Wisconsin Rapids’ Family Center received $4,290 this holiday season through Prevail Bank’s Holiday Matching Funds campaign to assist those families and individuals affected by domestic violence and abuse. Monetary donations were accepted by the public (November 12 - December 6) and then doubled by Prevail Bank, up to $1,000. Prevail Bank’s contribution to the grand total was $1,000. Prevail Bank Branch Manager, Taylor Doescher (far left), along with seven other Prevail Bank professionals presented the
Mid-State Technical College’s fall 2024 graduates were recognized during the College’s biannual commencement ceremony on the Wisconsin Rapids Campus, Saturday, Dec. 14. Out of a class of 417 graduates across the College's four campuses, 130 crossed the stage to receive their diploma. “As you prepare to begin this next chapter, my hope for you is simple,” said Mid-State President Dr. Shelly Mondeik in her address to the graduating class. “Use the knowledge and skills that you’ve gained, the friendships
The Corporate Transparency Act may require certain U.S. companies to disclose beneficial ownership information to FinCEN to combat financial crimes. While a Texas federal district court’s preliminary injunction puts this requirement on hold, many experts expect that to be overturned. In that event, failure to file could lead to fines of $500 per day, up to a maximum of $10,000, and possible criminal penalties. However, filing your Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report will help you avoid fines
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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
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
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
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