Technology and Innovation
GO Transit Improves Bus Riding Experience for Riders with Disabilities on Global Accessibility Awareness Day
GO TRANSIT OSHKOSH – GO Transit, the public transportation service in the Greater Oshkosh area, is excited to unveil the new Quantum securement technology on its buses on Thursday, May 19 at 11 a.m. at the Oshkosh Seniors Center, located at 200 N. Campbell Rd. (map). This convenient, automatic device allows riders in wheelchairs and mobility devices to have complete independence while riding the bus.
May 19 is also Global Accessibility Awareness Day, part of why GO Transit is unveiling this technology on this day. Quantum technology is fitted onto 12 of GO Transit’s buses, providing riders with the ability to secure themselves into place in only 25 seconds with the push of a button and no assistance from the driver. This saves a significant amount of time for both the rider and the driver, allowing buses to run on schedule while limiting the need for close contact.... Promoting the Regional Brand
New ecological restoration school for adults opening at Door County nature preserve
GREEN BAY PRESS GAZETTE STURGEON BAY - A new, eight-week school at Crossroads at Big Creek will teach ecological restoration of degraded lands to a handful of adults each summer, starting in about a month.
The Land Restoration School is an initiative of Crossroads, a 200-acre nature preserve in Sturgeon Bay that "offers education, conducts research and provides outdoor experiences to inspire environmental stewardship in learners of all ages," according to its website...
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Greater Green Bay Habitat for Humanity's Women Build empowers volunteers
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GREEN BAY -- The spotlight was put on female volunteers Monday. It was the start of the Women Build for Habitat for Humanity's Greater Green Bay chapter.
Women are helping build a home for a single mother in the 1400 block of Elm Street. Learn how you can participate..
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Manitowoc to mark Hmong American Day May 14. Here's how you can participate
MANITOWOC HERALD TIMES REPORTER
There will be a Hmong American Day celebration at Manitowoc Public Library from 10 a.m. to noon May 14. The event will include speakers and performers dedicated to celebrating local Hmong history and culture.
The library is also hosting a Hmong exhibit, “A Hmongment in History,” on display during regular library hours through June 4...Read More 4>
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Faith Technologies Incorporated receives platinum certification by Mental Health America
WIS BUSINESS MENASHA – Faith Technologies Incorporated (FTI), a national leader in engineering, construction, manufacturing and clean energy, has been awarded the 2022 Platinum Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health by Mental Health America (MHA). The Bell Seal is a first-of-its-kind workplace mental health certification that recognizes employers who strive to create mentally healthy workplaces for their employees. Founded in 1909, MHA is the nation’s leading community-based nonprofit dedicated to addressing the overall mental health of all. MHA has spent decades researching mental health in the workplace, and in 2019, it introduced the Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health to recognize companies and organizations that understand the value of addressing mental health at work and implement policies and practices that support employee well-being.... Read More 5> Special Events
Green Lake's Thrasher Opera House announces 2022 summer/fall season
WLUK GREEN LAKE -- The Thrasher Opera House has released its summer/fall schedule. Tickets for all shows go on sale at noon Wednesday. More information is available on the opera house's website or by calling 1-920-294-4274... |
