Recent Ribbon Cuttings
For Immediate ReleaseBenjamin Stern, Marketing & Social Media Coordinatorevents@germantownchamber.org Date: 10/01/2025 Relish Supper Club and Apple Works Winery Celebrate Ribbon Cuttings Germantown, WI: The Germantown Area Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated Ribbon Cuttings for Relish Supper Club on September 4 and Apple Works Winery on September 17. Relish Supper Club celebrated their one-year anniversary by busting out the big scissors. For them, their ribbon cutting was a capstone after a
Washington County Urges Regulatory Reform to Protect Lake Homeowners Facing Floodplain Rules
WEST BEND, WI – In response to mounting concerns from Druid Lake property owners, Washington County is taking a strong stance against Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) regulations that could drastically impact the future of dozens of homes and families in the Town of Erin. County Executive Josh Schoemann and County Board Chair Jeff Schleif held a resolution signing yesterday with property owners. Recently released floodplain maps from the Wisconsin DNR have reclassified parts of the
SBA Offers Disaster Relief to WI Businesses + Private Nonprofits + Residents Affected by Aug. Storms
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low interest federal disaster loans for Wisconsin businesses, private nonprofits, and residents affected by severe storms and flooding occurring Aug. 9-12, 2025. The SBA issued a disaster declaration in response to a request received from Gov. Tony Evers, on Sept. 10, 2025. The declaration covers primary Wisconsin counties of Milwaukee, Washington and Waukesha; which are eligible for both Physical damage loans
FEMA DISASTER ASSISTANCE APPLICATIONS OPEN
WEST BEND, WI – President Donald Trump announced a presidential disaster declaration for Wisconsin, approving $29.8 million in federal aid to help recover from the severe storms and flooding in August. County Executive Josh Schoemann said, “I am pleased to see how quickly the disaster declaration was issued so our families and business impacted by the flooding can apply for some relief. It can be difficult to be patient for what can often be a long process, and I thank the President, Governor Evers
Gov. Evers Announces $50 Million in Grants Available for Community Development Projects Statewide
Gov. Evers Announces $50 Million in Grants Available for Local Community Development Projects Statewide Communities and organizations encouraged to apply for next round of Non-State Grant Program funding for local building projects MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today announced the next round of grant funding for the Non-State Grant Program to support local infrastructure improvement and community development projects across the state. The $50 million program, created by Gov. Eves in 2023, serves as a
