Lakeland University announces Dean’s List honorees for summer 2025
Dozens of students have been recognized for their academic performance by being named to the Lakeland University Dean’s List for the 2025 summer semester.
Local Government
Government events this week in East Central Wisconsin: Aug. 31 – Sept. 6
The following events are scheduled to take place in East Central Wisconsin this week.
Government events this September in East Central Wisconsin
The following events are scheduled to take place in East Central Wisconsin this month.
Senator Eric Wimberger questions DNR’s use of Fish and Wildlife Account funds
Senator Eric Wimberger raised issues about reduced spending by Wisconsin’s Department of Natural Resources on August 27, citing an audit showing lower investment in hunting and fishing programs.
Senator Eric Wimberger highlights historic school funding and local industry initiatives
Senator Eric Wimberger shared updates between August 24-26, 2025 about record K-12 education funding increases, a statewide manufacturing contest, and Fox Valley Tech’s dental lab expansion.
Lakeland University student gains real-world experience through internships
Caden Freeman, a data science major at Lakeland University, is gaining practical experience through internships as he works toward his bachelor’s degree.
Lakeland University expands Innovator Fellowship program to more area high schools
Five students from Sheboygan North High School have completed community-based projects as part of the 2024-2025 Innovator Fellowship program.
Lakeland University student gains experience through Detroit Tigers internship
Lakeland University junior Arfee Edwards spent her summer working as a game day staff member for the Detroit Tigers, focusing on fan engagement at Comerica Park.
Government event this week in East Central Wisconsin: Aug. 24-30
The following event is scheduled to take place in East Central Wisconsin this week.
Senator Eric Wimberger highlights local events and legislative initiatives in recent posts
Senator Eric Wimberger used social media between August 21-23, 2025 to promote local events like the Oconto County Fair and discuss key issues such as tax cuts and healthcare funding.
Kohler executive Victoria Champion joins Lakeland University Board of Trustees
Victoria Champion, a strategic audit executive with 25 years of experience in financial integrity and risk management, has been elected to a four-year term on the Lakeland University Board of…
Eric Wimberger highlights community service and legislative progress in recent posts
Senator Eric Wimberger shared posts between August 18 and August 20 recognizing local youth for community service work, celebrating Wisconsin’s high ranking as a place to live, and announcing committee…
Government events this week in East Central Wisconsin: Aug. 17-23
The following events are scheduled to take place in East Central Wisconsin this week.
Senator Eric Wimberger criticizes education standards and highlights budget priorities
Senator Eric Wimberger shared a series of posts between August 15-17 criticizing educational standards under Superintendent Underly and promoting recent state budget initiatives affecting parks and taxes.
Sheboygan County saw 9.8% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022
In 2022, government transfers contributed 17.6% of income in Sheboygan County. How does this compare to historical figures?
FOIA request sent to Sheboygan County Sheriff’s Department regarding job applications on August 14, 2025
FOIA Request to Sheboygan County Sheriff’s Department regarding the number of job applications and tracking on August 14, 2025.
Lakeland University students present summer research findings at Marquette symposium
Four Lakeland University students and three faculty members took part in the Summer Research Program Poster Symposium at Marquette University.
Wisconsin Assembly Rep. Brill bill mandates restitution payments, clarifies voting rights restoration
State Rep. Lindee Rae Brill authored a bill that wins approval in both the Assembly and Senate, mandating restitution payments and clarifying felony voting rights restoration.
Senator Eric Wimberger highlights state budget priorities and celebrates Packers anniversary
Senator Eric Wimberger shared updates on Wisconsin’s state budget investments in road repair on August 10, while also celebrating over a century of Green Bay Packers history in posts made…
Lakeland student gains hands-on experience through aviation heritage center internship
Lakeland University junior Trayvonne Roberts spent his summer working as a marketing intern at the Aviation Heritage Center of Wisconsin, located at the Sheboygan County Airport.
Government event this week in East Central Wisconsin: Aug. 10-16
The following event is scheduled to take place in East Central Wisconsin this week.
New law signed in Wisconsin targets predatory real estate practices
Legislation authored by Senator Romaine Robert Quinn (R-Birchwood) to address predatory real estate practices has been signed into law as Wisconsin Act 32.
Senator Eric Wimberger commemorates veterans and local hero in recent tweets
Senator Eric Wimberger marked Purple Heart Day and honored Private McLaughlin’s return home in tweets posted between August 7 and August 9, while also wishing success to the Green Bay…
Representative Lindee Brill reiterates support for parental rights and school choice
Representative Lindee Brill posted a series of statements on August 5 and August 6, 2025, emphasizing her views on parental rights and school choice.
Senator Eric Wimberger highlights state budget investments and local events on social media
Senator Eric Wimberger shared updates from August 3–5 about increased state funding for youth apprenticeships and K-12 education as well as details on upcoming county fairs across Northeast Wisconsin.