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.

UW, Marquette fans compete for charity

Piggly Wiggly’s “Feeding the Rivalry” campaign runs through Dec. 5

Judge sets $1M bail for chiropractor in child porn case

Second time in a year suspect found in possession of child pornography

Tenants of Milwaukee apartment buildings ordered to vacate

Severe safety issues found in troubled properties

Abingdon Health opens new manufacturing hub in Madison

New University Research Park facility continues UK company’s U.S. expansion

Meetings set for development of Madison’s Near West Area Plan

Virtual and in-person meetings have been scheduled for early November

Construction worker killed in Madison hit-and-run crash

Madison police have identified a person of interest

MCF to grant city $350K for police body-worn cameras

Madison Community Foundation grant will accelerate implementation

Red Cross, UW-Madison to hold homecoming blood drive

Drive to be held on campus from Sept. 29 – Oct. 1

Abbott receives FDA authorization for new diabetes monitor

Biowearable product is the world's first dual glucose-ketone sensing technology

Packers partner with global electronics company

Multiyear agreement brings TCL brand visibility to Lambeau Field