Industries

The Milwaukee-area manufacturing sector’s growth slowed in January, according to the latest report by the Institute for Supply Management-Milwaukee.

For many fans of the Madison music scene and downtown nightlife, 2013 got off to a very good start.

Harley-Davidson Inc. announced that musician Kid Rock will be a headlining performer for its 110th anniversary celebration this year.

Schlitz Park has announced a partnership with Salus Corporate Wellness in hosting the third annual Corporate Challenge, a corporate run/walk event on Sept. 19 that advocates employee health and wellness.

Wisconsin State Fair executives have announced a partnership with Bank Mutual Corporation for the 2013 fair. Bank Mutual will serve as the title sponsor of the Bank Mutual Amphitheater, which is the biggest free entertainment spot on fair grounds.

The Milwaukee Ballet will host its fifth international choreographic competition this February when three choreographers challenge each other for a chance to win $3,000 and the opportunity to design a dance for the Milwaukee Ballet’s 2013-14 season.

Milwaukee-based Koss Corp. reported second quarter net income of $338,688, or 5 cents per share, down from $831,212, or 11 cents per share, in the same period a year ago.

Milwaukee-based Rockwell Automation Inc. today reported fiscal first quarter net income of $161.4 million, or $1.14 per share, down from $183.3 million, or $1.27 per share.

Wisconsin Energy Corp. today reported fourth quarter net income of $98.8 million, or 43 cents per share, down from $116.0 million, or 50 cents per share, in the same period a year ago.

David Kane has been named the new president of Milwaukee-based Badger Mutual Insurance Company.