Mid-State student wins national gold medal in CNC Programming
Mid-State Technical College is celebrating a national championship after Precision Machining Technician student Austin Young earned a gold medal in CNC Programming at the 2026 SkillsUSA® National Leadership & Skills Conference, the nation’s premier showcase of career and technical education students, held June 1-5 in Atlanta, Ga. Competing against the country's best technical college students, Young demonstrated exceptional expertise in CNC programming, blueprint interpretation, manufacturing processes and
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,
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
