FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 10, 2026 CONTACT: Sue Smith, Director/Health Officer 715-421-8928 / sue.smith@woodcountywi.gov Wood County Health Department High Standards Lead to Nationally Reaccredited (Wood County, WI) — The national Public Health Accreditation Board has recognized Wood County Health Department for earning reaccreditation. The department's achievement demonstrates its dedication to improving quality, accountability, and service for the communities it serves. Accreditation helps health
Dear Central Wisconsin Days Participants,Following our February meetings at the State Capitol, several topics discussed during Central Wisconsin Days are now reflected in legislation that has been signed into law. These tools will help communities address housing shortages, support redevelopment, and strengthen environmental protection efforts across our region. Your participation helped provide policymakers with direct perspectives about the real challenges and opportunities facing Central Wisconsin
Paper City Savings Bank has announced the appointment of Jeff Whitrock as President/CEO. This leadership transition reflects the bank’s continued growth and commitment to the staff and community the bank serves. Born and raised in Wisconsin Rapids, Jeff has over 33 years of banking experience, 23 years of executive leadership in the banking industry. Jeff is passionate about staff development, customer service, and community involvement. He has served non-profit organizations and boards as well as
We are thrilled to share some exciting news with you all! Effective Monday, April 6, 2026, Korbi Feltz will be stepping into the role of Residential Mortgage Department Manager here at PCSB. Since joining PCSB in June of 2017, Korbi has worked as a Mortgage Lending Specialist, bringing her years of experience to support loan growth while building strong relationships with her customers and fellow employees at the bank. Her operational excellence and collaborative leadership style focused on team development
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
The Big Picture Every small business in Central Wisconsin faces a common truth — risk isn’t optional, but good preparation is. From contracts to insurance, proactive legal planning is not about paranoia; it’s about stability and credibility.TL;DR Use clear written contracts to define expectations and reduce disputes. Maintain the right insurance coverage — liability, property, cyber, and more. Create employee and operations policies that prevent legal missteps. Understand tools like hold
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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