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Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Press Releases

1,538 Press Releases
  • Published on May 8, 2025 - 20:15 GMT

    Making a lasting impression in Viroqua

    WEDC Secretary visits planned Vibrant Spaces site, other downtown projects VIROQUA, WI. MAY 8, 2025 – To stand out from other communities, Viroqua leaders knew they needed to focus their efforts on downtown to create a place that would stay with people …

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  • Published on May 8, 2025 - 20:15 GMT

    Creating ‘a ripple effect’ in Mauston

    WEDC Secretary’s visit focuses on multiple community projects in western Wisconsin MAUSTON, WI. May 8, 2025 – Creating ‘a ripple effect’ in Mauston While the popular saying is, “If you build it, they will come,” in Mauston it’s more like, “If you renovate …

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  • Published on May 1, 2025 - 21:06 GMT

    Gov. Evers Announces 20 Wisconsin School Districts to be Awarded Fab Lab Grants in Celebration of “Fab Lab Day”

    Funding to provide students with hands-on STEAM learning opportunities to prepare for careers in advanced technologies  MADISON, WI. May 1, 2025 – Gov. Tony Evers today, in celebration of “Fab Lab Day”, together with the Wisconsin Economic Development …

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  • Published on May 1, 2025 - 19:57 GMT

    Approaching learning in Monroe in a new way

    Fab Lab and Small Business Development Grants will help prepare tomorrow’s workforce MONROE, WI. MAY 1, 2025 – Students in Monroe will learn to use state-of-the-art technology while also testing their entrepreneurial skills with the help of two grants from …

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  • Published on April 30, 2025 - 17:07 GMT

    New round of WEDC Vibrant Spaces Grants will brighten 27 communities

    Projects include new downtown plazas, bandshells, and trailheads MADISON, WI. APRIL 30, 2025 – Twenty-seven Wisconsin communities will share in more than $1.1 million to help create attractive new public spaces — ranging from bandshells for outdoor …

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  • Published on April 23, 2025 - 20:27 GMT

    Pamela Boivin unanimously elected chair of WEDC Board of Directors

    Boivin succeeds Hank Newell MADISON. APRIL 23, 2025 – The Board of Directors of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation has unanimously elected Pamela Boivin as its new chair. Boivin was appointed by Governor Tony Evers to the WEDC Board last year …

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  • Published on April 23, 2025 - 17:41 GMT

    Revitalization efforts help drive Ripon forward

    WEDC leaders visit central Wisconsin city to see impact of multiple community projects RIPON, WI. APRIL 23, 2025 – Over the past decade, Ripon’s 7,800 residents have seen buildings transformed for new uses, businesses expanded to accommodate growth, and …

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  • Published on April 22, 2025 - 21:35 GMT

    All eyes on Wisconsin this week

    NFL Draft brings national spotlight to the Badger State GREEN BAY, WI. APRIL 22, 2025 – When the 2025 NFL Draft kicks off this week at the historic Lambeau Field, the whole nation will be watching as Wisconsin steps into the spotlight as a top destination …

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  • Published on April 14, 2025 - 19:12 GMT

    Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce $3.2 Million in Grants to Support Small Businesses Statewide

    Funding will bolster local efforts to support small businesses, entrepreneurship, and economic development on Main Streets across Wisconsin MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), today announced that …

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  • Published on April 14, 2025 - 15:34 GMT

    Conference offers education, networking for small businesses

    Register for the free Small Business Academy dedicated to helping local businesses thrive MADISON, WI. APRIL 14, 2025 – Wisconsin business owners and entrepreneurs will have the chance to learn and network for free during the 12th annual Lieutenant …

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  • Published on April 9, 2025 - 19:58 GMT

    Memorandum of Understanding Between Wisconsin and Hessen

    Gov. Evers, WEDC Announce Memorandum of Understanding Between Wisconsin and Hessen to Promote Increased Collaboration on Trade, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation MADISON — On the eve of the 50th anniversary of the Wisconsin-Hessen sister-state partnership, …

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  • Published on April 1, 2025 - 14:44 GMT

    Gov. Evers, WEDC to Lead Trade Mission in Europe

    Gov. Tony Evers and Sec. Missy Hughes attending Hannover Messe. Trade mission to Germany and France to encourage global investment in Wisconsin, promote state exports, and kick off 50-year celebration of Wisconsin’s sister-state relationship with Hessen, …

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  • Published on March 31, 2025 - 16:03 GMT

    Certified in Wisconsin Program now open for new applications

    Program identifies shovel-ready sites for developers throughout state MADISON, WI. MARCH 31, 2025 – Applications are now being accepted for the Certified In Wisconsin Program—which designates industrial development sites as being shovel-ready, making them …

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  • Published on March 25, 2025 - 22:36 GMT

    Mineral Point grocery store serves community needs, supports historic downtown

    Photo credit: Staple & Fancy Facebook page Mineral Point couple returns home to open community-focused grocery market and six additional housing units in the heart of downtown MADISON, WI. MARCH 25, 2025 – For years, Mineral Point’s historic downtown …

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  • Published on March 21, 2025 - 19:43 GMT

    WEDC provides $1.3 million to eight Wisconsin organizations assisting entrepreneurs

    Latest round of Entrepreneurship Partner Grants support startups across the state MADISON, WI. MARCH 21, 2025 – Eight organizations supporting Wisconsin entrepreneurs with technical and financial assistance have received nearly $1.3 million in the latest …

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  • Published on March 18, 2025 - 15:09 GMT

    Innovating Zero-Carbon Fusion Energy for all of Humankind

    Column by Dominick Bindl – VP of Technical Development at Realta Fusion About Realta Fusion Realta Fusion is a cutting-edge fusion energy company revolutionizing the way we decarbonize industrial process heat and electricity. About Dominick Bindl A …

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  • Published on March 14, 2025 - 22:53 GMT

    Award-winning Eagle River shows how high Wisconsin’s communities can soar

    Local leaders welcome Secretary Missy Hughes, highlighting downtown, entrepreneurs, and National Historic Registry designation EAGLE RIVER, WI. MARCH 14, 2025 – When it comes to creating a dynamic downtown, communities may want to seek out advice from …

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  • Published on March 14, 2025 - 19:20 GMT

    Downtown transformation, housing drive Ladysmith’s growth

    Local leaders welcome Secretary Missy Hughes, highlighting strength of community partnerships LADYSMITH, WI. MARCH 13, 2025 – Renovating a historic building. Creating a downtown gateway. Replacing underground utilities. Separately, all three projects would …

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  • Published on March 14, 2025 - 17:12 GMT

    WEDC celebrates Wisconsin Main Street success stories

    Communities’ achievements honored at 34th annual Main Street Awards ceremony in downtown Menomonie MADISON, WI. March 13, 2025 – A downtown that preserves its historic character, serves as a central place for residents to gather and engage, and provides …

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  • Published on March 13, 2025 - 20:24 GMT

    Radically Faster, Radically Cleaner: The Future of Wastewater Treatment Starts in Wisconsin

    Paige Peters, founder of Rapid Radicals Column by Paige Peters, Founder and Chief Technology Officer, Rapid Radicals At Rapid Radicals , we’re on a mission to revolutionize wastewater treatment and create cleaner, healthier waterways for communities …

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