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.

State of Wisconsin secures $140 million federal rail grant

Funding will update trains that serve Amtrak routes

Film Wisconsin announces first film tax credit awards

State to award more than $1 million through its new film tax credit program

Janesville schools launch adapted sports league

Janesville Parker and Craig high schools join six Dane County schools in eight-team league

Tom Tiffany fires first shot on data centers

David Crowley responds with charges of hypocrisy as issue takes center stage in Wisconsin governor’s race

CellTrack wins Pressure Chamber contest

Madison company earns opportunity to court Silicon Valley venture investors

Dane County Board approves contract for airport master plan

Board approves $5.8 million contract with engineering firm

Is Woodman’s coming to Grafton?

Report says supermarket chain has contacted village officials about land near I-43

Trump delays tariffs on Canadian goods after progress on trade deal

Last-minute deal, subject to finalization, avoids 50% duty

UGM 2026: Epic AI setting the tone

Founder Judy Faulkner’s keynote launches annual Users Group Meeting

Poll: Likely voters favor Crowley over Tiffany in governor’s race

Survey run by Republican-linked firm has Democratic nominee up by 4 points