Business Identity Theft Alert
In late spring, after a hailstorm hit our town, we received several positive reviews on our Google Business page, which helped generate phone calls and inquiries for our services. Unfortunately, about a month ago, someone hacked into our Google Business account. They have since changed the name to a fictitious one, "Wisconsin Rapids Roofing," with a fake address. However, the phone number remains real, and they’ve stolen our hard-earned reviews. We are currently engaged in a frustrating and lengthy process
Mid-State to host Wisconsin Education Fair for 11th and 12th graders
Mid-State Technical College will host the annual Wisconsin Education Fair (WEF) on Tuesday, Sept. 24, from 9 to 11 a.m. on the Wisconsin Rapids Campus. High schoolers in 11th and 12th grades along with their parents, guardians, teachers and counselors are invited to attend the event. The free event will feature over 50 post-secondary options and resources including colleges and universities, military, financial aid and more. Each representative will be set up at a station so attendees can choose to visit
Kearns is new Prevail Bank Vice President
Prevail Bank is pleased to announce that Michelle Kearns is the bank’s new Vice President of Compliance. Kearns, an accomplished Compliance and Risk professional, brings nearly 20 years’ experience in the areas of auditing and compliance, risk management, residential/consumer lending and loan processing to Prevail Bank. Her home base will be Prevail Bank – Wisconsin Rapids. She will be succeeding long-time professional, Lenore Breit, who will be retiring soon. “Michelle is an excellent problem solver and
Mid-State culinary arts instructor wins National Association of College and University Foodservices Award
Rich Neumann, culinary arts instructor at Mid-State Technical College, is a recipient of the National Association of College and University Foodservices (NACUFS) David R. Prentkowski Distinguished Lifetime Member Award. Neumann was presented with the award July 19 at the NACUFS National Conference, Louisville, Ky. The David R. Prentkowski Distinguished Lifetime Member Award honors individuals who have retired from college and university foodservice leadership or other positions that supported the
Mid-State Technical College names Brigitta Altmann-Austin dean of Wisconsin Rapids Campus and Schools of Applied Technology and General Education
Dr. Brigitta Altmann-Austin was named dean of Wisconsin Rapids Campus and Schools of Applied Technology and General Education at Mid-State Technical College in July. Altmann-Austin joined Mid-State in July 2023 as the dean of General Education. In this role, her responsibilities included overseeing a wide array of courses and faculty, ensuring high-quality education for all students. She will continue this work in addition to leading the Wisconsin Rapids Campus and School of Applied
Goodness is Customer Contact Center Manager
Prevail Bank is pleased to announce that Mandi Goodness is its new Customer Contact Center Manager. With 25 years’ experience in the finance industry, Goodness will lead a strong customer service, solutions-oriented team of professionals. Communications, organization, and time management skills are her strengths. Prevail Bank – Wisconsin Rapids will be her homebase. “We are excited to have Mandi join our team,” said David Johns, Prevail Bank’s Chief Retail Officer. “Mandi is a motivated and committed
Mid-State Technical College President Mondeik to receive 2024 ACCT CEO Award
Dr. Shelly Mondeik, president of Mid-State Technical College, has been named the Central Region 2024 Chief Executive Officer (CEO) by the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT). The Central Region is comprised of Minnesota, Michigan, Iowa, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Missouri, Kentucky and Ontario. Mondeik will be recognized at the Annual ACCT Leadership Congress in Seattle, Washington, this October. As the regional award recipient, she is also the sole nominee from the central region for
WHIMA Conference to be held at Mid-State’s Stevens Point Campus
Registration is now open for the Wisconsin Health Information Management Association (WHIMA) 2024 Fall Conference that will be held September 26 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Mid-State Technical College’s Stevens Point Campus. This year’s WHIMA conference will explore the delicate balance between tradition and innovation in health information. Expert speakers will delve into critical topics shaping the industry today, including artificial intelligence, inclusive environments, effective communication for
How Entrepreneurs Can Leverage Digital Innovation to Grow Their Businesses
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Wisconsin Rapids Rafters Unveil Exciting 2024 Baseball Season Schedule
Wisconsin Rapids, WI – The Wisconsin Rapids Rafters, a member of the Northwoods League, are thrilled to announce their highly anticipated 2024 season schedule. The 15th Wisconsin Rapids Rafters season will kick off on May 27th with an away game against the Fond du Lac Dock Spiders, followed by Opening Day at Witter Field on May 28th, featuring a showdown against the Dock Spiders with the first pitch scheduled for 6:35 PM. This season promises an action-packed schedule with games scheduled Monday
Wisconsin Rapids Rafters Rekindle ‘Hot Stove’ Event for a Return in 2024
WISCONSIN RAPIDS, Wi — The Wisconsin Rapids Rafters are delighted to announce the eagerly awaited “Hot Stove” event, slated to take place at the Hotel Mead & Conference Center’s Ballroom on January 20, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM. As the clock ticks towards the upcoming baseball season, the Rafters invite fans and community members to join them for an immersive experience, beginning with a lively Cocktail Hour at 6:00 PM with a cash bar. A buffet style dinner generously provided by Kellner Cafe, will
Harvesting Profits: Top Tips to Monetize Your Homesteading Hobby
For many homesteaders, their hobby farm is not just a labor of love, but also a potential source of income. Turning your passion into a profitable venture can be an exciting and rewarding journey. This article contains tips and strategies to help you monetize your hobby farm successfully.Utilizing Online Tools for Document Management In the digital age, numerous online tools make it easy to access your most important business documents no matter where you are — even if you’re in the literal field of your
Revitalize Your Small Business Website For Success in Uncertain Economic Times
With the uncertainty of the economy, it is more important than ever to make sure that your small business has a strong online presence. This can be done through website updates, secure PDFs, SEO tactics, and competitive content. Making these changes to your business website can help boost sales and give you peace of mind. The Heart of Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce is here to help with these simple tips; let's get started.Utilize a Call-to-Action Having a call-to-action on your website encourages visitors
Strengthening Your Small Business: A Comprehensive Guide
Running a small business can be challenging, especially when it comes to managing financial and operational problems that arise. That's why we here at the Heart of Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce have gathered some tips to help you strengthen your business and get back on track. Let's take a look:Pare Down Product Offerings Having too many products can hurt your bottom line as there is an increased cost associated with producing more items. Consider cutting down on excess product offerings that don’t
