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State should not lift Milwaukee’s residency requirement
It was refreshing to hear, in his budget proposal to the state legislature last night, that Gov. Scott Walker does not plan additional cuts to shared revenue, transportation aids or municipal services, which are the largest, most crucial state aids the City of Milwaukee receives.
Habitat for Humanity tops Harley’s donations
The Harley-Davidson Foundation’s charitable giving topped $4.5 million in 2012, highlighted by a $200,000 grant to Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity for its Neighborhood Revitalization Initiative focused on the Washington Park neighborhood.
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*Now through Thursday, Feb. 28, Stan’s Fit For Your Feet is hosting its seventh annual “Share-A-Pair” shoe drive. Interested...
UW-Madison names chancellor finalists
University of Wisconsin System President Kevin Reilly announced four finalists for the position of chancellor at the UW-Madison.
Vote for Milwaukee in Bloomberg Mayors Challenge
You know I'm always looking for innovative ways to create jobs, which is why I'm very excited for this opportunity today.
‘More Prosperity, Better Performance and True Independence’
Editor's note: Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker delivered his 2013 Budget Address titled, “More Prosperity, Better Performance, and True Independence,” Wednesday night. The following is the transcript of his prepared remarks.
Art Museum to unveil ‘Color Rush’ exhibit Friday
Spanning American works from 1907 through 1981, the Milwaukee Art Museum’s (MAM’s) newest exhibit traces the evolution of color photography as it gained momentum among media outlets, amateur photographers and artists at once.
Marquette appoints Holz dean of College of Arts and Sciences
Marquette University has named Dr. Richard Holz dean of the Helen Way Klingler College of Arts and Sciences, President Scott R. Pilarz, S.J. announced Tuesday.
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Hackathon to award cash prizes and internships to college students
Experis, a Milwaukee-based staffing and recruiting company within the ManpowerGroup family of companies, will hold a hackathon event titled “Experis Mission Mashup” Saturday to challenge area college students to find solutions to real-world company missions.
Next Newsmaker Luncheon to feature Vos
Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) will be the featured guest of the Milwaukee Press Club’s Newsmaker Luncheon, which will take place Monday, March 4, from 11:45 to 1:30 p.m. at the Newsroom Pub in downtown Milwaukee at 137 E. Wells St.
Walker proposes significant education reforms
Education reforms to be included in Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker’s state budget are significant steps forward in terms of educational access, accountability and equity, according to said Tim Sheehy, president of the Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce (MMAC).
Packers increase ticket prices
The Green Bay Packers announced plans Tuesday to increase their ticket prices for next season.
