Viewpoints

In recent years, regionalism has been a hot topic in the news and a trend among area businesses and local governments. From boardrooms of area businesses to County Board and Common Council meetings, our elected leaders have looked to find ways to share services and create efficiencies. However, the benefits and efficiencies of regionalization are not unique to businesses and municipalities, they can be equally as important for nonprofit and service-oriented organizations.

Milwaukee-based Professional Dimensions, a network organization serving professional women, is seeking nominations for the 2013 Sacagawea Award.

*Friday, Nov. 16, the City of Glendale and Bayshore Town Center will host and present the 7th annual tree...

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.

An online version of the new 2013 BizTimes Giving Guide is now live.

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.

IndependenceFirst has announced the creation of the IndependenceFirst Mobility Store, thanks to a merger between IndependenceFirst and the Wheelchair Recycling Program.

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.

Unity in Motion, a youth development program, and the Helen Bader Foundation recently hosted a panel discussion at the...

Should Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker create a health care insurance exchange for Wisconsin residents, as directed by the federal...