MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today congratulated the Class of 2020 on their graduation. Students and their friends, families, and supporters across Wisconsin are celebrating this important accomplishment but are unable to participate in traditional graduation ceremonies due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As folks continue to celebrate while staying safe, the governor offered his … [Read more...] about Gov. Evers Congratulates Class of 2020 Graduates
Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff for Memorial Day, Encourages Wisconsinites to Honor Memorial Day Safely
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today ordered the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff for Memorial Day and encouraged Wisconsinites to honor Memorial Day and pay tribute to our fallen heroes safely. “On behalf of the state of Wisconsin, I would like to honor the members of our nation's armed services who paid the ultimate … [Read more...] about Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff for Memorial Day, Encourages Wisconsinites to Honor Memorial Day Safely
Catholic Churches in Diocese of Madison to reopen at 25% capacity Pentecost Weekend
MADISON — The weekend of Pentecost (May 30 – 31) Catholic Churches throughout the 11-countyDiocese of Madison will resume public Masses, limited to 25% of each church’s occupancy capacity, withadequate social distancing, and numerous safeguards in place. In his communication with priests of the diocese, Bishop Donald Hying laid out his rationale for thisapproach, saying, … [Read more...] about Catholic Churches in Diocese of Madison to reopen at 25% capacity Pentecost Weekend
Blackhawk Technical College Announces Staged Reopening Plan
Blackhawk Technical College has announced a multi-stage plan to fully reopen college operations. The college closed to the public on March 18 and all instruction moved online (Stage 1). The college has a Crisis Incident Command Team and an Emergency Preparedness Committee who have managed the college’s response to the pandemic. They closely monitor recommendations by local, … [Read more...] about Blackhawk Technical College Announces Staged Reopening Plan
Gov. Evers Announces $100 Million for Long-Term Care, Home and Community Based Services, and Emergency Medical Services
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced a grant program funded by the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Totaling $100 million dollars, the funding will support providers most at-risk for financial hardship during the COVID-19 pandemic. The providers targeted for financial assistance include emergency medical … [Read more...] about Gov. Evers Announces $100 Million for Long-Term Care, Home and Community Based Services, and Emergency Medical Services