WPS Health Solutions partners with Milwaukee Brewers™ to offer the Senior Stroll and Senior Ticket Discount

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:
DeAnne Boegli
Vice President of Communications
608-512-5754
deanne.boegli@wpsic.com

WPS partners with Milwaukee Brewers™ to offer the Senior Stroll and Senior Ticket Discount

MADISON, Wis.—March 10, 2023— The Senior Stroll and Senior Ticket Discount, both Milwaukee Brewers™ promotions presented by WPS Health Insurance®, are returning to American Family Field for select weekday afternoon games during the 2023 regular season.

Fans 60 and older can purchase tickets for 50% off, presented by WPS Health Insurance. They are then invited to stick around after the game to stroll along the outfield warning track. Stroll participants can enter to win a Brewers™ jersey or autographed baseball.

The Senior Stroll dates coincide with the team’s Senior Ticket Discount. To save 50% on tickets for these games, visit brewers.com/wps.

The discounts and Senior Strolls are scheduled for the following games:

• April 5 vs. NYM
• April 26 vs. DET
• May 10 vs. LAD
• May 24 vs. HOU
• June 8 vs. BAL
• June 21 vs. ARI
• July 3 vs. CHC (no Senior Stroll)
• July 4 vs. CHC (no Senior Stroll)
• July 26 vs. CIN
• Aug. 9 vs. COL
• Aug. 23 vs. MIN
• Sept. 14 vs. MIA

The postgame Senior Stroll line begins behind section 111, along the first-base side of the stadium on the Field Level.

“WPS Health Insurance began presenting the Senior Stroll and Senior Ticket Discount in 2019. We are eager to offer our seniors this unique and enjoyable benefit,” said Megan Willauer, Manager of Corporate Affairs at WPS. “It’s an experience of a lifetime for some of these individuals, and WPS is proud to partner with the Brewers to provide this opportunity.”

When fans complete their stroll, WPS employees will be on hand to thank them for their participation and offer them the chance to enter a drawing to win a Brewers™ jersey or a baseball signed by a Brewers™ player.

About WPS Health Insurance^®

As one of the largest health benefits providers in the state, Wisconsin Physicians Service Insurance Corporation (WPS Health Insurance) offers a variety of services and coverage with Preferred Provider Organization health plans for individuals and groups, third-party administrator services, and Medicare supplement insurance plans. Headquartered in Madison, Wis., and with employees throughout the state, WPS Health Insurance is deeply committed to Wisconsin and its residents. Visit wpshealth.com for more information.

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Dane Buy Local announces Madison’s first Shop Local Tour

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 3, 2023

Available for interviews
Colin Murray, Executive Director of Dane Buy Local
2801 International Lane, Suite 110
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 712-3440
colin@danebuylocal.com
www.danebuylocal.com

Madison, WI – Dane Buy Local, a nonprofit organization promoting local business, announces Madison’s first Shop Local Tour. The 2023 Tour will visit ten different Madison community destinations, each occurring throughout the year.

The Tour promotes the positive impact of shopping locally and showcases a diverse range of local businesses. The Wednesday, March 22^nd Tour provides participants an opportunity to explore six wonderful food destinations: Bandit Tacos & Coffee, The Deliciouser, FEED Kitchen, Orange Tree Imports, Migrants, and Bandung.

The $49 ticket price includes transportation, samples at each location, a swag bag of goodies, and ends with drink and pizza at Delta Beer Lab. The 4:00‒8:00 p.m. Tour is expected to sell out, so sign up early with friends and family!

The Shop Local Tour is made possible through presenting sponsor Madison Top Company, plus the support of Kavanaugh Restaurant Supply and Bank of Sun Prairie.

For tickets and more information on this and other Tours, visit danebuylocal.com or call (608) 729-7346.

Dane Buy Local is affiliated with the American Independent Business Alliance (AMIBA) and is part of a national movement of communities rallying to support their independent businesses and ensuring the opportunity to operate an independent business endures. Dane Buy Local creates a sustainable, vital local economy through education, collaboration, and promotion, as a non-profit member organization.

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Sustain Dane: Middleton Building Energy Efficiency Upgrade Funding Funding Now Open for Applications

PRESS RELEASE | March 3, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Valora Gutierrez | Navigator & Outreach Specialist
lorenza@sustaindane.org | (608) 285-2454

MIDDLETON BUILDING ENERGY EFFICIENCY UPGRADE FUNDING NOW OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS
Sustain Dane is now accepting applications for the Efficiency Navigator program to help affordable rental housing in Middleton become more energy efficient and resilient, while reducing operating costs and utility bills for residents.

Dane County, WI – Working closely with the City of Middleton, the Efficiency Navigator program helps small apartment housing become more energy efficient, while reducing operating costs for owners and utility bills for residents.

Selected buildings are eligible to receive funding for energy efficiency upgrades such as improved heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems, improved insulation, air sealing, water softener optimization, tune-ups or replacement, and recommendations to improve home health (e.g. asthma triggers).

“Reducing monthly expenses for utility costs can help keep rental units affordable and reduce the expense for residents” said Sustain Dane Executive Director Claire Oleksiak. “Plus, energy efficiency upgrades can lead to more comfortable and healthy homes to live in.”

Eligibility

• 2-8 units, renter-occupied
• Unsubsidized (buildings with Section 8 voucher holders are eligible for the program)
• Address in Middleton
• Tenants pay for gas and electric utilities
• Properties are current on property tax payments
• Property owner commits to maintaining affordable rent at HUD Fair Market Rent Value for at least 5 years post-implementation

We strongly encourage applications for buildings where utility bills are a challenge for residents, and for those that house children, seniors, or otherwise vulnerable populations.

Program Highlights

• Grant funding for recommended energy improvements
• Team member walks you through each step to completion
• Contractor selection and scheduling
• Sustain Dane pays contractors directly for eligible measures
• Reduce tenant turnover with lower energy bills and more comfortable units

A past participating owner attests “We are so appreciative and impressed with the quality and speed of the work. When we went into the units, we could tell how much warmer it was and how much tighter the airflow felt in there. It sounds like the tenants also had a great experience, so we are super grateful for that as well.”

Apply – Learn more, recommend your building as a resident, or apply as a property owner at www.SustainDane.org. Rolling application review starts March 1, 2023. Apply now.

About Sustain Dane Is a local non-profit with the vision for a thriving and inclusive community with a sustainable environment and economy we are proud to pass on to future generations. For over 20 years, Sustain Dane has worked to inspire, connect, and support people to accelerate equity and sustainable actions for community wellbeing.

Partners – This opportunity is made possible in partnership with the City of Middleton, Elevate, the Middleton Senior Center and the Middleton Outreach Ministry. Additional funding from our public health partners, Healthy Babies Bright Futures and the Mayor’s Innovation Project.

ABOUT SUSTAIN DANE:
Sustain Dane’s vision is a thriving and connected community with a sustainable environment and economy we are proud to pass on to future generations. Our mission is to inspire, connect, and support people to accelerate sustainable actions for community wellbeing.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:
www.sustaindane.org
hello@sustaindane.org
(608) 285 – 2454
P.O. Box 144, Madison, WI 53701

WRTP | BIG STEP, In Partnership With Operation Fresh Start Host Women in the Trades Career Fair

To celebrate Women in Construction Week and International Women’s Day, WRTP | BIG STEP of South Central Wisconsin and in partnership with Operation Fresh Start will be hosting Women in the Trades Career Fair on Tuesday, March 07, 2023 from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The event will take place at Operation Fresh Start, 2670 Milwaukee St, Madison, WI 53704. Our goal for this event is to introduce women to the numerous career pathways within the construction and manufacturing industries. The event is sponsored by Alliant Energy and Vogel Bros. Building Co.

Read the full press release here

Dane Buy Local Celebrates Pi Day with Pie Presented by Murphy Desmond, S.C.

Available for interviews
Colin Murray, Executive Director of Dane Buy Local
2801 International Lane, Suite 110
Madison, WI 53704
(608) 712-3440
colin@danebuylocal.com
www.danebuylocal.com

Dane Buy Local Celebrates Pi Day with Pie Presented by Murphy Desmond, S.C.

Join Dane Buy Local in celebrating Pi Daywith tasty pie made by Beef Butter BBQ, DelicateEssence, FEED Bakery, Madame Chu, Sweeternative Baking, Green Owl Cafe, Madison Chocolate Company, Migrants, Short Stack Eatery, Second Breakfast Bakery, Cambridge Market Cafe, and Dolce Desserts By Dominique. Vegan and gluten-free options will be included.

Pie may be ordered March 2–9 at danebuylocal.com, then picked up on March 14 at Monona United Methodist Church, 606 Nichols Road, Monona, or select delivery when you place your order.

And not only can you enjoy some delicious pie yourself, you can share it with others by donating pie to The River Food Pantry when you place your order.

We hope you’ll join us in celebrating Pi with pie!

Dane Buy Local is affiliated with the Local Business Institute (LBI) and is part of a growing national movement of communities rallying to support their independent businesses and ensuring the opportunity to operate an independent business endures. Dane Buy Local creates a sustainable, vital local economy through collaboration, education, and promotion, as a non-profit member organization.

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