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High levels of interest seen for WEDC grant program
A little over a week into the application period for the Main Street Bounceback Grants program, regional economic development groups are seeing high levels of interest from local businesses.
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.
An $11 million upgrade to a downsized Heidel House Hotel
Two years after its closing, the Heidel House is ready to create new memories with the hope of attracting 25,000 to 35,000 guests a year.
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.
Apply now for 2021 MARKETPLACE Governor’s Awards
The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) is seeking nominations for the 2021 MARKETPLACE Governor’s Awards, which will recognize outstanding Wisconsin businesses owned by minorities, women and service-disabled veterans.
Downtown Racine has 16 vacant commercial properties; locals hope new state grant will help fill them up
For Yolanda Coleman, owner of plus-sized boutique Plush Clothing at 409 Main St. in Downtown Racine, owning a business means everything.
Grant program to help small businesses find homes in Wisconsin
Businesses and nonprofits considering moving into a vacant Wisconsin commercial space may be eligible for a $10,000 Wisconsin Tomorrow – Main Street Bounceback Grant through a newly created program.
WEDC tours unique retail businesses to announce Main Street Bounceback Grant Program
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes and staff will be traveling throughout Wisconsin visiting unique retailers and restaurants to encourage business owners to consider taking part in the new Wisconsin Tomorrow - Main Street Bounceback Grant Program.
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