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Workshop on public art, design and placemaking held in Osceola
The Osceola Main Street Organization hosted Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation’s (WEDC) spring Main Street Workshop on Public Art, Design, & Placemaking at the Discovery Center. The workshop is intended to help invigorate and inspire residents as the community embarks on their Downtown Streetscape Planning process.
Investors, startup leaders backing $100 million fund of funds proposal
Startup community leaders and investors alike are looking to rally support for a proposed $100 million state investment in a “fund of funds” contained in Gov. Tony Evers’ budget proposal.
First Main Street Mini-Makeover Contest winner unveils new look
The Sow’s Ear in downtown Verona unveiled their new look today following the completion of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation’s (WEDC’s) inaugural Main Street Mini-Makeover Contest.
Verona restaurant gets 24-hour makeover ahead of reopening
A Verona restaurant went through a transformation Monday, receiving a 24-hour makeover with the help of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) and consulting firm Retailworks.
Black-owned family business finds success in trucking
A family-owned trucking company that got its big break thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic is growing by focusing on creating generational wealth for Milwaukee’s Black community.
City of Manitowoc receives $98,000 state grant to support redevelopment of River Point District
The City of Manitowoc is receiving a $98,000 state grant to investigate and ensure the environmental health of a 7.7-acre site on a Manitowoc River peninsula in the city’s downtown.
La Crosse Distilling Co. looks forward to busier and safer summer
As the summer travel season begins, the Acting Secretary of Tourism Anne Sayers and Wisconsin Economic Development Corp.'s CEO and secretary Missy Hughes toured the state's hotspots including Westby Creamery and the La Crosse Distilling Co.
Applications open for Wisconsin Tomorrow Small Business Recovery Grants
Applications for up to $420 million in new Wisconsin Tomorrow Small Business Recovery Grants for small businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic will open at 8 a.m. Monday, May 24 through 4:30 p.m. Monday, June 7, Governor Tony Evers announced today.
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