 2019

Wisconsin tourism spending grew 5.9 percent in September compared to same month in 2019, outpacing neighboring Midwest states

VISIT Milwaukee Has New Plan To Drive Tourism

Strategy includes Milwaukee-focused TV show, traveling visitor center and more.

Gov. Evers, Evers Administration Cabinet Take ‘Cabinet on the Road’ to Western Wisconsin

Gov. Tony Evers, together with members of his cabinet, hosted ‘Cabinet on the Road’ events in Osseo, Altoona, Menomonie, and Eau Claire.

Gov. Evers Announces Wisconsin Outpaces National Average for Travel Spending 24 Months in a Row

Gov. Evers Awards $15 Million in Grants to Local Tourism Organizations

Gov. Evers, Tourism Announce Wisconsin Monthly Tourism Spending Tops Record-Setting Year for First Time Since 2019

Wisconsin is first state in competitor-set to exceed pre-pandemic monthly tourist spending

Gov. Evers Joins DATCP and Tourism to Kick-Off Agricultural Tourism Week in Wisconsin

Gov. Evers Appoints Anne Sayers as Secretary-designee of the Wisconsin Department of Tourism

Evers Gives $10 Million More In Tourism Grants

A total of $150 million has now been granted for tourism from ARPA funds.

Gov. Evers Announces $10 Million to Support Wisconsin’s Tourism Industry through Local Tourism Investment Projects

Gov. Evers Announces More Than $140 Million for Wisconsin’s Tourism and Entertainment Industries

State Tourism Business Down 30% in 2020

Due to pandemic. Officials hopeful about rebound in spending in 2021.

State Tourism Secretary Leaves, Joins Local Foundation

Milwaukeean Sara Meaney joins the Dohmen Company Foundation.

Gov. Evers Announces Tourism Secretary-designee Meaney Leaving Administration

State Needs to Restrict Billboards

They degrade Wisconsin scenery and are unnecessary in digital world.

Budget Reaction: Stewardship Program Frozen; More Politics Added to the DNR

Conservationists ask legislature to Improve governor’s budget.

Governor Walker’s Decision to Sue the EPA-Politically Driven, Bad for Wisconsin

Governor Walker announced in last night’s State of the State address that he will ask Attorney General Brad Schimel to sue the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) over proposed standards limiting carbon pollution from existing power plants.

Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters Announces Endorsements

Slate highlights problem solvers.

Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters Calls on DNR Secretary Stepp to Reject Smart Sand Green Tier Application

Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters is calling on Secretary Cathy Stepp to reject the application for Green Tier status by Smart Sand, Inc.

Conservation Voters Call on DNR to Deny Frac Sand Greenwashing

Urges DNR to Reject Smart Sand Green Tier Application

Conservation Scorecard Reveals Bipartisan Conservation Cooperation

Engaged Conservation Voters Trumping Polluters