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–Madison chancellor finalists announced

Three finalists will be interviewed in public forums next week

Anonymous Marquette benefactor donates $20 million for scholarships

Planned gift, for first-generation students, comes during National First-Generation College Celebration Week

U.S. economy created 165,000 jobs in October

National unemployment rate stands at 4.1%

Madison College loses $2M in federal childcare aid

College says funding loss puts student parents' education and workforce goals at risk

Veridian Homes opens Reiland Grove neighborhood

New neighborhood with 561 homesites is planned on Madison’s east side

Epic to recognize local companies for campus work

Electronic health records maker celebrates 20th anniversary of Verona campus

McShane completes the Conway at Huxley Yards

New multifamily development adds 50-unit mixed-income units in Madison

State to spend $58M on broadband expansion

New service will connect more homes and businesses in unserved communities

Alliant Energy in talks with 7 data center developers

Potential sites are located in Wisconsin and Iowa

Black Business Hub to host final Pop-Up Market

Pop-Up Market season closes out on Saturday