Child Care Capacity Building Grants
Through funding provided by the Wood County American Rescue Plan Act through the Wood County Health Department, grants are available to support new and existing family child care providers in increasing the number of regulated child care slots available to families.Funding opportunities include:Up to $10,000 for new family child care start-upsUp to $5,000 for certified providers seeking to become licensedUp to $2,500 for licensed providers expanding to 12 slots The application deadline is October 30,
Mid-State’s Dr. Mandy Lang named a Top Woman Leader in Education for 2026
Dr. Mandy Lang, vice president of student success, strategic marketing and government relations at Mid-State Technical College, has been named one of the Top Women Leaders in Education of 2026 by Women We Admire. The national recognition celebrates women whose leadership helps learners navigate educational systems, overcome barriers and move forward at every stage of learning. Honorees represent colleges, universities, education-focused companies and community organizations across the
Your Wisconsin Rapids Salon Is Profitable — But Is It Financially Healthy?
Effective financial management for beauty salons means doing more than filling the appointment calendar — it means controlling expenses, diversifying revenue, and planning for the months when business slows. According to 2025 industry research, the U.S. beauty salon industry reached $48.0 billion in revenue across 121,144 companies, with average sales of $0.3 million per location. For salon owners in Wisconsin Rapids, the gap between strong revenue and genuine financial stability is where most of the real
