Promoting the Regional Brand Celebrating 95 years of Delta at Green Bay Austin Straubel: The first Delta Airlines flight was Dec. 15, 1928
THE BUSINESS NEWS
GREEN BAY – Even before the Green Bay Austin Straubel International Airport (GRB) had an airport code, there was one airline that has been “friend” from the beginning – Delta.
GRB and Delta Airlines recently celebrated its 95-year partnership – a milestone that all involved described as monumental.
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Outdoor recreation helps drive Wisconsin economy: Many Northeast Wisconsin activities support other businesses, draw some to live here
THE BUSINESS NEWS
WISCONSIN – Whether it is going for a boat ride, hiking a trail, playing golf or cross-country skiing, outdoor recreation activities contribute to the region’s economy and play an integral role in attracting new residents.
According to the latest data from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis’s Outdoor Recreation Satellite Account, Wisconsin’s outdoor recreation industry contributed a record-breaking $9.8 billion to the state’s gross domestic product in 2022, an increase of 6.8% over the previous record set in 2021.
“Outdoor recreation has played a more prominent role in our economy, especially post-COVID-19 when people began looking at different activities to do outside,” Barb LaMue, the president and CEO of New North, Inc., said. “We have a broad range of recreational activities in the region, and it is being noticed in some of our talent recruitment activities.”
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Durable yet aesthetically pleasing: KI's new furniture line -- the Tributaire Collection -- set to release early next year
THE BUSINESS NEWS GREEN BAY – Innovative, adaptable, sustainable, versatile and aesthetically pleasing – that’s how Green Bay-based KI describes the most recent addition to its furniture lineup.
The Tributaire Collection, set to release in a few months, is a project KI has been working on since 2020, Melissa Jorgenson, senior product marketing manager, said.
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Fond du Lac restaurant reopens under new management: The Stretch is back in business with an updated look and menu THE BUSINESS NEWS FOND DU LAC – Travelers, truckers and Fond du Lac locals alike have often patronized a restaurant called The Stretch located at 565 North Pioneer Road, just off Interstate 41.
For most of 2023, however, visitors would have found the popular spot closed down.
That is, until new owner Shpendi Alimi reopened its doors in November...
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Appvion wins sustainable product of the year award: The Appleton-based paper manufacturer recognized for its Resiste 15% PCW
THE BUSINESS NEWS APPLETON – Appvion, a coated paper manufacturer in Appleton, continues its legacy of innovation with the creation of a recycled content direct-thermal product – that recently received statewide recognition.
The Wisconsin Sustainable Business Council named Appvion’s Résiste 15% PCW as the sustainable product of the year.
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Capital Credit Union becomes certified as employee-friendly workplace
THE BUSINESS NEWS FOX CITIES – Capital Credit Union has been certified as a Gold-Status Employee-Friendly Workplace by the Fox Cities Chamber. The certification status is determined by an organization’s ratings in four categories: paid leave and flexible work schedules, health and wellness support, financial support and perks. Gold-certified employers go above and beyond, offering benefits and policies that promote work/life integration and strive to meet the diverse needs of employees. Expansion and Business Development in the New North
Former city Pamida building becomes event and entertainment venue
DOOR COUNTY PULSE The former Pamida store along Egg Harbor Road in Sturgeon Bay has been remodeled and opened this month for use as an event and entertainment venue known as the Door County Gala on one side, and a bar and restaurant – the Door County Sandbox – on the other.
The new development is part of what co-owners Steve Estes and Scott Virlee call the Door County Boardwalk, which also includes Virlee Gunworks next door in the former Save A Buck building.
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ThedaCare and Froedtert Health Systems merge
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GREEN BAY - After months of negotiations and planning, Thedacare and Froedtert Health are officially coming together as one organization. Froedtert’s headquarters are in the Milwaukee area, while ThedaCare’s are in Neenah.
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