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Walker outlines economic development funding priorities
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker has announced several key economic development initiatives aimed at improving the business climate and encouraging entrepreneurship and innovation.
MGIC treasurer to retire
Milwaukee-based Mortgage Guaranty Insurance Corp. (MGIC), the principal subsidiary of MGIC Investment Corp., announced that James Karpowicz, CFA, senior vice president, chief investment officer and treasurer, will retire, effective March 1.
Banks bullish about Wisconsin’s economy
A great deal of positive chatter about Wisconsin's economy in 2013 is coming out of the state's banking sector.
Regal Beloit completes acquisition
Regal Beloit Corp. announced it has completed the acquisition of the RAM motor business previously owned by Schneider Electric.
Losses continue at Anchor Bank
Anchor BanCorp Wisconsin Inc., the Madison-based parent company of Anchor Bank, announced a fiscal third quarter net loss of $15.1 million, or 71 cents per share, compared with a net loss of $15.3 million, or 72 cents per share, in the same period a year earlier.
Johnson Bank appoints Hernandez to Milwaukee post
Gus Hernandez Jr. has been appointed senior vice president and commercial banking manager for Johnson Bank's Milwaukee region.
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Menasha Packaging expands with capital investment
Menasha Packaging Company LLC's Folding Carton Group is expanding its capabilities with a $6 million capital investment that will enable it to be more flexible and responsive when supporting the brand merchandising objectives of its customers.
CNN’s alarming naiveté about the nation’s rail system
When you get annoyed with people you tell them to take a hike, or get outta town. In my case, I'd like to tell CNN to take a ride, in particular, a train ride; even more specific, a loooong train ride across America through big cities and small towns. I'd be happy to escort them.
‘We can and need to do better’
Editor’s note: Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele delivered his State-of-the-County speech in Oak Creek this morning. The following is the text of his prepared remarks.
Mellowes to turn Charter Manufacturing helm over to sons
John A. Mellowes announced he will step down from his day-to-day duties as the chairman and chief executive officer of Mequon-based Charter Manufacturing in July, when he will turn the reins of the company to his sons, John W. Mellowes and Charles A. Mellowes.