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.

Epic Systems reportedly under FTC antitrust investigation

Investigation follows lawsuit in Texas filed by U.S. Senate candidate Ken Paxton

Wisconsin educator claims anti-gay bias in federal lawsuit

Former Wisconsin principal of the year cites sexual orientation in firing

Wisconsin hospital prices 26% higher than in Illinois

Subsequent studies will examine the drivers of the cost differential

Fitchburg cancels Flock contract

City becomes the latest to sever relationship with license plate reader firm

Small businesses’ optimism grew in July

National Federation of Independent Business index says small business owners expect to hire more

Milwaukee Brewers mural to be unveiled Aug. 17 in Fitchburg

Madison artist’s mural, titled “7th Inning Stretch,” pays homage to Brewers fans

UnityPoint Health – Meriter composting initiative yields early results

Hospital partnership with Green Box Compost is diverting food waste from landfills

Residency status of Wisconsin state Senate candidate remains in question

Report says Michele Magadance Skinner voted in Wisconsin and Georgia

US retail sales see largest drop in over a year

Monthly decline comes after Americans exhaust tax refunds

State grant helps Wisconsin farmers stock food pantries

Funding enables 250 farms to sell food to local pantries and food assistance programs