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 Credit Union introduces free financial literacy course for high school students

Credit union will sponsor enrollment of eligible members in partnership with UW-Green Bay

Wisconsin among 25 states to sue over Trump’s new tariffs

State AGs say new tariffs are an illegal tax increase on families and businesses

Anderson departs SSM Health, interim president Kyle Nondorf appointed

Sue Anderson stepped down at the end of July to pursue an opportunity outside of healthcare administration

Wisconsin Youth Co. holds back to school supply drive

Goal is to give away 600 backpacks

Agrace offers support for spouse, partner loss

Three options available for grief support

WEDC Secretary John Miller to speak at Forward Fest

Program will explore agency’s role in supporting startups

PETA calls for investigation into lab after monkey injuries at UW

U.S. Department of Agriculture asked to look into two separate incidents

Big Brothers Big Sisters seeks 50 volunteer mentors for School Friends program

Program requires a minimum commitment of one school year

Markets gain as oil prices tumble after Trump announces Iran deal is near

Swings continue with on-again, off-again vows to intensify attacks

We Energies, ATC seek data center cost agreement

The agreement would protect utility customers from paying for transmission costs linked to data centers