Mid-State Technical College to host Tactical Strength & Readiness Symposium for public safety professionals
Mid-State Technical College’s Workforce & Economic Development division is proud to host the Tactical Strength & Readiness Symposium, a two-day event designed to equip public safety professionals with the tools they need to perform at their best—physically, mentally and under pressure. Taking place July 21–22 at Mid-State’s Wisconsin Rapids Campus, the symposium will bring together expert speakers and practitioners for keynote presentations and interactive breakout sessions focused on resilience,
Alexander Field awarded $2.7 million grant for terminal modernization and renovation
WISCONSIN RAPIDS – Alexander Field-South Wood County Airport announces it has been awarded a $2.7 million Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) grant to support a comprehensive terminal modernization and renovation project designed to enhance user experience, improve community engagement, and strengthen the airport’s long-term infrastructure. The project is expected to include: • Modernized terminal interiors and passenger/crew areas • Accessibility and ADA-compliant upgrades • Improved energy efficiency and
Prevail Bank Supports Buckley Baldwin VFW – Post 2534 with $2,000 Donation
The Buckley Baldwin VFW – Post 2534 received $2,000 from Prevail Bank in support of its operations and building maintenance. The contribution was one of 25 awarded through Prevail Bank’s Charitable Contributions Committee. This spring, the Committee donated a total of $109,945 to nonprofits that serve low-to-moderate income households, support local economic growth, provide financial education, or enhance the quality of life for underserved populations across the communities Prevail Bank
Prevail Bank Supports United Way of South Wood & Adams County with $5,000 Donation
(Wisconsin Rapids) United Way of South Wood & Adams County received $5,000 from Prevail Bank to help those individuals and families in Wood and Adam Counties who are experiencing food insecurities. The contribution was one of 25 awarded through Prevail Bank’s Charitable Contributions Committee. This spring, the Committee donated a total of $109,945 to nonprofits that serve low-to-moderate income households, support local economic growth, provide financial education, or enhance the quality of life
Technical college presidents respond to governor’s budget surplus proposal
College leaders clarify proposal shifts funding rather than creating new long-term investment in workforce education All 16 presidents of the Wisconsin Technical College System (Northeast Wisconsin Technical College, Fox Valley Technical College, Moraine Park Technical College, Mid-State Technical College, Northcentral Technical College, Gateway Technical College, Blackhawk Technical College, Southwest Wisconsin Technical College, Nicolet Technical College, Milwaukee Area Technical College, Chippewa
News Release: 5/11/2026
Heike O'Day just successfully completed a week of training with the Texas School for Professional Photography in Addison, TX. Her instructor, Carl Caylor of Iron Mountain, MI taught four full days of seeing and using naturally available light, using additional lighting sources, choosing locations and backgrounds and camera settings appropriate to the model's outfits and the clients' requests and your own ideas for the final portrait. Though around 800 photographers of all skill levels and from all over the
