Wisconsin
These 5 Wisconsin companies laid off workers in June. Overall, state’s job picture seems solid.
The number of workers in Wisconsin who lost their jobs in June decreased slightly from the previous month.
In June, 429 people found themselves out of a job, while in May nearly 800 workers at nine nine companies were laid off, reports filed with the state show.
Despite what was going on with those companies, the economy in Wisconsin is doing well with unemployment at 2.9% in May, below the national average of 4%, according to the state Department of Workforce Development. There were 3,048,000 people working in the state, 6,500 more than a year ago.
“Wisconsin’s economy continues to gain momentum, setting new records in state employment and private jobs,” DWD Secretary Amy Pechacek said in a statement.
“These numbers validate what we know is true: Wisconsin residents are eager to work, employers are eager to employ them, and DWD endeavors to support sustainable employment opportunities for all.”
In the Milwaukee metro area, the economy showed modest improvement in 10 of 23 indicators monitored by Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce.
“The aggregate number of improved indicators in the metro area increased for the first time in six months, perhaps an early sign that the local economic trend may have turned the corner,” Bret Mayborne, MMAC vice president of economic research, said in a statement. “It’s too early to say anything conclusive but the improvement in the aggregate total as well as a slower decline in overall nonfarm job levels represent positive signs.”
Here are the companies that laid off workers in June:
Charter Communications
On Friday, Charter Communications announced it was closing its regional support center in Fond du Lac which means laying off 122 people. Layoffs are expected to begin August 27.
Sun Nuclear Corp.
On June 25, the Sun Nuclear Corp., a Mirion Medical company, informed the DWD that it was closing its facility in Middleton and laying off 39 workers starting August 30. Sun Nuclear Corp. worked on cancer treatments.
Strauss Bands and Logistics
On June 4, Strauss Brands and Logistics, a natural meat packaging company in Franklin, informed the state and workers that it was going to end production at its facility in Franklin and layoff 70 people. The layoffs are set to begin on August 5.
The company moved its grass-fed beef product line to Ruprecht, an Illinois-based division of Kilcoy Global Foods.
More: Four years after attempting to expand, Strauss Brands is now closing its Franklin facility
Goodwill Manufacturing, Inc.
On June 4, Goodwill announced it plans to close laundry and linen services facility in Milwaukee, laying off 136 employees. The layoffs are scheduled to begin on August 3.
In 1974 Goodwill began offering commercial laundry services to the Naval Station Great Lakes in northern Illinois and expanded it to include hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes throughout northern Illinois and southeastern Wisconsin.
More: Goodwill laying off 136 workers, closing Milwaukee laundry and linen services facility
Bon Appetit Management Company
Lawrence University in Appleton let its contract with Bon Appetit Management Company end on June 30 and as a result 60 employees will be laid off on August 3. However, according to the letter the company sent to DWD, a new food service company does plan to offer jobs to many of those impacted workers.
WPR is deeply saddened by the death of Jon Miskowski, PBS Wisconsin’s Emeritus Director of Television, who retired May 1. Jon died Saturday, May 9, at home surrounded by his family following a long battle with cancer. Read Jon’s obituary online here.
Starting as a volunteer for public television more than 40 years ago, Jon’s career was marked by his dedication and passion for public media to improve the lives of all of the people of Wisconsin.
Read more about Jon and his career in public media at pbswisconsin.org.
PBS Wisconsin has invited anyone with memories of Jon to share them via email at comments@pbswisconsin.org. PBS Wisconsin will share memories across digital and broadcast channels as we carry on his legacy of providing essential public media services to this state that he loved.
Jon’s family requests that anyone wishing to make a memorial gift in Jon’s memory consider supporting the work to which he dedicated his professional life. Gifts in Jon’s memory can be made online here.
WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) – The Wausau West girls’ soccer team put on a defensive clinic on Tuesday, beating Wisconsin Rapids 1-0 to add another conference win.
The Warriors snagged the game’s only goal in the first half, thanks to Maddy Weller.
From there, the Warriors managaed to control posession and keep the Red Raiders out of the net.
The win moves West to 4-0-1 in the Valley, With SPASH’s draw against Everest on Tuesday, the two teams are now tied for first in conference. Rapids is now 1-3-2 in the Valley
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The University of Wisconsin has officially turned the page, formally launching a national search for its next Director of Athletics.
In a move that signals a coordinated transition of power, the search is being led by incoming Interim Chancellor Eric Wilcots. Outgoing Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin, whose tenure concludes on May 16, requested Wilcots take the lead to ensure the new AD and the university’s leadership are perfectly aligned from day one.
“Wisconsin Athletics plays a vital role in the life of our campus and our community; its success matters,” says Wilcots. “The director of athletics will lead us into a new era of Wisconsin Athletics during a transformational time in college athletics.”
The Committee
To find the right fit, Wilcots has assembled a nine-member advisory committee that reads like a “Who’s Who” of Wisconsin sports history and professional excellence. The committee is chaired by Lauren Bishop, a former Duke rower and current UW associate professor who serves as a Faculty Athletics Representative to the Big Ten.
The press release revealed the committee members, which features several names that should be familiar to the Wisconsin fanbase:
- Chris Ballard: Current Indianapolis Colts General Manager and former Badger football player (Class of ’93).
- Rob Cramer: UW–Madison’s Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration and a 1992 alumnus.
- Meghan Duggan: Director of Player Development for the New Jersey Devils and legendary former Badger women’s hockey star (Class of ’11).
- Michael Finley: Dallas Mavericks executive and iconic Badger men’s basketball alumnus (Class of ’14).
- Elzie Higginbottom: President of East Lake Management, 1965 track and field alumnus, and member of the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association Board.
- Marija Pientka: Wisconsin’s Senior Associate Athletic Director for Sports Administration and former Badger tennis player (Class of ’95).
- Michael Shannon: Co-Founder of KSL Capital Partners, 1980 alumnus, and member of the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association Board.
- William Smith: Current men’s soccer student-athlete and President of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC).
“I’m grateful and humbled to be a part of such an important search at the university, one that will shape the future of Wisconsin Athletics,” Bishop stated. “It is vitally important we hear from a variety of voices on the qualities we should be seeking in a new director.”
Lauren Bishop
What’s at Stake?
The next AD won’t just be overseeing wins and losses. The university made it clear that the new hire must have a “strong emphasis on student-athlete health, wellbeing, academic success, finance and facilities, and fundraising.”
In the age of revenue sharing and multi-million dollar NIL collectives, the Badgers are looking for a visionary who can keep Wisconsin competitive at the highest level without losing the “Wisconsin Way” culture.
The Timeline
CSA Search and Consulting is assisting the search, and the university expects the new Director of Athletics to be in their seat and ready to work by this summer. With a top-20 football recruiting class currently in the works and a basketball program navigating a busy off-season, the timing couldn’t be more critical.
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