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MilliporeSigma unveils $65M expanded Verona space to meet need for alternative cancer therapies
A company that makes ingredients used in various pharmaceutical drugs unveiled Wednesday its expanded Verona space, which will help meet rising demand for a compound used in cancer treatments that can serve as an alternative to chemotherapy.
WEDC grant will create community for veterans
Edgerton’s oldest building will be restored and turned into six transitional apartments geared toward veterans – particularly women veterans and those with children.
State grant helps UWSP, partners meet forestry workforce needs
This Workforce Innovation Grant will support education and create a pipeline to forestry careers for the next generation.
WEDC celebrates grand opening of MilliporeSigma Verona expansion
The company’s expansion included a 70,000 square-foot highly potent active pharmaceutical ingredient (HPAPI) manufacturing facility and will increase the company’s antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) manufacturing capacity. The products produced in this facility address demand for critical cancer therapies.
Gov. Evers Announces $19.5 Million to Support Long-Term Solutions to State’s Workforce Challenges in 22 Counties through Workforce Innovation Grant Program
Grants through the Workforce Innovation Grant Program will be awarded to support long-term solutions to Wisconsin’s workforce challenges and promote workforce development across 22 counties in Wisconsin’s Northwestern, Northern, Northeastern, and Eastern regions.
Gov. Evers Announces $19.5 Million to Support Long-Term Solutions to State’s Workforce Challenges in 22 Counties through Workforce Innovation Grant Program
Announcement builds on governor’s initial nearly $60 million Workforce Innovation Grant investment, projects announced prioritize forestry, manufacturing workforce development, and workforce housing.
City of Hartford receives $159,000 state grant to support redevelopment of historic riverfront building
The Community Development Investment Grant will help open the Brewed Omen taphouse in the lower level of the historic Millstream Building, continuing the trend of redevelopment in downtown Hartford.
Wisconsin startup boost amid pandemic
The head of Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) says the state’s “entrepreneurial spirit” is reflected in the 42 percent boost in new businesses formed during the pandemic.
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