State Economy
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Snow Tubing in Wisconsin: Eight Great Places to Go for Family Fun
Grab your winter gear and bring the whole family for a great Wisconsin winter adventure—snow tubing! Snow tubing has quickly become one of the fastest-growing winter activities, and an increasing number of ski resorts are making big improvements to their tubing areas.
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Wisconsin dairy industry to take big hit under Trump’s deportations
Behind the title of “America’s Dairyland” is a workforce comprised of migrant workers. Experts say without them, the dairy industry could collapse. Shortly after taking the oath of office for the second time, Donald Trump followed through on a campaign promise to crack down on undocumented immigrants already in the United States and seal the…
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Trump’s inaugural speech is at odds with the Wisconsin economy. Could he trash the ongoing recovery?
The president says he’ll bring down inflation, which is already coming down, and build manufacturing, which is already on the rise in Wisconsin. His economic promises could short-circuit job growth and raise consumer prices.
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Rural hospital CEO: ‘Women’s health has to be made a priority’
Expectant mothers are facing an OB-GYN desert in western Wisconsin, with several hospitals closing their birthing centers over the last few years. The gap in care has forced pregnant women to travel long distances for prenatal care, emergencies, and when they go into labor. One rural hospital is taking a different approach—they’re expanding.
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Here’s the $4 billion question for the 2025 Wisconsin Legislature: Is this the year (finally) of the win-win session?
Most people, no matter how much they disagree, would find a way to divide a $4 billion pot in ways to make everyone happy. Political gamesmanship has prevented bipartisan progress in the Assembly and Senate.
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Why this Wisconsin farmer says tariffs will impact you too
Wondering if Trump’s tariffs will impact your pocketbook? This Wisconsin farmer breaks down how the president-elect’s pledge to impose tariffs on imports will show up in the grocery aisle.
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Opinion: Celebrating this year’s wins and building momentum for 2025
A Better Wisconsin Together celebrates the victories of 2024—from fair maps to workers’ rights and reproductive freedom—and now they’re gearing up for 2025.
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Your Guide to Wisconsin-Made Gifts That Give Back
The average American spends $650 on gifts each year. Here are some you can feel GOOD about giving!
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3 woman-owned Wisconsin small businesses we love
Small Business Saturday isn’t the only day to consider supporting your local mom-and-pop shop! Doing so helps them and you.
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Opinion: A legislator’s view of how a national financial merger can create a new range of local investment opportunities.
The deal between Capital One and Discover includes a massive package of financial resources for small businesses, nonprofits, affordable housing, and more.
