Opportunity Wisconsin targets Johnson over COVID-19 bill opposition

A new 15-second digital ad from the Dem group Opportunity Wisconsin targets Johnson for his opposition to the COVID stimulus bill. The digital buy is in addition to a $1 million TV campaign the group previously laid down targeting Johnson, R-Oshkosh. The new digital ad asks if viewers saw the news that Johnson voted against $1,400 relief check and the “support Wisconsin families need to get throug… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options. Username or E-mail Password * Remember

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DNC ad touts COVID-19 bill signing

The Democratic National Committee is running a new ad on broadcast TV in Milwaukee that features President Biden touting the COVID-19 bill he signed last week. The ad also will run on national cable, a spokeswoman said. The party also placed a billboard ad along I-94 in Milwaukee knocking U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Oshkosh, for opposing the bill. The billboard reads that “help is here” with “$1,400 … Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options.

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MON PM Update: Mass vaccination site in Milwaukee gets a federal boost

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Wisconsin is getting federal support for a mass COVID-19 vaccination site at the Wisconsin Center in Milwaukee, Gov. Tony Evers says. FEMA will coordinate staffing support to administer the COVID-19 vaccine. Wisconsin has committed to providing at least 7,000 weekly vaccine doses from the state’s allocation for the site. “We tru… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options.

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Public Service Commission of Wisconsin: Recognizes March 15-21 as fix-a-leak week

MADISON – In an effort to ensure Wisconsinites and state utility providers save water and money, the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) and the Environmental Protection Agency’s WaterSense Program are participating in “Fix-a-Leak Week,” March 15-21, 2021. As Wisconsin infrastructure ages, there will be a growing need to replace, refurbish, or repair water mains and service lines outside the house and fixtures within homes. “Leaks in distribution systems lead to higher water bills and are a waste of valuable resources. Every year I am proud the PSC participates in this awareness week that encourages our utility partners to proactively

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Sen. Felzkowski: Listening session

Madison, WI – Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) will be hosting a series of listening sessions around the district in the coming weeks to gather feedback on the proposed 2021-23 State Budget. 4 of the 12 planned listening sessions will take place this coming Friday, March 19th. The Senator, a member of the Joint Finance Committee (JFC), is eager to hear from constituents about budget provisions they support or oppose and gather feedback on what JFC should focus on as they begin working on the budget. Eagle River Eagle River VFW Post 8637 418 W Pine St., Eagle River

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Sen. Felzkowski: Listening session

Madison, WI – Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) will be hosting a series of listening sessions around the district in the coming weeks to gather feedback on the proposed 2021-23 State Budget. 4 of the 12 planned listening sessions will take place this coming Friday, March 19th. The Senator, a member of the Joint Finance Committee (JFC), is eager to hear from constituents about budget provisions they support or oppose and gather feedback on what JFC should focus on as they begin working on the budget. Hazelhurst Hazelhurst Community Center 7020 Hwy 51, Hazelhurst

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Sen. Felzkowski, Rep. Swearingen: Listening session

Madison, WI – Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) will be hosting a series of listening sessions around the district in the coming weeks to gather feedback on the proposed 2021-23 State Budget. 4 of the 12 planned listening sessions will take place this coming Friday, March 19th. The Senator, a member of the Joint Finance Committee (JFC), is eager to hear from constituents about budget provisions they support or oppose and gather feedback on what JFC should focus on as they begin working on the budget. Rhinelander Rhinelander Town Hall 135 S. Stevens St., Rhinelander

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Sen. Felzkowski, Rep. Callahan: Listening session

Madison, WI – Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) will be hosting a series of listening sessions around the district in the coming weeks to gather feedback on the proposed 2021-23 State Budget. 4 of the 12 planned listening sessions will take place this coming Friday, March 19th. The Senator, a member of the Joint Finance Committee (JFC), is eager to hear from constituents about budget provisions they support or oppose and gather feedback on what JFC should focus on as they begin working on the budget. Tomahawk Tomahawk VFW Post 2687 203 4th St., Tomahawk

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Sen. Felzkowski: Announces upcoming budget listening sessions

Madison, WI – Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) will be hosting a series of listening sessions around the district in the coming weeks to gather feedback on the proposed 2021-23 State Budget. 4 of the 12 planned listening sessions will take place this coming Friday, March 19th. The Senator, a member of the Joint Finance Committee (JFC), is eager to hear from constituents about budget provisions they support or oppose and gather feedback on what JFC should focus on as they begin working on the budget. Senator Felzkowski will be joined by Reps. Calvin Callahan (R-Tomahawk) and Rob Swearingen (R-Rhinelander) in their

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DOT: US 14 construction resumes March 22, Oregon to Madison

Construction will resume Monday (March 22) on US 14 between Oregon and Madison in Dane County. US 14 will remain open to at least one lane of traffic in each direction using crossovers. Motorists are urged to anticipate construction activities in the area and reduced speeds in the work zone. The project will replace the US 14 westbound (northbound) bridge over Byrne Road and bridge deck replacements at the McCoy Road bridges. In addition, cable guardrail will be installed along a segment of US 14 between Netherwood Road and Byrne Road. Some notable traffic impacts include: Byrne Road will be

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Dept. of Safety and Professional Services: To launch new submission portal for elevator and commercial building customers

MADISON, Wis. –  The Department of Safety and Professional Services is concluding the first phase of a multi-year, agency-wide platform conversion for customer-facing operations. This is another major milestone for the agency’s construction division, which was in the middle of the major technology infrastructure update when it also redesigned its plan review systems to improve processing times up to 70 percent. The department has been migrating customer groups to the new interface called the Electronic Safety and Licensing Application, or eSLA, since 2018. On April 12, commercial building and elevator customers will join the groups that have already transitioned to

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DNC ad touts COVID-19 bill signing

The Democratic National Committee is running a new ad on broadcast TV in Milwaukee that features President Biden touting the COVID-19 bill he signed last week. The ad also will run on national cable, a spokeswoman said. The party also placed a billboard ad along I-94 in Milwaukee knocking U.S.

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MON PM Update: Mass vaccination site in Milwaukee gets a federal boost

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Wisconsin is getting federal support for a mass COVID-19 vaccination site at the Wisconsin Center in Milwaukee, Gov. Tony Evers says. FEMA will coordinate staffing support to administer the COVID-19 vaccine. Wisconsin has committed to providing at least 7,000 weekly vaccine doses

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Sen. Felzkowski: Listening session

Madison, WI – Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) will be hosting a series of listening sessions around the district in the coming weeks to gather feedback on the proposed 2021-23 State Budget. 4 of the 12 planned listening sessions will take place this coming Friday, March 19th. The Senator, a member of

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Sen. Felzkowski: Listening session

Madison, WI – Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) will be hosting a series of listening sessions around the district in the coming weeks to gather feedback on the proposed 2021-23 State Budget. 4 of the 12 planned listening sessions will take place this coming Friday, March 19th. The Senator, a member of

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Sen. Felzkowski, Rep. Swearingen: Listening session

Madison, WI – Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) will be hosting a series of listening sessions around the district in the coming weeks to gather feedback on the proposed 2021-23 State Budget. 4 of the 12 planned listening sessions will take place this coming Friday, March 19th. The Senator, a member of

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Sen. Felzkowski, Rep. Callahan: Listening session

Madison, WI – Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) will be hosting a series of listening sessions around the district in the coming weeks to gather feedback on the proposed 2021-23 State Budget. 4 of the 12 planned listening sessions will take place this coming Friday, March 19th. The Senator, a member of

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Sen. Felzkowski: Announces upcoming budget listening sessions

Madison, WI – Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) will be hosting a series of listening sessions around the district in the coming weeks to gather feedback on the proposed 2021-23 State Budget. 4 of the 12 planned listening sessions will take place this coming Friday, March 19th. The Senator, a member of

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DOT: US 14 construction resumes March 22, Oregon to Madison

Construction will resume Monday (March 22) on US 14 between Oregon and Madison in Dane County. US 14 will remain open to at least one lane of traffic in each direction using crossovers. Motorists are urged to anticipate construction activities in the area and reduced speeds in the work zone.

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Dept. of Safety and Professional Services: To launch new submission portal for elevator and commercial building customers

MADISON, Wis. –  The Department of Safety and Professional Services is concluding the first phase of a multi-year, agency-wide platform conversion for customer-facing operations. This is another major milestone for the agency’s construction division, which was in the middle of the major technology infrastructure update when it also redesigned its

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