Jobs
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Plastic injection molding plant in Menasha to close later this year, 109 people to lose jobs
ORBIS Corp., a subsidiary of Menasha Corp., plans to move production from its facility on Earl Street in Menasha to a new plant in Texas, according to a layoff notice filed with the state this week.
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Survey: The share of Wisconsin businesses struggling to hire hits lowest level in a decade
The share of Wisconsin businesses that report struggling to find workers fell to its lowest level in a decade, according to a new survey.
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End of an era: Hourly workers at Leinenkugel’s Brewery in Chippewa Falls finish their final shift
The last of the hourly workers at the Leinenkugel’s Brewery in Chippewa Falls finished their final shifts and gathered for a pint at the neighboring Leinie’s Lodge Thursday evening.
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How layoffs at local TV news stations affect Wisconsin communities
Journalists say layoffs leave communities less informed and less connected.
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Fewer men in rural Wisconsin participating in the workforce, citing lack of respect on the job
A study that surveyed dozens of men from rural Wisconsin found they often have a strong sense of self-worth and think of themselves as hardworking. But some men feel they aren’t being recognized for that hard work or skill set in the traditional workforce.Â
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State regulators approve largest solar project in Wisconsin history
The Vista Sands Solar Project will be built on more than 6,000 acres in Portage County.
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Foxconn qualifies for another round of tax credits, bringing total subsidies past $52M
Foxconn Technology Group is slated to receive nearly $8.75 million in state tax credits for investment and job creation at its Mount Pleasant campus in 2023.
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Analysis finds Milwaukee real estate program is improving diversity in the field
The ACRE program nurtures professionals of color in the commercial real estate market. A recent Wisconsin Policy Forum analysis finds that its efforts are working.
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Kenosha County executive says Eli Lilly expansion is ‘critical to our area’
Kenosha County Executive Samantha Kerkman shares her thoughts on Eli Lilly’s expansion in the region.
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Wisconsin again sets record for number of registered apprentices
In a statement, Gov. Evers attributed the record number of registered apprentices to efforts to expand apprenticeship pathways and reduce barriers to work.