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.

Madison police to create section focused on use of force

New section will establish quality assurance measures

Milwaukee airport ranks high in J.D. Power study

Passengers rank Mitchell in top 5 among mid-sized airports

Oregon food pantry holds annual fundraiser

Rock the Pantry features live music, silent auction and raffle

AI on agenda as Trump meets with China’s Xi Jinping

Will AI competition prevent agreement on safeguards?

TDS expands broadband network in Wisconsin

New fiber service is coming to over 25,000 homes and businesses

USDA restricts spending on ‘green’ dairy marketing

Decision comes after Wisconsin producers filed suit

Kohler resort to open the Serve on Oct. 1

New year-round racquet sports facility adds to Kohler Wisconsin’s hospitality facilities

Kalahari’s expanded water park to open Oct. 10

Kalahari ready to unveil $85 million expansion

Urban Triage reschedules Harvest Festival

Rainy weekend postpones annual celebration

Wisconsin farmers coping with nightmare diesel costs

Transport surcharges add to cost squeeze