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.

Summit Credit Union partners to help members with terminal illness

Grants of $2,500 to $10,000 help ease financial challenges during difficult times

Evers urges Trump administration to rescind new SNAP rules

Governor says new rules will hurt small businesses and restrict access to basic food necessities

Mythology not enough to protect the Wonder Bar

City Landmarks Commission rules that lore surrounding popular establishment not enough for landmark status

CROWE issues new report on AI in Wisconsin

Potential economic benefits extend beyond data center campuses

United Way to host annual Day of Caring Aug. 20

Volunteer event launches UWDC’s community campaign

City of Madison removes encampment

Rhodes-Conway says occupation of intersection is unsafe and counterproductive

Plans for Ukraine Fest continue under a cloud

Ukrainian community awaits decision from the Trump administration on whether to extend temporary protected status

UW Credit Union introduces free financial literacy course for high school students

Credit union will sponsor enrollment of eligible members in partnership with UW-Green Bay

Wisconsin among 25 states to sue over Trump’s new tariffs

State AGs say new tariffs are an illegal tax increase on families and businesses

Anderson departs SSM Health, interim president Kyle Nondorf appointed

Sue Anderson stepped down at the end of July to pursue an opportunity outside of healthcare administration