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.

Salvation Army to sell East Wash property

Organization will build a new shelter at vacated West YMCA

Port Milwaukee reports record cruise season

Nearly 20,000 visitors passed through during the 2026 season

Molson Coors adjusts sales and profit guidance downward

Parent of Miller Brewing says sales will be down 1-2%, profits down 21-24%

Cava restaurant to open at Hilldale on Nov. 11

Mediterranean-inspired dishes are on the menu at first Madison location

US stocks recover most of last week’s losses

Brent crude oil price falls below $100 per barrel

Back Nine Acquisitions purchases Madison multifamily properties for $30M

Chicago firm acquires 108 units from Flad Development & Investments

Madison’s healthcare startup ecosystem gets a checkup

Panelists discuss strengths and gaps in key local industry

Organizations launch initiative to advance Black well-being

Center for Black Excellence and Culture and UW–Madison’s Center for Healthy Minds to partner

Pilot escapes serious injuries after crash landing

Landing gear did not deploy, causing plane to slide to a stop at Rock County Airport