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Hiring outlook in Milwaukee and Wisconsin improving, but lags behind other states, metros
The hiring outlook for metro Milwaukee improved heading into the start of 2021 with 22% of employers planning to increase their staffing, up from 16% heading into the fourth quarter, according to the latest Manpower Employment Outlook Survey.
Wisconsin prepares to receive, roll out first COVID-19 vaccine allocation
Wisconsin is expected to receive nearly 50,000 doses of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine in the coming weeks, pending its authorization by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration, which is expected as early as this week.
Southwest Airlines to furlough 27 ramp agents at Mitchell International
Southwest Airlines plans to furlough 27 ramp agents located at Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport, the airline announced in a WARN notice recently filed with the state.
WisDOT grant to support road improvements around Kroger’s $112 million project in Pleasant Prairie
A new 350,000-square-foot, $112 million Kroger fulfillment center in Pleasant Prairie is being supported with a roughly $950,000 grant from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Gov. Tony Evers announced Monday.
In new Couture agreement, Milwaukee County is forgoing right to take back property
Milwaukee County will forgo its right to reclaim the land where The Couture is being built and will defer ownership to the city of the transit center component of the project.
Port Milwaukee strikes lease agreement with Pearl Seas Cruises
The thought of vacationing by cruise ship any time soon seems far-fetched as the COVID-19 pandemic looms, but Port Milwaukee has its sights set on better days for the local cruise market.
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Winnow Fund partners with Concordia University, Wisys
The Winnow Fund partnered with both Concordia University and Wisys and has also raised an additional $2.7 million since the state-backed venture fund held its commencement close in September, fund manager Richelle Martin announced today.
Lawsuit seeks to void Franklin’s approval of new Strauss Brands facility
Strauss Brands’ plans to expand to a new facility in the city of Franklin face a new challenge after a group of homeowners and a nonprofit organization filed a lawsuit seeking to void the city’s approval of the project.
Cielo acquires California advisement and consulting firm
Brookfield-based Cielo acquired California-based advisement and consulting firm Talent Function, the company announced today.
Evers announces $45 million in restaurant relief funding, allocations for lodging and performance venues
Wisconsin restaurants and other small business affected by the COVID-19 pandemic will receive $45 million in assistance, Gov. Tony Evers announced Thursday.
