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Fresh starts fuel Wisconsin’s construction workforce
Operation Fresh Start’s Build Academy is one of 12 programs across Wisconsin that has received a Workforce Innovation Grant. The grant – up to $3.3 million for Operation Fresh Start – is aimed at collaborative programs aimed at solving regional workforce challenges. In December, Gov. Tony Evers announced about $59.5 million in the grants, with a second round of funding to be announced later this year. The grants are paid for by $100 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act funds.
City of Park Falls receives $250,000 state grant to support redevelopment of downtown property
A $250,000 state grant to help the city of Park Falls create a park and gateway to its downtown has spurred redevelopment leading to a new bank building, an expanded community clinic and new investments downtown, city leaders say.
Gov. Evers, WEDC Highlight Affordable Housing and Access to Healthcare in Southwest Wisconsin
Gov. Tony Evers today, together with Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes, visited Prairie du Chien to announce a $250,000 state grant to help transform a blighted shopping mall into a vibrant commercial development and 96 affordable, family apartments.
Exact Sciences Expands Its Commitment to Wisconsin
Exact Sciences, a leading global cancer screening and diagnostics company, is expanding its presence in Wisconsin by investing an additional $350 million in its Madison campuses -- a move that will create more than 1,300 new jobs.
Testimony of Sam Rikkers, Deputy Secretary and COO, Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation; Senate Committee on Financial Institutions and Revenue
Sam Rikkers, Deputy Secretary and COO, Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation provides testimony to the Senate Committee on Financial institutions and Revenue on two pieces of legislation intended to improve access and opportunities for Wisconsin's start-up business communities and investors.
City of Milton receives $88,800 state grant to support transformation of downtown building
A century-old historic building in downtown Milton will be brought back to life as a classic car showroom and parts dealership with the help of an $88,800 state grant from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC).
Finding resources for rural Wisconsin
Wisconsin’s rural communities and residents have access to a new and growing directory of resources and success stories offering aid and inspiration on topics ranging from affordable housing and economic development to cultural programs and environmental protection.
City of Dodgeville receives $250,000 state grant to support expansion of dental clinic
The Access Dodgeville Dental Clinic will be able to take on an additional 1,500 to 2,000 patients annually — many of them low-income individuals — in an expansion made possible through a $250,000 state grant from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC).
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