As Monroe Clinic marked one year in its new Medical Office Building on June 10, additional construction projects continue to be underway to complete the Monroe Clinic campus renovation. Beginning June 15, initial work began on the take-down of the skywalk, currently connecting the new Medical Office Building to the St. Clare Center, and will continue for the next few weeks. … [Read more...] about Monroe Clinic Construction Update
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Gov. Evers Statement on Madison Protests Last Night
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers released the following statement regarding last night’s protests in Madison: “What happened in Madison last night presented a stark contrast from the peaceful protests we have seen across our state in recent weeks, including significant damage to state property. I want to be clear: violence against any person—whether in the middle of the street in … [Read more...] about Gov. Evers Statement on Madison Protests Last Night
Wisconsin National Guard Quick to Support Local Law Enforcement in Dane County
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today authorized the Wisconsin National Guard to support local law enforcement in Dane County in response to civil unrest in Madison last night. The governor announced this morning he was prepared to activate the Wisconsin National Guard to protect state buildings and infrastructure. “The protests in Madison last night resulted in serious injury to … [Read more...] about Wisconsin National Guard Quick to Support Local Law Enforcement in Dane County
New funds available for cultural organizations struggling due to COVID-19
MADISON, WI, June 22, 2020 –Wisconsin’s humanities and cultural organizations can apply now for grants of up to $7,500 to help them cope with financial hardship caused by the coronavirus pandemic. The Wisconsin Humanities CARES Relief Grant program distributed just over $300,000 in its first round of grants earlier this month. A second grant round opened that will make … [Read more...] about New funds available for cultural organizations struggling due to COVID-19
Jacob’s SWAG Foundation, Inc. Releases Suicide Prevention “Got Your Back” App
MONROE, WISCONSIN – Jacob’s SWAG Foundation, Inc. has just released “Got Your Back”, a smartphone and tablet app to help prevent suicide and self-harm by individuals in mental or emotional crisis. The app is targeted to teens but can be used by anyone. “SWAG” stands for Support With Awareness and Giving. The group was started by Teri and Kurt Ellefson of Monroe after they … [Read more...] about Jacob’s SWAG Foundation, Inc. Releases Suicide Prevention “Got Your Back” App