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Former Memphis Grizzlies owner Michael Heisley is expressing interests in buying the Milwaukee Bucks from owner Herb Kohl, according to a report by ESPN.com.

The U.S. economy grew more quickly than previously stated in the third quarter due to stronger trade, faster health care spending and increased local government construction, the U.S. Commerce Department reported today.

As we approach the end of 2012, and with the holidays upon us, many Americans will be giving gifts in December by way of a check. This year is unique because the Fiscal Cliff is also upon us. Some people will be writing very large, multimillion-dollar checks to family members with the hopes of taking advantage of favorable tax conditions in advance of the Fiscal Cliff. Those taxpayers may become victims of their own generosity.

The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra announced it has reached an agreement modify and extend its current collective bargaining agreement with its musicians through the 2014-2015 season.

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Wired Wisconsin, a nonprofit coalition of businesses and organizations focused on enhancing technology throughout the state, is promoting the E-Cycle Wisconsin program this holiday season as a reminder to residents of the importance of recycling old electronics.

In its second year, Milwaukee Winter Fest will offer more than 50 rides, games and activities with an aim to draw a broader audience.

Drexel Town Square developers are negotiating with Grand Rapids, Mich.-based retailer Meijer Inc. to open a 192,000-square-foot store that would anchor Oak Creek's new downtown development, according to numerous sources.

New Berlin-based IEWC is acquiring Delco Wire and Cable of Toronto, Ontario, by way of an asset purchase agreement.

Menomonee Falls-based Magnetek Inc. today announced it expects to report a non-cash pre-tax asset impairment charge of approximately $1 million in its fourth quarter operating results.