Posts tagged Wisconsin
FRI AM News: WisBusiness: the Podcast with Paul Raasch, Zilli Hospitality; Abbott acquiring Exact Sciences for $21 billion

Vantage Data Centers, which is developing the $15 billion Port Washington data center project, has pledged $3 million to an environmental project in the area. The Denver-based data center operations company yesterday announced the donation to the  Valley Creek Corridor Revitalization Project in Port Washington, an effort of the local government and the Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership.” – WIS Business

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Press Release: Vantage Data Centers Pledges $3M to Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership to Restore Valley Creek Corridor and Advance Water Positivity in Wisconsin

“DENVER (Nov. 20, 2025) – Vantage Data Centers, a leading global provider of hyperscale data center campuses, today announced a $3 million funding commitment to support the watershed-scale Valley Creek Corridor Revitalization Project, a transformative environmental initiative in Port Washington, Wisconsin, managed by the Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership (LNRP) and the City of Port Washington. With this investment, Vantage demonstrates its dedication to pursuing water positivity for the recently announced Lighthouse campus, a goal centered on replenishing more water to freshwater sources than the company uses.” – Vantage Data Centers

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Retired Rambler: a legendary evening supporting Wisconsin’s Niagara Escarpment

“You can have dinner with some living “legends”, with emphasis on the ledge part of that word, because it benefits the Wisconsin Ledge region. In this segment, our Retired Rambler explains what you can expect from attending the Living Ledge-nds: Driving our Missions Forward dinner, but also what else the event will offer, including games, raffles, and a special guest speaker, NFL Legend Harry Sydney. He also explains what the educational impact has been from showcasing the Niagara Escarpment since January 2021.” – WFRV

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Partner Update — Friends of North Point: Winter Speaker Series

The Friends of North Point (FONP) concluded their winter speaker series, featuring three speakers in 2023 focusing on native plants and plant management. The first speaker, Jason Granberg from the Wisconsin DNR, discussed the identification and control of invasive species, emphasizing the importance of early detection. Dr. Warren Porter from UW-Madison addressed the effects of pesticide use on human reproductive health and development, highlighting the potential risks associated with common pesticides. The final speaker, Randy Powers from Prairie Future Seed Company, discussed sustainable practices for creating native landscapes on properties, showcasing the benefits of native plant gardens.

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"From the Ledge to the Lakeshore with LNRP" (2023) WFRV Local 5

“(WFRV) – For 20 years, they’ve been working to improve and protect the land and water surrounding Lake Michigan.

Retired Rambler Steve DeBaker visits Local 5 Live along with Tom Mlada, Executive Director for the Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership with more on the important work happening in this unique section of Wisconsin.

Wiledge.org is the place to learn more about Wisconsin Ledge and connect with the Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership at lnrp.org.”

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Wisconsin Tree Champions Lauded For Outstanding Community Service

“The Wisconsin Urban Forestry Council has announced awards honoring those dedicated to protecting, preserving and increasing the number of trees that line city streets, fill community parks and beautify neighborhoods throughout Wisconsin. The Wisconsin Urban Forestry Council advises the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Division of Forestry on the management of urban and community forest resources.” – Wisconsin DNR

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