Fostering Diversity-Equity-Inclusion-Belonging
Area organization supports region's growing Latino population: The Latino Professionals Association of NEW aims to build network, success for its members
THE BUSINESS NEWS
NORTHEAST WISCONSIN – The Latino Professionals Association of Northeast Wisconsin – more commonly referred to as LPA of NEW, or simply LPA – was founded in 2021 and focuses on highlighting the growth, diversity and evolution of the Latino community in Northeast Wisconsin.
Juan Corpus, vice president of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) at New North, Inc., one of the co-founders of LPA and its current president, said the organization – now 134 members strong – represents an array of industries, creating a network of Latino professionals committed to sharing experiences, resources and connections...Read More 1> Leadership in the New North
3 finalists selected in NWTC president search
FOX 11 NEWS GREEN BAY -- The search for the next leader of Northeast Wisconsin Technical College has been narrowed to three. The finalists NWTC announced Monday are: Shah Ardalan, who is currently the president for Lone Star College-University Park in Houston
Kristen Raney, who is currently the vice chancellor for Academic Affairs at Eastern Iowa Community Colleges in Davenport, Iowa
Kathryn Rogalski, who is currently the vice president of Learning at NWTC...
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Humble beginnings to state's leading electrical supplier: 2023 marks the 75th year in business for Werner Electric Supply in Appleton
THE BUSINESS NEWS APPLETON - Werner Electric Supply, headquartered at 4800 W. Prospect Avenue in Appleton, has been providing quality electrical products and services since 1948. The company, which is celebrating its 75th year in business, got its start by Walter Werner, who opened an appliance store in downtown Neenah. Walter also ran an electrical contractor shop out of the back of the store... Promoting the Regional Brand
Decades of paving the way: Women have carved out roles in the skilled trades for generations, each making the path easier for the next
THE BUSINESS NEWS SISTER BAY -- You will see Door County Medical Center’s newest facility in action beginning on Monday in Sister Bay. March 27th marks the first-day patients will be able to take advantage of the new Sister Bay Clinic, which will open to rehabilitation clients for their afternoon appointments. A week later, all patients will be able to access the building that will offer more providers and more services for Northern Door County residents. Previously, patients would have to travel to either Fish Creek or Sturgeon Bay for their appointments in medical areas like cardiology and audiology. Door County Medical Center CEO Brian Stephens said last month that there is a lot of excitement around how much better they will be able to serve the community due to the bigger space at the Sister Bay Clinic....
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Encourage Educational Attainment
Using 'science of reading' approach to address literacy struggles: Local district, university launch initiatives to help fill gaps, tackle challenges
THE BUSINESS NEWS NORTHEAST WISCONSIN – For decades, schools across the country have faced a slew of literacy challenges – with districts adopting programs and initiatives in a continued effort to meet the needs of their respective students. One local school district is doing what it can to make strides in improving its student reading assessment scores – and is taking what it has learned along the way to the State Capitol. Economic Development Feature
Stadium district pledges over $1 million to help Green Bay host NFL Draft
FOX 11 NEWS GREEN BAY -- The stadium district board agreed to pay up to $1.2 million for the costs of hosting the NFL Draft. The Green Bay Packers are focusing on landing the three-day event in 2025 or 2027. Lambeau Field is hosting a Wisconsin-Notre Dame football game in 2026, so the team is avoiding targeting that year... Read More 6> Promoting the Regional Brand
Passenger traffic and cargo on the rise at Green Bay's airport
FOX 11 NEWS GREEN BAY-- Passenger traffic and cargo is on the rise at Green Bay airport for 2023. Austin Straubel International Airport (GRB) reports passenger traffic is up 15% and cargo nearly doubled over 2022 levels. “Air travel is definitely on the rise – pun intended - and it shows at GRB,” said airport director, Marty Piette. “Planes are nearly 90% full to all destinations which shows the airlines that our local travelers will support expanded air service.”... Read More 7>
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Kewaunee County prepares for 2023 cruise ship arrivals
DOOR COUNTY DAILY NEWS KEWAUNEE -- Kewaunee County could see an influx of thousands of visitors come by water this summer, and it wants you to be prepared when it happens. Several ships from Viking Cruises will lower their anchors near Algoma this summer, letting loose visitors to gallivant through the peninsula looking for things to see and do and with money to spend.
Algoma is listed as part of a 15-day excursion through the Great Lakes. Viking Expeditions will offer six “Great Lakes Collection” cruises that will take passengers between Duluth, Minnesota and Toronto, Ontario during the months of June, July, August, and September. Algoma marks the halfway point of the excursion with the cruise line offering side trips to check out Lambeau Field, explore Moonlight Bay by kayak, hike the Niagara Escarpment, paddle through Ellison Bay and the Mink River Estuary, and sample the area’s wine and cheese...
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Special Event
Learn what's new in farming at WPS Farm Show
FOX 11 NEWS
OSHKOSH -- Thousands of people will attend the WPS Farm Show this week. The event is happening on the EAA Grounds in Oshkosh from March 28-30.
People will have the opportunity to check out the latest in farm equipment, services, and technologies.
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