Mid-State Technical College to host Tom Farley for community conversation on resilience, addiction and mental health
Free event continues College’s commitment to bringing meaningful conversations to the community Mid-State Technical College will host Tom Farley, community outreach director at Recovery.com and brother of late actor and comedian Chris Farley, for a community conversation on addiction, mental health and stigma. The event takes place Tuesday, May 5, 2026, with two options available—one at Mid-State’s Wisconsin Rapids Campus at noon, the other at the Wisconsin Rapids Performing Arts Center at 7 p.m. A
Mid-State students earn top honors at BPA State Leadership Conference
Students qualify for national competition following strong performance at statewide event Students from Mid-State Technical College earned top awards at the 2026 Business Professionals of America (BPA) Wisconsin State Leadership Conference, held Feb. 26–27 in Wausau. Their performance in the Workplace Skills Assessment Program (WSAP) competitive events highlights the strength of Mid-State’s business education programs and the workplace-ready skills students develop through hands-on learning. This was the
Mid-State Technical College hosts annual Farm Tour highlighting innovation and statewide agricultural partnerships
Mid-State Technical College hosted its 49th annual Farm Tour on Tuesday, March 10, bringing together more than 100 farmers, industry professionals, educators, students and agricultural partners for a day of hands-on learning, networking and exploration of modern farming practices. Presented by Fox Cities Builders, the 2026 Farm Tour highlighted data-driven insights and the strength of collaboration in Wisconsin agriculture. The event was also recognized as an Outreach and Dissemination project by the
Mid-State Technical College and Yavapai College agreement establishes one of Wisconsin’s first three-year bachelor’s pathways
On March 10, Mid-State Technical College and Yavapai College formally signed an articulation and transfer agreement establishing one of the first in the nation three-year optimized degree pathways available to students to complete a 92-credit bachelor of applied science in business. The signing ceremony was held immediately preceding Mid-State’s Transfer Fair, which brought together K–12 administrators, advisory committee members, business management and university transfer students, faculty, and community
Mid-State announces fall 2025 Dean’s List
Mid-State Technical College has announced its Dean’s List for the fall 2025 semester. This recognition is reserved for Mid-State students who have enrolled in six or more credits and have earned a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.75 during the semester. The list is sorted by student’s city of residence and last name. Cities are in Wisconsin unless otherwise indicated. Adams: Jenna Austin, Maria Barnes, Abbey Bickford, Crystal Buck, Jammie Burt, Christina Cooper, Kayla Dedeyne, Tanner Presley,
Skyward’s iCon 2026 Delivers Future-Focused Conference, Bringing Together 400+ K-12 Leaders for Lear
STEVENS POINT, Wis. (March 3, 2026) – Skyward, a school administration software provider committed to helping K-12 leaders spend less time on tasks and more time with students, celebrated its 23rd Innovators Conference (iCon) February 25-27, 2026 in St. Pete Beach, Florida. This year’s event focused on the innovation of AI and Qmlativ, reflecting districts’ moves toward the latest SIS and ERP solutions available by Skyward. With 80+ sessions from Skyward experts, districts, and business partners, iCon
Mid-State Technical College and Yavapai College sign agreement establishing one of Wisconsin’s first three-year bachelor’s pathways
On March 10, Mid-State Technical College and Yavapai College will formally sign an articulation and transfer agreement establishing one of the first in the nation three-year optimized degree pathways available to students to complete a 92-credit bachelor of applied science in business. The signing ceremony will be held noon to 1 p.m. and immediately preceding Mid-State’s Transfer Fair, which brings together K–12 administrators, advisory committee members, business management and university transfer
First State Bank Accepts Scholarship Applications
First State Bank Accepts Scholarship Applications Wisconsin Rapids, WI – First State Bank continues its longstanding commitment to support local high school students through its scholarship program, offering ten $1,000 scholarships to graduates pursuing post-secondary education. Applications are now being accepted through an online scholarship application form at bankfirststate.com/scholarships and must be submitted by Monday, April 6. Eligible applicants must either attend a high school in a community
Laying of Flags on Veterans Graves - in Honor of Memorial Day
American Legion Post #9 members would like to invite local community members to assist in the placement of American flags on the gravesites of veterans to honor and remember their sacrifices to our country, as part of the community's Memorial Day activities. American Legion members will meet on Friday, 15 May 2026, at the Pioneer Cemetery (4810 Townline Rd), and on Saturday, 16 May 2026, at both the Forest Hills Cemetery & Mausoleum (631 Spring St) and Calvary Cemetery (2311 Plover Rd) - all three
Return of Honor Flight - 4 May
An Honor Flight will be returning to the Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA) on 4 May 2026. All Veterans and community members are asked to attend if possible. The Honor Flight flys veterans (WWII, Korea, Vietnam) to DC for the day then return back to CWA around 10pm. Cost for the trip is free for Veterans. Their return CWA is a huge public event where the halls are lined to give these Veterans a hearty welcome home. If you can come, please plan to arrive hours in advance, to ensure a parking space. If
