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.

New Madison housing completions surpass 2025

City passes 2025 mark with three months left to go

Wisconsin farmer fights license suspension over distribution of raw milk

Operator of Grassway Organics takes on state regulators

Milwaukee’s Maynard Steel to close

Closing will eliminate 77 manufacturing jobs

Stock market falls as Treasury yields climb

Uncertainty causes investors to pull back from record highs

Black Irish liqueur to be distributed in Wisconsin

Statewide partnership set for brand created by Mariah Carey

Madison Makers Market to hold Oct. 30 ‘Nightmare on East Wash’ market

Next event in market’s Shop Tenney series has spooky theme

Northwestern Mutual, ABC Supply top list of Deloitte’s Wisconsin 75

Annual list recognizes state’s largest private companies

MGE to borrow $40 million from local banks

Financing arrangement announced after utility partners with Realta Fusion

Proposed data center rules prohibit ‘hyperscale’ data centers in Madison

City to hold Oct. 27 Zoom meeting on proposed regulatory framework for data centers

Wisconsin students urged to complete student aid application

Application for federal student aid available for 2027-28 school year