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.

Enbridge pipeline put back into service

Company places bypass around spot of gas leak in Iron County

Court ruling could save millions of dollars for Wisconsin ratepayers

State residents were on the hook for cost of keeping Michigan coal plant open

Wisconsin startup wins $1.25M battery development contract

Department of energy award goes to firm that doesn’t use material from China

State announces closer economic ties with France

Memo of understanding establishes framework for economic collaboration

UW Health Transplant Center celebrates 60th anniversary

Free event recognizes patients, donors and healthcare workers

Nonprofits earn $72,000 from First Business golf invitational

Goodman Community Center, others benefit from charity event

Safe Care Summit designed to improve domestic violence treatment

Statewide summit offers free training and resources

Supreme Court rejects Trump mail ballot restrictions

Ruling comes as early voting approaches for mid-term elections

CHS to build soybean processing facility in Evansville

Plant would expand market access to Wisconsin-grown soybeans

Report: Wisconsin brain drain one of worst in nation

The Wisconsin Policy Forum estimates that 59.8% of Wisconsin-born adults who now live in another state have a bachelor’s degree or higher