SHEBOYGAN - Rockline Industries' $19.7 million expansion is expected to create 54 jobs in the next three years and could also indirectly create an additional 25 jobs in the region, according a news release Monday from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation.
In that time, Rockline will also see $380,000 in state income tax credits from the WEDC, though the exact amount depends on the number of jobs created and the amount of capital investment...
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Waupaca's Main Street reconstruction project underway
WBAY
WAUPACA -- The City of Waupaca’s main street reconstruction project has begun, clearing the way for a new and improved downtown.
“It’s about time. This project’s been planned for a very long time,” said Public Works Director Justin Berrens.
Berrens says they’re digging in on the Main Street Reconstruction project, starting by replacing water mains, sewer mains and storm sewers.
“The utilities underneath are 100 years [old], if not more. So it’s just time,” said Berrens...Read More 3>
Expansion and Business Development in the New North
State grant allows Lena restaurant to expand
WLUK
LENA -- In a time when we've seen so many businesses closing, one restaurant is doing the opposite. It's expanding, thanks to the help of a grant from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation. A bar and restaurant in Lena is looking to come out of this pandemic stronger than before.
For Carisa Dehek, owner of the Wooden Shoe in Lena, the idea of being awarded $110,000 from the state to renovate her restaurant still shocks her.
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Encourage Educational Attainment
Bellin College graduation: Students ready to enter the medical field
WBAY
FREEDOM -- Bellin College held its outdoor commencement at the Field of Scenes Drive-in in Freedom on Saturday. Students went from health care worker students, to now health care working professionals.
“I remember I job shadowed at Bellin Hospital and I met everybody that I am now working with, so it’s really cool that I’ve now become a coworker instead of just being someone that was visiting,” said Taylor Weier, Bellin College graduate.
153 students graduated from nursing undergraduate and graduate programs, radiologic sciences undergraduate program, and the diagnostic medical sonography undergraduate program...
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This small Wisconsin town raised money so all its high school seniors can get a college scholarship
WBAY
GRESHAM - Bob Klopke knew how expensive higher education could be.
He'd just sent the youngest of his three daughters off to college, and as principal of the Gresham School, he'd seen many other students do the same.
Seeing the success of Shawano's Dollars for Scholars program, which had been raising money for scholarships for high school graduates pursuing post-secondary education since 1993, he thought Gresham students, too, could benefit from a program like this...
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Research and Trends in NE Wisconsin
Study: Mercury Marine delivers $5B impact to Fond du Lac
INSIGHT PUBLICATIONS
According to a new study conducted by Envision Greater Fond du Lac, Mercury Marine has more than a $5 billion annual economic impact on the Fond du Lac community — an increase of more than $1 billion per year from five years ago.
The study shows Mercury continues to be one of the top employers in the state of Wisconsin, now employing nearly 4,000 people at its global headquarters in Fond du Lac. Mercury’s employment in April 2020 was more than double what it was during the recession of 2009 and is now close to triple that number. Additionally, Mercury has a total employment impact of more than 11,000 jobs in the Fond du Lac community, meaning that each job at Mercury Marine supports an additional two full-time positions in Fond du Lac County...
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Promoting the Regional Brand
Wisconsin Safety Council announces 10 Corporate Safety Award winners: Five from the New North region: Fincantieri Marinette Marine, Energis Holdings, Airgas, Holtger Bros., J.F. Ahern
WISCONSIN SAFETY COUNCIL
Madison – Wisconsin Safety Council – the state’s leading provider of safety training and products – recently announced the 27th annual Corporate Safety Award winners. In total, 10 companies were recognized for their exemplary safety records and commitment to creating a world-class safety culture. While safety was seemingly top of mind for the last 12 months thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, we know that safety has always been top of mind for these organizations...
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