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.

Trump mail-in ballots order is unworkable, election officials warn

State officials warn of disruptions this fall

Racine County approves $8.47M to reduce health services building debt

Funding from an opioid settlement would reduce debt on Behavioral Health Services building

Bankston Apartments open in downtown Madison

Grand opening unveils 40 new workforce housing units

Enbridge to restore damaged service line by Tuesday

Clean up continues after accident caused leak of 1.3 million gallons of natural gas liquids

Proposed Flock changes don’t impress Milwaukee residents

Citizens demand the city cancel its contract with surveillance firm

US economy creates 162,000 nonfarm jobs in August

Report exceeds expectations for more modest growth

Dane County requests public input during budget deliberations

2027 budget process begins with Sept. 9 hearing

Work begins on Blatnik Bridge connecting Duluth, Superior

Fall events planned to support businesses during closure

Wisconsin’s energy future the topic of Tech Council luncheon

Business executives to explore emerging technologies