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.

Madison Police investigating break-in at Madison Public Market

The burglary occurred Sunday morning at around 7:30 a.m.

Abbott’s Cologuard Plus advances in Europe

Colorectal cancer screen hits regulatory milestone

Delta Beer Lab will close on Sunday

Brewer has operated in Madison for nearly eight years

Madison Reading Project kicks off Community Book Drive

New children's books will be distributed for holiday giving

GMCC employer survey finds regional optimism, national uncertainty

2026 Next Normal Regional Employer Survey found 92% stable or growing

National Geographic names Madison one of world’s best places to visit

Prestigious Best of the World list reveals the must-visit destinations

State says corrections costs are mounting

It now costs nearly $12,000 more to house each inmate than in 2021

Evers, PSC to provide $11.5M for clean energy innovation

Funding will support schools, nonprofits, local and Tribal governments

Judge rules in favor of Port Washington ordinance on data center TIFs

Ordinance requires public votes on large tax incentives

UW Health’s East Madison Hospital expansion opens Nov. 2

Hospital adding 120,000 square feet for added services