Brittney Kenaston

As a staff journalist with In Business Madison, Brittney reports what’s new in the business scene at the local, state, and national levels. A former high school educator, she has a passion for public speaking and community connection. Outside of the office, Brittney enjoys writing fiction, hiking, painting, and playing with her dog.
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Former Lodi Area EMS chief, assistant chief charged with felony theft of donated medical equipment

One missing item is worth between $23,000-$30,000

Dane County rejects zoning amendment amid concerns about threats to wildlife

The news comes after many area residents expressed opposition to the development proposal, with many citing concern about habitat loss for migrating bird species

DeForest’s 2025 finances ‘in good shape,’ report finds

The village’s general fund balance was up roughly $545,000 from $2.75 million in 2024 to $3.29 million in 2025

Realta gets up to $55M from Wisconsin for new HQ, R&D at Oscar Mayer site

The company secured major financial incentives to develop a facility that will house its next-generation fusion device at northeast Madison’s OM Station

Photos: Green Box Compost

Inspired by his family's backyard composting practice, Ben Stanger founded Green Box...

Chris Talton takes the helm at Goodman Community Center

For Talton, leading one of Madison’s largest community-focused organizations has brought him full circle

Compost pickup service Green Box Compost turns food waste into fertile ground

Green Box has grown quickly over the past few years, diverting over 50,000 pounds of food scraps per week

Final lessons

Gov. Tony Evers: “We have a strong economy. Don't screw it up.”

K-12 school enrollment down statewide as costs continue to rise

Data from the Department of Public Instruction showed an over 9% drop in public school enrollment across Wisconsin over the past 15 years

Dairy farms qualify for temporary agricultural worker visas, USDA says

Dairy operations may use the H-2A temporary agricultural worker program when they demonstrate a qualifying temporary or seasonal labor need
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