Joe Vanden Plas

As the senior writer of In Business Madison, Joe researches and writes content for the monthly print magazine, the daily e-newsletters, and networking events. With 40 years of experience in journalism, including 25 in the Capital Region, the 1983 UW–Stevens Point graduate has covered government, business, athletics, and culture. Outside the office, the Green Bay native enjoys power walks with wife Patty, classic movies, and sporting events.

Milwaukee Brewers collaborates with Fitchburg for new baseball mural

Madison artist Emily Balsley’s mural will be installed at McKee Farms Park

North Italia makes Wisconsin debut with September opening

The restaurant, which serves pasta, pizza and other dishes, is also hiring

Former Madison police chief Shon Barnes reportedly fired in Seattle

Barnes was criticized for not being in town to respond to shooting at food festival

Wisconsin judge says voters who returned absentee ballot can’t get a new one

Democrats filed a lawsuit to give voters another chance after candidate changes

WEDC invested $229 million in FY 2026

The investments supported hundreds of Wisconsin businesses, nonprofits, partner organizations and communities

U.S. economy has sluggish 1.5% Q2 growth, inflation remains above Fed target

Growth in U.S. gross domestic product was below economists’ expectations

Wisconsin high schoolers score higher on AP tests but some cite lower standards

Grading criteria for advanced placement exams has changed

Wisconsin communities to receive $30 million for rural infrastructure

The money funds repair or replacement of culverts and small bridges

Marquette Law poll: Hong widens her lead in Democratic gubernatorial primary

34% of primary voters are still undecided

Binkowskis to overhaul GEF buildings downtown

Up to 400 apartments are planned
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