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.

PSC directs American Transmission to resubmit application for transmission line

Decision will change the timeline for completion of power line that serves Port Washington data center

US economy loses 23,000 jobs, yet jobless rate drops to 4.1%

There were bright spots, as the number of unemployed people dropped

Oregon residents protest plan to eliminate Foxboro Golf Course

Owner and developer Glenn Hofer wants to sell the course and redevelop the property

Mortgage rates rise for fifth straight week

Benchmark rate creeps up to 6.69% amid sluggish home sales

Wisconsin Early Childhood Association blasts proposed Head Start changes

WECA says proposal would roll back protections for children and families

Evers encourages Wisconsinites to visit State Fair

The fair, which began Thursday, runs through Aug. 16 at State Fair Park

Wisconsin company partners with Korean firm to modernize its shipyard

Fraser Industries’ move is part of a deal to reduce American tariffs on South Korean imports

Heartland Label Printers acquired by Tennessee company

Acquisition strengthens market position of southern label manufacturer

Student loan defaults surge in Wisconsin after end of payment pause

More than 108,000 Wisconsinites haven’t made payments in nearly one year

U.S., Iran inch closer to deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Iran has insisted on some measure of control over the strait, saying it will not go back to being an open international waterway
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