Jelissa Burns
Post-Crescent Media
Appleton, WI, United States
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After 95 years, this Menasha family's generational mechanic business has passed the torch
Third generation owner Pete Coonen sold the family business to new owner Mike Gilson on March 2. → Read More
Breaded vs. battered, Wisconsin locals share what type of fish fry they prefer — and where to find it
Wisconsin is synonymous with fish fries, but what cooking method is most popular in the north and eastern parts of the state? → Read More
Is Kwik Trip a good grocery store alternative? For some items, yes. Here's how prices compare
The gas station/convenience store chain has over 500 locations throughout Wisconsin, making it convenient. But are prices comparable? → Read More
Flexible hours, child care: Some Wisconsin employers raise benefits to attract job seekers
Wisconsin companies like Foth, an engineering company in Green Bay, and Bellin Health include flexible hours in their benefits package for employees. → Read More
Over 700,000 Wisconsin families expect to be impacted by termination of additional FoodShare benefits
The emergency additional funds were supposed to last as long as the federal public health emergency, but in December, Congress voted to end the program. → Read More
Here are experts' predictions on what 2023 holds for inflation, employment and housing in Wisconsin
In 2022, the Consumer Price Index in the Midwest rose 6.8%. What can Wisconsin expect for the new year? → Read More
Boldt to remain headquartered in Appleton as company opens new, sustainable facility
The construction management firm has been headquartered in Appleton since 1990. → Read More
This locally owned coffee brand aims to support domestic abuse survivors with every purchase
Caferoz Coffee donates proceeds from each purchase to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence. → Read More
The busiest weekend for stores is approaching. Here's how Wisconsin retailers big and small are preparing
Companies began seasonal hiring and rolling out Black Friday deals months prior to the holiday. → Read More
Excellerate expanding to Little Chute, adding over 200 jobs
The new facility is expected to be complete in fall 2023, and the company assures many career opportunities to come with it. → Read More
Over 750 scams have been reported in Wisconsin this year; officers offer the warning signs to watch out for
With the holiday season approaching quickly, scammers are bound to increase their activity as people do more online shopping and make hasty purchases. → Read More
Inflation has hit candy and costume prices, but it is still possible to save money this Halloween
Candy costs 13.1% more than last September, while costume and décor prices are up. Here are tips to save money, from visiting local thrift stores to reusing costume pieces. → Read More
Pierce Manufacturing's electric fire truck wins this year's Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin competition
The zero-emissions fire truck, manufactured for the city of Madison, received tens of thousands of votes, making it this years winner. → Read More
In 1926, laws against tipping were repealed. But how do Wisconsinites feel about the practice today?
Americans are familiar with the concept of tipping. But when it comes to service outside restaurants, who to tip and how much to tip is often debated. → Read More
Food relief programs throughout the state are feeling the effects of inflation in their pantries
Wisconsin food relief programs, which rely on donations to help their communities, are being severely impacted as inflation raises food prices. → Read More
This Green Bay Starbucks is joining a nationwide movement to unionize in hopes of better work conditions
The Main Street cafe joins four others in Wisconsin in a nationwide movement to unionize in hopes of better working conditions. → Read More
Wisconsin borrowers can follow these steps to ensure they receive student loan forgiveness
After Biden announced national student loan forgiveness of up to $20,000, borrowers are curious on what the next steps are to ensure they receive it. → Read More
Outagamie County devises regional strategy to address looming shortage of affordable housing
The region needs over 17,000 new housing units by 2023 to keep up with the growing population and demand. → Read More
Greenville-based Air Wisconsin leaves United Airlines for new agreement with American Airlines
The regional carrier, based in Appleton, will begin operating flights for American Airlines no later than March 2023. → Read More
Neenah Foundry Company to lay off 115 employees this fall
The company's notice to the state said the layoffs are due to a divesture of heavy truck parts sales and manufacturing by the company. → Read More