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Friday, December 08, 2023
Holiday Health Resource Fair in Wisconsin Rapids
Wisconsin Rapids, WI – The Wood County Health Department (WCHD) in partnership with the HMong & Hispanic Communications Network Project (H2N) is hosting a Holiday Health Resource Fair on Friday, December 15th from 3pm until 7pm at Mid-State Technical College’s gymnasium located at 500 32nd St N in Wisconsin Rapids. This FREE event is open to the public and all are encouraged to come. The following will be provided free of charge:Food and drinks (including a hot chocolate bar)Photos with Santa ClausLocal
Tuesday, December 05, 2023Mid-State students have access to new transfer agreement with University of Maryland Global Campus
Students at Mid-State Technical College will now benefit from a transfer agreement between the University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) and the Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS). The agreement permits transfer into one of the university’s 125+ online academic programs with tuition and transfer-credit benefits. Under the agreement, each WTCS student who completes an associate degree receives guaranteed admission into a UMGC bachelor’s degree program in a complementary field of study. The UMGC
Tuesday, December 05, 2023UWSP at Marshfield receives gift from local business
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point at Marshfield will benefit from a $10,000 gift from a longtime Marshfield business whose founder had a historic role on campus. The Nelson-Jameson Foundation presented a check to the UWSP Foundation on Nov. 29. The gift is funding need-based scholarships as well as a special project to celebrate the campus’ 60th anniversary in 2024. The Nelson-Jameson company and UWSP at Marshfield campus have a founder in common. “In the 1960s, Earl Nelson, the founder of
Monday, December 04, 2023Mid-State’s Dr. Shelly Mondeik named to Top Women Leaders of Wisconsin for 2023
Professional networking organization Women We Admire has named Mid-State Technical College President Dr. Shelly Mondeik to its list of Top Women Leaders of Wisconsin for 2023. Dr. Shelly Mondeik joined Mid-State Technical College on June 1, 2017, as the College’s sixth president. In 2022 she celebrated 20 years in the Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS). Just before joining Mid-State, she served in multiple roles such as full-time faculty, academic dean and vice president of academics. She has held
Friday, December 01, 2023Mid-State accepting applications to new Dental Assistant program
A new Dental Assistant program is coming to Mid-State Technical College this spring, thanks to a collaboration with Family Health Center of Marshfield. The Dental Assistant partnership was inspired by a Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) grant aimed at addressing the shortage of dental assistants and other oral care professionals in central Wisconsin. That grant funding will cover tuition for any student in the first three cohorts who commits to working for one year, post completion, in a
Friday, December 01, 2023Goodwill NCW makes giving HOPE easy on Giving Tuesday
WISCONSIN – Each year, after millions gather with family and friends to give thanks, millions will also band together to give generously throughout the season, starting with Giving Tuesday on November 28. Goodwill NCW is proud to be part of the worldwide Giving Tuesday movement by providing easy opportunities to give back to communities.Although the Goodwill brand is most recognized for its retail store locations, some may not know that Goodwill NCW mission programs last year served more than 48,000 people
Friday, December 01, 2023Sentry Insurance receives UW Regents Business Partnership Award
Recognizing decades of support of higher education in central Wisconsin, Sentry Insurance was presented with a UW Regents Business Partnership Award today. Leadership from Sentry, UW-Stevens Point and the Universities of Wisconsin, as well as Sentry employees who are UW-Stevens Point alumni, were in attendance. “I am proud to recognize Sentry Insurance for all the opportunities they have helped provide UW-Stevens Point,” said Regent Vice President Amy Bogost. “The partnerships our universities have with
Friday, December 01, 2023Students stage original dance in ‘Afterimages 2023’
Enjoy a showcase of student creativity at the upcoming annual Afterimages dance concert at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. “Afterimages 2023” will be performed in Jenkins Theatre in the Noel Fine Arts Center, 1800 Portage St., Stevens Point, at 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, Dec. 7-9, and at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10. The show features student directors, choreographers, dancers and designers for sets, costumes, lighting and sound.“Afterimages affords students the time and space to experiment
Thursday, November 30, 2023Mid-State’s fall commencement set for December 9
Mid-State Technical College will host its mid-year graduation with an indoor ceremony at the Wisconsin Rapids Campus. The event takes place at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9, and is designed to celebrate all graduating students, their families and invited guests. Phlebotomy Technician graduate Veronica Line, Stevens Point, will deliver the student address. The faculty send-off will be delivered by Nichol L. Riedel, Phlebotomy Technician instructor and program director. The event will also feature an
Thursday, November 30, 2023New Mechanical Design Technology program coming to Mid-State
Mid-State Technical College will offer a new Mechanical Design Technology program in fall 2024 to meet the growing local demand for mechanical designers and product designers in manufacturing. Applications are now being accepted for the two-year associate of applied science degree, which prepares graduates to work with engineers to design, prepare, develop and test all types of machines and products. The program will be among the programs to train in the new Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering Technology
Wednesday, November 29, 2023Registration open for Mid-State’s DEI Applied Conference
Registration is now open for Mid-State Technical College’s new diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) conference, DEI Applied. The conference will draw professionals, educators and community members across Wisconsin to Mid-State’s Stevens Point Campus January 11 – 12 to engage in meaningful dialogue and collaboration to create actionable initiatives. DEI Applied will feature keynote presentations from globally recognized DEI consultant and educator Mikaila Brown, Ph.D., who has taught thousands of
Wednesday, November 29, 2023''A SEASON OF GIVING'' Coloring Book Raises Funds for the United Way
Quality Plus Printing is proud to announce the 2nd annual printing of “A Season of Giving” coloring book. Over 2,000 coloring books are being distributed (free of charge) to local nonprofit organizations and agencies that that help care for children in our community. Due to the generosity of the sponsors of the project, a check of $5,000 will be given to the United Way of South Wood and Adams Counties to help local nonprofits during the holiday season. The sponsors of this project include: The Investor’s
Tuesday, November 21, 2023Mid-State Technical College and Marshfield Clinic Health System highlight new Mid-State location at Marshfield Clinic
Following a Nov. 14 ribbon cutting, a new Mid-State Technical College outreach location is now open in the main lobby of Marshfield Clinic in Marshfield. The on-site location is the result of a partnership between Mid-State and Marshfield Clinic Health System (MCHS) making it easier for MCHS staff and community guests to explore Mid-State’s career development and advancement opportunities. In attendance at the ribbon cutting were Marshfield Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry Board Chair Mark Vieth and
Tuesday, November 21, 2023''Roundtable Revitalization: Unveiling Exciting Changes Ahead!''
Laura Bonner-RidgwayHeart of Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce715.422.4860workforce@wisconsinrapidschamber.com Heart of Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce“Roundtable Revitalization: Unveiling Exciting Changes Ahead!” The Heart of Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce remains dedicated to continually enhancing the services and benefits offered to our esteemed investors. With this commitment, we are delighted to announce forthcoming adjustments to our roundtables, aimed at making them even more valuable and engaging
Monday, November 20, 2023Mid-State launches Cyber Range cybersecurity trainings
Mid-State is introducing its new Cyber Range cybersecurity training for all skill levels. Mid-State’s Cyber Range prepares individuals for cyber threats through live, hands-on training with real-world environments. The Cyber Range simulates specific ransomware, advanced persistent threat (APT) tactics and phishing threats to equip teams with experience and tools to defend against cyberattacks. Individual or team trainings can be customized by experience level, tools, threats and more. Virtual and
Friday, November 17, 2023WoodTrust Bank Announces New Branch Location in Manitowish Waters, WI
November 17, 2023 Contact: Steve Bell, Chairman Chad Kane, President WoodTrust Bank 715-423-7600 WoodTrust Bank Announces New Branch Location in Manitowish Waters, WI Wisconsin Rapids, WI: WoodTrust Bank (“WoodTrust”), a leading provider of banking, trust, and investment management services in central and northern Wisconsin, is pleased to announce the opening of its seventh full-service location. The new branch will be located at 5987 County Highway W, adjacent to Trig’s Village Market in the
Friday, November 17, 2023Mid-State Technical College and Lakeland University celebrate expanded Marshfield Campus partnership
Mid-State Technical College and Lakeland University celebrated 31 years of continued collaboration in bringing post-secondary opportunities to central Wisconsin at a Nov. 15 event on Mid-State’s Marshfield Campus. Lakeland University will now have a staffed space at Mid-State’s Marshfield Campus to provide outreach and advising to students interested in pursuing a bachelor's or master’s degree. “We’ve been so fortunate to have Lakeland’s presence on our Wisconsin Rapids Campus, and we’re now equally
Wednesday, November 15, 20232024 Miss Wisconsin Rapids and Miss Wisconsin Rapids' Teen
We are excited to share with you information about our newly crowned 2024 Miss Wisconsin Rapids and Miss Wisconsin Rapids' Teen! Aleigh Weight, Miss Wisconsin Rapids 2024 is a senior at Lincoln High School. She presented Speed Painting for her talent. Her Community Service Initiative is "Keeping Kindness." Learn more about Aleigh here. Addison Morin, Miss Wisconsin Rapids' Teen 2024 is a freshman at Lincoln High School. Her talent was a vocal performance to "Almost There" from Disney's Princess and The
Wednesday, November 15, 2023First State Bank’s Holiday Giving Program Begins
Community members are invited to support First State Bank’s Share the Joy Holiday Giving Program. The bank is once again partnering with the Wood County Community Elves Program to fulfill holiday and other needs of area families in need. Anyone who would like to help Share the Joy can stop by the bank’s Wisconsin Rapids office at 1710 West Grand Avenue to choose an ornament from the Giving Tree in the lobby. Participants then purchase a gift to fit the needs listed on the ornament tag. Return new,
Monday, November 13, 2023Mid-State Technical College names Chet Laskowski for 2023 Distinguished Alumni Award
Mid-State Technical College’s 2023 Distinguished Alumni Award will go to Chet Laskowski of Stevens Point. The award recognizes a truly outstanding alum who has demonstrated accomplishments in his or her professional field, community involvement, support for the technical college system and a commitment to continuing education and lifelong learning. “It is such an honor to celebrate Chet Laskowski for Mid-State’s 2023 Distinguished Alumni Award,” said Mid-State’s president, Dr. Shelly Mondeik. “Chet is yet
Monday, November 13, 2023Proclamation: Small Business Saturday
Tuesday, November 07, 2023Prevail Bank Donates $3,000 to Wood County Health Dept
Through its Charitable Contributions program, Prevail Bank donated $3,000 to assist the Wood County Health Department fund their Wisconsin Rapids Farmers’ Market’s Double Dollar Days for FoodShare/EBT individuals and families. (Left to right) Taylor Doescher, Prevail Bank Branch Manager and Julie Ann Siegler, Prevail Bank Mortgage Loan Originator NMLS# 709381, presented Mai Thao, Wood County Health Department Community Health Worker (far right) with the check. The funds provided were part of Prevail
Sunday, August 13, 2023Harvesting Profits: Top Tips to Monetize Your Homesteading Hobby
For many homesteaders, their hobby farm is not just a labor of love, but also a potential source of income. Turning your passion into a profitable venture can be an exciting and rewarding journey. This article contains tips and strategies to help you monetize your hobby farm successfully.Utilizing Online Tools for Document Management In the digital age, numerous online tools make it easy to access your most important business documents no matter where you are — even if you’re in the literal field of your
Sunday, May 14, 2023Revitalize Your Small Business Website For Success in Uncertain Economic Times
With the uncertainty of the economy, it is more important than ever to make sure that your small business has a strong online presence. This can be done through website updates, secure PDFs, SEO tactics, and competitive content. Making these changes to your business website can help boost sales and give you peace of mind. The Heart of Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce is here to help with these simple tips; let's get started.Utilize a Call-to-Action Having a call-to-action on your website encourages visitors
Tuesday, March 14, 2023Strengthening Your Small Business: A Comprehensive Guide
Running a small business can be challenging, especially when it comes to managing financial and operational problems that arise. That's why we here at the Heart of Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce have gathered some tips to help you strengthen your business and get back on track. Let's take a look:Pare Down Product Offerings Having too many products can hurt your bottom line as there is an increased cost associated with producing more items. Consider cutting down on excess product offerings that don’t
