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News Tipoffs - Wisconsin Editors Newsletter for Saturday May 11, 2024 ( 6 items )  

Gov. Evers Delivers Radio Address Celebrating National Teacher Appreciation Week
MADISON, Wisconsin, May 11 -- Gov. Tony Evers, D-Wisconsin, issued the following news release on May 9, 2024: Gov. Tony Evers today released his weekly radio address celebrating National Teacher Appreciation Week. In celebration of Teacher Appreciation Week, Gov. Evers proclaimed May 6 through May 10, 2024, as Teacher Appreciation Week in the state of Wisconsin. * * * Hey there! Governor Tony Evers here! Wishing you a very happy Teacher Appreciation Week! Folks, it's no secret that I've sp  more

Gov. Evers to Become First Midwest Governor to Join U.S. Climate Alliance Executive Committee
MADISON, Wisconsin, May 11 -- Gov. Tony Evers, D-Wisconsin, issued the following news release on May 9, 2024: Gov. Tony Evers, long-time member of the U.S. Climate Alliance, announced today he is joining the Alliance's executive committee, which oversees the strategic direction of the bipartisan coalition of governors. Gov. Evers will be the first governor from the Midwest to join the Alliance leadership since its inception. "The climate crisis has taken an undeniable toll on folks and communi  more

President Biden Announces Key Appointments to Boards and Commissions
WASHINGTON, May 11 -- The White House issued the following news release on May 10, 2024: * * * Today, President Biden announced his intent to appoint the following individuals to serve in key roles: * Callisia N. Clarke, to be a Member of the National Cancer Advisory Board * Karen Emmons, to be a Member of the National Cancer Advisory Board * Tamika Felder, to be a Member of the National Cancer Advisory Board * Edjah K. Nduom, to be a Member of the National Cancer Advisory Board * Bria  more

U.S. Department of Education Announces 161 Students to be Honored as 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholars
WASHINGTON, May 9 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release: U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona today announced the 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholars, recognizing 161 high school seniors for their accomplishments in academics, the arts, and career and technical education fields. "The 161 high school seniors selected for the 60th anniversary of the U.S. Presidential Scholars represent the best of our nation's schools and inspire hope in the bright future of   more

Wis.A.G. Kaul: Court Rejects Avid Telecom's Attempts to Dismiss Illegal Robocalls Case
MADISON, Wisconsin, May 11 -- Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul issued the following news release on May 10, 2024: Attorney General Josh Kaul today announced that the United States District Court in Arizona denied Avid Telecom's multiple attempts to dismiss and delay a bipartisan, 49-state lawsuit against the company Michael D. Lansky, L.L.C., dba Avid Telecom, as well as its owner Michael D. Lansky and its vice president Stacey S. Reeves. Forty-nine attorneys general who are also members of  more

Wisconsin Economic Development Corp.: Trade Missions Offer Wisconsin Businesses the Chance to Grow Globally
MADISON, Wisconsin, May 11 -- The Wisconsin Economic Development Corp. issued the following news: Wisconsin businesses looking to extend their reach by entering global markets will be able to participate in international trade missions led by the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) to the United Kingdom, Australia, the United Arab Emirates, Mexico, China, Canada, Germany, and Switzerland in 2024 and 2025. Wisconsin businesses can attend one or more of these programs, which involv  more