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.

Stock futures rise on positive inflation data

Jump in AI-related shares also drives up markets

UW says new initiatives focus on technology, entrepreneurs

Tech for Tomorrow and Accelerate Wisconsin have bold objectives

Race for Wisconsin governor: Crowley bests Hong, Tiffany cruises to victory

Crowley makes surprise comeback after dropping out of the race, then reentering

Madison Reading Project launches Classroom Kickstart

Annual program invites Dane and Sauk County teachers to shop for books

Combination of factors causing oak tree decline in Wisconsin

DNR says invasive species and storms are among the culprits of increasing tree mortality

Asahi Beer to expand U.S. production in Waunakee

New high-speed line will be added to Octopi facility

UW wants $90 million to train new healthcare workers

Budget request would address a shortage of doctors and nurses, especially in rural areas

Nurses at SSM Health Dean Medical Group petition for union election

The request involves 380 outpatient nurses

Evers asks for state assessment of July storms

Request is the next step in the recovery process

Trump signs order calling for spacing out childhood vaccines

Medical groups and scientists oppose order, citing no link between vaccines and autism