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Challenges to federal broadband map due Jan. 13
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NORTHEAST WISCONSIN -- The Governor’s Task Force on Broadband Access identified that the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) unveiled the “pre-production draft” of the new national broadband map. This new map is the current federal map that identifies where broadband is in place and what internet service providers cover those locations.
The new map is the most granular and up-to-date federal map of where broadband is, and is not, available across the country. The FCC’s new broadband maps will be used to determine the allocation of Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) funds that Wisconsin will receive to build broadband infrastructure...
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National Railroad Museum submits plans for $15 million expansion
WLUK ASHWAUBENON -- The National Railroad Museum has submitted plans for a $15 million expansion project, including a new display building and a plaza along the Fox River. The 32,040-square-foot addition would be an expansion of the Lenfesty Center. The project also includes a new 36-stall parking lot, and other access improvements. Sketches submitted to the village show what appears to be four rows of tracks inside, with the building including outdoor patio space facing the river.... Read More 2> Expansion and Business Development in the New North
Spec development -- build it and they will come: An increased demand for space is driving spec warehouse development growth in the area
THE BUSINESS NEWS SHEBOYGAN – A recent groundbreaking in the SouthPointe Enterprise Campus in the City of Sheboygan, officially kicked off the construction of an industrial speculative building – a light- and heavy-industrial use facility – aimed at fulfilling a growing demand. Mark Schwei, executive vice president of Consolidated Construction, said the project, which is being built strategically located on Horizon Drive, is the result of an ongoing need for available industrial buildings to meet the area’s growth in manufacturing, transportation and logistics and other industries as identified by the New North regional marketing and economic development corporation. ...Economic Development Feature
Oconto County gets boost in its connectivity options: Continued push to connect rural Wisconsin to high-speed internet makes topo in areas of the rural county
THE BUSINESS NEWS OCONTO COUNTY – Stories of high-speed internet coming to rural areas of Wisconsin have graced headlines many times over the last few years as companies invest in rural broadband expansion projects aimed at filling in coverage gaps in unserved and underserved communities. .. Attract, Develop and Retain Diverse Talent
Wisconsin sees record employment in 2022 despite widespread staffing shortages
WLUK NORTHEAST WISCONSIN -- As 2022 comes to a close, the state is looking back on a record year for total number of people employed, just as employers in Northeast Wisconsin are hoping to keep that talent. Wisconsin’s labor force participation rate dropped in November, but it was still 2.8 percentage points higher than the national rate of 62.1%. Although, staffing challenges continue to impact area businesses and companies.. .
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A breakthrough for Great Lakes shipping, Congress authorizes a new heavy icebreaker
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Congressional lawmakers have authorized another heavy icebreaker on the Great Lakes as part of the $858 billion defense bill that’s headed for President Joe Biden’s desk. Wisconsin lawmakers, including Democratic U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin and Republican U.S. Rep. Mike Gallagher, said the authorization of a $350 million heavy icebreaker is vital after thick ice cover in the last decade has cost billions of dollars in shipping delays. They say authorization is a key step toward securing money for a new U.S. Coast Guard cutter to keep commerce moving.…
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Northeast Wisconsin low-income housing, shelters to receive over $350,000
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NORTHEAST WISCONSIN -- Over $350,000 will be coming to Northeast Wisconsin to support multiple shelters in the area, after Gov. Tony Evers announced $2 million in grants across the state Tuesday.
Evers, along with the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority, announced that 54 organizations across the state would receive grant money from the WHEDA Foundation to support emergency shelters, transitional residences and extremely low-income house. Of the organizations across the state, eight of those are in Northeast Wisconsin...
Expansion and Business Development in the New NorthDoor County Granary to receive $3.3 million in federal budget billWLUKSTURGEON BAY -- Included in the federal spending bill the Senate passed on Thursday is funding for a Sturgeon Bay project that FOX 11 has been following for several years. Sen. Tammy Baldwin’s office pushed for $3.3 million to help make the Door County Granary a reality. As snow falls on the former Tewles and Brandeis Grain Elevator, built in 1901, so does federal funding, bringing a most welcome Christmas gift to those working to bring new life to the historic building.... Read More 8>
Expansion and Business Development in the New North2022 WHEDA Foundation housing grant program winners include Sheboygan agenciesWHBLSHEBOYGAN -- 54 organizations will share $2 million in Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) grant funds announced on Tuesday. Overall, the awards will support more than 1,700 beds and housing units in 43 Wisconsin communities, with $135,000 coming to three Sheboygan agencies. Elevate of Sheboygan received $50,000 to renovate its recently-acquired building. The money will cover HVAC installation and a sprinkler system, a kitchen remodel, bathroom addition, and living room and bedroom remodels.... Read More 9>
Expansion and Business Development in the New NorthCollege of Menominee Nation signs another articulation agreement with Northeast Wisconsin Technical CollegeCOLLEGE OF MENOMINEE NATIONThe College of Menominee Nation (CMN) and Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (NWTC) signed another articulation agreement on Friday, December 16, 2022. The purpose of this agreement is to prepare students to enter baccalaureate programs with a junior status at the CMN after receiving the Associate of Arts/Associate of Science degree from NWTC. NWTC students will be guaranteed admission to CMN as a transfer student with junior status, having all their general education requirements met, if they have fulfilled the following requirements: completed the Declaration of Intent prior to completing 30 credits through NWTC’s Liberal Arts Transfer AA or AS program, completed the credits needed for junior standing and completed the Liberal Arts Transfer AA or AS degree, met with an assigned academic advisor at least once per semester while enrolled, and earned a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA and a minimum 2.0 GPA in the term prior to transferring to the Liberal Arts Transfer AA or AS program.... Read More 10>
Promoting the Regional BrandPyrotechnics Guild International brings 2023 convention to OshkoshWHBY OSHKOSH — The Pyrotechnics Guild International says it’s all in on holding the 2023 convention at Sunnyview Expo Center. On its Facebook page, P-G-I announces this afternoon the convention will be held August 12 through August 18. The Winnebago County Board of Supervisors approved a resolution amending the county general code. The amendment will allow fireworks on county property with the proper permits from local municipalities, sufficient insurance coverage and county executive approval. County Executive Jon Doemel is expected to sign the agreement with P-G-I next week. Pyrotechnic International has also been considering hosting the convention at Wisconsin International Raceway in the Town of Harrison. The racetrack was the site of P-G-I’s conventions in 2001 and 2010... Read More 11>
Promoting the Regional BrandSurfing in Sheboygan: Locals, visitors ride Wisconsin waves even in winter monthsWISCONSIN PUBLIC RADIOSHEBOYGAN -- When the winter waves of Lake Michigan are crashing onto Sheboygan’s beaches in 30- and 40-degree weather, the surfers will still be there. While the so-called "Malibu of the Midwest" is less popular than famed surfing spots in California and Hawaii, the owner of a Sheboygan surf shop says his city — and plenty of others on the Great Lakes — offers a lot to the surfing community. "On a big day, you can open up the windows, (and) you can hear the waves roaring," said Mike Miller, who runs EOS Surf Shop and lives a few blocks from the lake. "It doesn’t have to be a tropical setting to go out and surf. It’s right in our backyard."... Read More 12>
Elevate Sustainability as an Economic DriverEmbracing company-wide sustainability practices: Mercury Marine's president, sustainability manager recognized with WSBC awardsTHE BUSINESS NEWSFOND DU LAC – As one of Northeast Wisconsin’s top employers, Mercury Marine – a marine engine division of Brunswick Corporation – has long been known as a top manufacturer of outboard marine propulsion products. As of late, the Fond du Lac-headquartered company is putting itself on the map for something President Chris Drees said the company takes very seriously – sustainability. “We are in a unique position to drive more sustainable processes, minimize our environmental impact and positively affect the communities in which we live and work,” Drees said.... Read More 13>
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| | The U.S. Coast Guard cutter Spar moors in its new home port of Duluth-Superior on Wednesday, March 30, 2022. The vessel will break up ice for vessels transiting Lake Superior and northern Lake Michigan. Congressional lawmakers have secured authorization for funding additional icebreakers on the Great Lakes. Danielle Kaeding/WPR - Wisconsin Public Radio story above.
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