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MATC to expand welding facilities
Milwaukee Area Technical College plans to expand the welding facilities at three of its locations in the next three years to extend its training capacity.
Professional Dimensions seeking nominations for Sacagawea Award
Milwaukee-based Professional Dimensions, a network organization serving professional women, is seeking nominations for the 2013 Sacagawea Award.
Nonprofit Calendar
*Friday, Nov. 16, the City of Glendale and Bayshore Town Center will host and present the 7th annual tree...
Brewers Community Foundation donated $3.5 million during season
The Brewers Community Foundation (BCF) and the Milwaukee Brewers Baseball Club raised more than $3.5 million during the 2012 season, with support coming from Brewers ownership, fans, players and other sponsors.
2013 BizTimes Giving Guide is online
An online version of the new 2013 BizTimes Giving Guide is now live.
BMO Harris Bank establishes $600,000 partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs and Marquette University
BMO Harris Bank will offer underprivileged students greater access to educational programming, mentoring opportunities and leadership skills training through a five-year, $600,000 working relationship with Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee and Marquette University, according to an announcement Tuesday.
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IndependenceFirst announces merger with Wheelchair Recycling Program
IndependenceFirst has announced the creation of the IndependenceFirst Mobility Store, thanks to a merger between IndependenceFirst and the Wheelchair Recycling Program.
Tapping Wisconsin’s entrepreneurial spirit
In September at the National Governors Association meeting, a 12-point action plan was launched to focus on growing state economies. Eight of the 12 action steps related to building and expanding an entrepreneurial culture. Why? Because startup firms that develop organically have a major, long-term impact on strengthening the overall state economy, specifically in creating new jobs.
Brother Bob Smith announces resignation from Messmer Catholic Schools
Bother Bob Smith announced his resignation from his position as president and chief executive officer of Messmer Catholic Schools Friday morning.
High-speed rail goes forward – around Wisconsin
America's high-speed rail program is experiencing the best of times. Congress has appropriated more than $10 billion for the effort in the past three years. Thirty-two states and the District of Columbia are advancing numerous projects. And about 62 percent of Americans say they would use high-speed rail service between U.S. metro areas, according to the American Public Transportation Association.