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Register now for the 40th MARKETPLACE conference
The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) is hosting the 40th annual MARKETPLACE – Governor’s Conference on Diverse Business Development for minority-, woman-, veteran- and LGBTQ-owned businesses Dec. 7 virtually and in person Dec. 8 and 9 at the Wisconsin Center, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee.
City of Eau Claire receives $250,000 state grant to support redevelopment of downtown property
The City of Eau Claire is receiving a $250,000 state grant to help redevelop a city lot into a mixed-use building in downtown Eau Claire.
City of Racine receives $250,000 state grant to support redevelopment of historic facility
The City of Racine is receiving a $250,000 state grant to help fund the redevelopment of the headquarters building within the Horlick Malted Milk Co. complex.
Now available: Episode 5 of the Wisconsin Employer Vaccine Forum
The discussion addresses how the pandemic landscape has changed with the Delta variant and how vaccination rates can impact the economy.
Co-op takes CSA model to next level with WEDC help
A group of Southern Wisconsin farmers and food producers are opening the Community Kitchen Co-op, which will use a community supported agriculture (CSA) model to provide fully prepared locally sourced meals, bakery, dairy, eggs and more to subscribers.
Village of Orfordville receives $250,000 state grant to support redevelopment of vacant downtown site
The Village of Orfordville is receiving a $250,000 state grant to help redevelop a vacant lot located downtown.
Village of Arena receives $250,000 state grant to support redevelopment of elementary school
The Village of Arena is receiving a $250,000 state grant to help redevelop the former Arena Community Elementary School.
Fun, food and financial benefits ease workforce challenges
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes visited Acuity Insurance’s Sheboygan headquarters today to highlight the company’s innovative investments in their employees and unique workplace culture.
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