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Rep. Robin Vos
Madison, WI – Rep. Robin Vos (R-Caledonia) released the following statement today on the passage of a substitute amendment advancing regional taxing authorities throughout the state as well as the KRM commuter rail line: Read More→
Weekend Open Thread
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Wisconsin’s Economic Recovery Will Require Patience
Posted by: | CommentsA legislative column by state Senator Mary Lazich (R-New Berlin)
Wisconsin was hurt less than other states during the recession. However, Wisconsin does not possess a magic formula to rebound quickly. Job growth is coming. Unfortunately, a return to prosperity will take a long time. Two noted experts shared their economic forecasts at a symposium presented at the state Capitol sponsored by the Wisconsin Legislative Council. Mike Knetter, the Dean of the Wisconsin School of Business at the University of Wisconsin- Madison and Rick Mattoon, Senior Economist and Economic Advisor at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago addressed the U.S. economy and its implications for Wisconsin. Read More→

Strong Libraries Build Strong Communities
Posted by: The Racine News Team | Comments Comments OffA guest editorial by State Superintendent Tony Evers
Tony Evers
Strong libraries have something of value for everyone in Wisconsin. Beyond books, newspapers and magazines, today’s libraries are a community hub for classes, training opportunities, and so much more. Read More→