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WEDC Secretary Hughes tours Imaginarium
WEDC awarded the city of Wausau a $250,000 Community Development Investment (CDI) grant to transform part of what was the Wausau Center Mall into the Children’s Imaginarium, a STEM-focused children’s museum.
WEDC awards nearly $1 million to entrepreneurship groups
Twelve organizations working to support entrepreneurs have been awarded nearly $1 million in the latest rounds of Entrepreneurship Partner Grants from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC).
WEDC to support broadband testing in rural Wisconsin
$81,000 in a Capacity Building Grant from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) to collect and analyze data on broadband in all 72 of Wisconsin’s counties.
Historic train depot becomes community gathering spot
After years of planning and restoration work, Brookfield’s historic 1860s train depot reopened to the public in a new location and featuring a new coffeehouse café, Coffeeville.
City of Hillsboro receives a $250,000 state grant to support construction of a community wellness center
The project is not only aimed at improving community health but also contributing to the economic development of downtown Hillsboro. The expansion increases the center’s capabilities, and adds a 24-hour gym, massage therapy services, and chiropractic services to the community.
Flooring equipment manufacturer relocating to Walworth County
Powernail Company, a manufacturer of pneumatic nailers and flooring cleats used to install hardwood floors, will move its headquarters and production operations from Lake Zurich, Illinois to Genoa City.
Town of Cable receives $150,000 state grant to support community restoration project
The grant will support the asbestos removal and demolition of a former Cable School District building helping transform the long-neglected site into a community hub.
Apply now for 2023 MARKETPLACE Governor’s Awards
The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) is seeking nominations for the 2023 MARKETPLACE Governor’s Awards, which will be recognized in-person Dec. 6-7 at the Wisconsin Center in Milwaukee. The awards honor outstanding Wisconsin businesses owned by minorities, women and service-disabled veterans.
Beaver Dam art studio unveils new look with WEDC
Art on the Town is one of three Main Street Makeover winners BEAVER DAM, WI. JUNE 5, 2023 – Art on the Town in downtown Beaver Dam unveiled their new [...]
Thiensville awarded $250,000 state grant to rebuild restaurant
The matching grants are awarded based on the ability of applicants to demonstrate the economic impact of the proposed project, including public and private partnership development, financial need, and use of sustainable downtown development practices.
Testimony of Errin Welty Senior Downtown Development Director, Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Assembly Committee on Rural Development
Errin Welty, Senior Downtown Development Director, talks about WEDC’s downtown development programs and their role in rural economic development.
Rideshare program off to speedy start
The program is funded by a Workforce Innovation Grant of up to $3.2 million administered by WEDC and the Department of Workforce Development (DWD).
