Survey: Local businesses optimistic

An annual survey of local businesses shows most are optimistic about the economy in the Fox Cities. The Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce unveiled its findings, during its Economic Outlook Breakfast this morning, in downtown Appleton. Larry Burkhardt is the…

posted 2013-02-06 13:03 by WHBY

Author touts 'crowdsourcing'

An expert on reaching out to customers is urging business leaders in the Fox Cities to ask them for suggestions about their products. Jeff Howe is the author of Crowdsourcing, and he was the keynote speaker at this morning's breakfast.…

posted 2013-02-06 13:02 by WHBY

Governor to boost mental health funding

Mental health programs in the state could receive a boost in funding, in the next state budget. Governor Walker announced this morning that he'll put an additional $30 million in his proposed spending plan. Walker says he wants to build…

posted 2013-02-06 13:01 by WHBY

State ranks high for election process

Wisconsin is one of the best states in the country for running efficient, and secure, elections. That's according to a study by the Pew Charitable Trusts. Jay Heck of the government watchdog group Common Cause says Wisconsin performed well, even…

posted 2013-02-06 13:00 by WHBY

Parents weigh in on Catholic school plan

About 300 parents of students in Appleton Catholic schools asked questions and raised concerns about consolidation plans last night. The St. Francis Xavier system plans to close the St. Bernadette and Catholic Central elementary schools in the fall of 2014.…

posted 2013-02-06 05:05 by WHBY

Menasha to hold forums on school vote

Menasha school district officials will host two meetings, to answer questions about a nearly $30 million referendum for upgrades at the high school. Sup. Bob Kobylski says the building is nearly 80 years old, and it needs a number of…

posted 2013-02-06 05:04 by WHBY

Fiscal bureau projects Medicaid costs

A Green Bay Democrat says the federal government's plan to give states more money, to expand Medicaid coverage, is a win-win situation. A report from the non-partisan Legislative Fiscal Bureau found that Wisconsin would save $66 million over the first…

posted 2013-02-06 05:03 by WHBY

Lawmaker backs nuclear energy bill

A lawmaker from De Pere wants to add nuclear power to the types of energy that qualify for renewable energy credits in the state. Republican Rep. Andre Jacque says nuclear power should be seen in the same light as wind,…

posted 2013-02-06 05:02 by WHBY

LGBT chamber hosts party in Appleton

A new business group that supports LGBT companies is hoping to generate interest in northeast Wisconsin. The Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce hosted a launch party last night, in Appleton. Executive director Jason Rae says chamber members can be LGBT…

posted 2013-02-06 05:01 by WHBY

2013-02-05

State has lagged in job creation for years

Figures that show the state is trailing the nation in job growth aren't anything new. That's according to a study by the Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance. President Todd Berry says the population of working-age adults is climbing at a slower rate…

posted 2013-02-05 13:05 by WHBY

Appleton police follow tracks to burglar

Appleton police say a burglar didn't do a very good job of covering his tracks, after breaking into a northside home early this morning. Sgt. Dave Lund says a homeowner in the 1600 block of N. Morrison Street woke up…

posted 2013-02-05 13:04:01 by WHBY

Rep. Bernard Schaber rides the bus

An Appleton Democrat spent part of her morning on a Valley Transit bus, to highlight "Transit Week," and talk with riders. Rep. Penny Bernard Schaber says the bus is a valuable asset for the community. Bernard Schaber is joining Republican…