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'On the Job' at Central WI Airport

4 months 1 week ago By Patrick Testin

For my most recent “On the Job” stop, I was able to work a shift at the Central Wisconsin Airport, which is co-owned by Portage and Marathon counties.

Honoring the Trades This Labor Day

4 months 2 weeks ago By Howard Marklein 1 comment

As we celebrate Labor Day and soak up the final days of summer, I want to take a moment to highlight the hardworking individuals in the 17th Senate District who work in the trades.

How the One, Big, Beautiful Bill Serves Wisconsin

4 months 2 weeks ago By Derrick Van Orden 1 comment

Last month, President Trump signed the One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act into law.

Wisconsin taxpayers to see $3,000 drop in tax bill

4 months 2 weeks ago By Badger Institute

The average Wisconsin taxpayer will pay $3,183 less in taxes in 2026 due to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act going into effect next year, analysis by the Tax Foundation shows.

Protecting Ag, Natural Resources

4 months 2 weeks ago By Patrick Testin

With an annual financial impact of about $116 billion, agriculture is one of the main drivers of our state’s economy.

The Tiffany Telegram: August 22, 2025

4 months 3 weeks ago By Tom Tiffany 1 comment

Telegram readers know I’ve been leading the fight to stop wind and solar industrial projects from destroying American farmland.

Tour of Mill Site and Power Company

4 months 3 weeks ago By Patrick Testin 1 comment

Earlier this week, I was invited to take a tour of both the former Wisconsin Rapids Paper Mill site and the Consolidated Water Power Company.

An Update from the Dairy Innovation Hub

4 months 3 weeks ago By Howard Marklein

I recently participated in the Dairy Innovation Hub’s (DIH) annual summer research tour. My visit gave an insightful look at the research, equipment, and private partnerships that are being supported by the DIH.