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Senator Eric Wimberger, who represents Wisconsin's 2nd Senate district, has used his social media platform to highlight recent developments in the state's budget and community events. Wimberger, a Republican elected in 2025 to succeed Robert Cowles, posted a series of updates between August 3 and August 5 regarding state investments and local happenings.

On August 3, Wimberger announced an increase in funding for youth apprenticeship programs: "The new State Budget invests $6 million more in our high-demand Youth Apprenticeship program. Youth apprenticeships give high school students the chance to develop critical skills and experience in the workforce alongside their normal classes. Just last year, we added 11,344" (August 3, 2025).

The following day, he emphasized educational funding included in the new state budget: "Wisconsin's new State Budget makes significant investments in our schools. Over the next two years, K-12 education will receive $1.4 billion in new revenue, including:

Increasing the special education reimbursement rate to its highest level in nearly 30 years

Raising the" (August 4, 2025).

On August 5, Wimberger shifted focus to community events by promoting upcoming county fairs: "August is county fair season in Northeast Wisconsin! Find a fair near you for some family summer fun.

Brown County Fair: August 13-17

Waupaca County Fair: August 20-24

Oconto County Fair: August 21-24

Shawano County Fair: August 27-September 1

https://t.co/1X60D48rCQ" (August 5, 2025).

Wimberger was elected to represent Wisconsin's second senate district at the start of the year after replacing former senator Robert Cowles.