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Milwaukee County is standing at an historical crossroads that will determine its future as a vibrant major metropolitan area or a declining region void of culture and unable to attract and employ the best young talent.

Are we running out of renewable fuel? According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the answer is yes.

Menomonee Falls-based Dohmen Co. announced it has acquired three technology companies: Milwaukee-based Red Arrow Labs, Milwaukee-based Clinical Path Consulting and Raleigh, N.C.-based ChemWare.

Wisconsin-based startup accelerator Gener8tor has kicked off its Winter 2014 Program with five companies planning to advance their businesses.

Ameriprise Financial Services will host two sessions of “Building a Confident Retirement,” a seminar to explain the principles of retirement planning.

Linda Cowan has been promoted to vice president-financial advisor at RBC Wealth Management in Milwaukee.

Milwaukee investment banking firm Cleary Gull Inc. has promoted four of its employees.

Milwaukee-based Artisan Partners has garnered two nominations for Morningstar Inc.’s 2013 U.S. Fund Manager of the Year awards, which recognize the top fund managers in the industry.

The Wisconsin Safety Council and the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development are now accepting applications for the 2013 Corporate Safety Awards.
The awards, which are in their 20th year, honor Wisconsin businesses that lead the way in safety and health achievement.

Wisconsin-based startup accelerator Gener8tor has kicked off its Winter 2014 Program with five companies planning to advance their businesses.