Economy of Wisconsin

Wisconsin Dairy is 'Leap' Worthy

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Thursday, June 17, 2021
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"Food, and transparency about where it comes from, are very important to consumers and we are thrilled to work with LeRoy to share his love of Wisconsin Cheese and his dairy knowledge from visiting Wisconsin dairy farms," said Suzanne Fanning, senior vice president of Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin and chief marketing officerfor Wisconsin Cheese.

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  • "Food, and transparency about where it comes from, are very important to consumers and we are thrilled to work with LeRoy to share his love of Wisconsin Cheese and his dairy knowledge from visiting Wisconsin dairy farms," said Suzanne Fanning, senior vice president of Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin and chief marketing officerfor Wisconsin Cheese.
  • "LeRoy is an outstanding partner to highlight our dedicated dairy farmers and Wisconsin's $46.5 billion dairy industry."
  • DFW took Butler to visit with two Wisconsin dairy farm families, the Loehrs of Forest Ridge Holsteins in Eden and the Bonlenders of Clover Hill Dairy in Campbellsport.
  • About Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin:Funded by Wisconsin dairy farmers, Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin is a non-profit organization that focuses on marketing and promoting Wisconsin's world-class dairy products.

MGE Energy Issues March 2021 'Interim Report'

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Monday, March 15, 2021
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MGE Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: MGEE) highlights the company's plan to retire the Columbia Energy Center in its latest investor newsletter, "Interim Report," which also includes the following topics:

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  • MGE Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: MGEE) highlights the company's plan to retire the Columbia Energy Center in its latest investor newsletter, "Interim Report," which also includes the following topics:
    - MGE plans more solar, new battery storage
    The newsletter is available on MGE Energy's website at: https://www.mgeenergy.com/interimreport
    Interim Report is published quarterly to provide investors with information about MGE Energy and its primary subsidiary, Madison Gas and Electric.
  • MGE Energy is an investor-owned public utility holding company headquartered in the state capital of Madison, Wis.
  • It is the parent company of Madison Gas and Electric, which generates and distributes electricity in Dane County, Wis., and purchases and distributes natural gas in seven south-central and western Wisconsin counties.
  • MGE Energy's assets total approximately $2.3 billion, and its 2020 revenues were approximately $539 million.

MGE Energy Reports Fourth-Quarter Earnings

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Wednesday, February 24, 2021
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MGE Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: MGEE) today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2020.

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  • MGE Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: MGEE) today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2020.
  • The Two Creeks and Badger Hollow solar projects will provide Madison Gas and Electric (MGE) electric customers with renewable energy, advancing the companys commitment to achieving net-zero carbon electricity for all customers by 2050.
  • In early February, MGE announced a plan to retire the coal-fired Columbia Energy Center near Portage, Wis. MGE is a minority owner of the plant, which is co-owned by Alliant Energy and Wisconsin Public Service (WPS), a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group.
  • COVID-19 and associated governmental regulations led to a reduction of retail sales and negatively impacted electric earnings in 2020.

Wisconsin Launches Virtual Farm Tour for Kids

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Tuesday, February 9, 2021
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The two groups joined forces to create and launch a virtual farm tour of Scientific Holsteins in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, hosted by Julia Nunes, Wisconsin's 73rd Alice in Dairyland.

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  • The two groups joined forces to create and launch a virtual farm tour of Scientific Holsteins in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, hosted by Julia Nunes, Wisconsin's 73rd Alice in Dairyland.
  • "It's important to help kids understand why Wisconsin is America's Dairyland and that dairy is good for their bodies, our community and the environment.
  • This virtual farm tour is an excellent tool for the fourth-grade curriculum, and we're thrilled to offer it as another learning opportunity from home," said Suzanne Fanning, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer at Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin.
  • AboutDairy Farmers of Wisconsin: Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin exists to be a tireless advocate, marketer,and promoter for Wisconsin dairy farmers and to drive demand for Wisconsin's dairy products.

Marine Credit Union's Get Credit Program Advancing Lives for Members

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Wednesday, January 27, 2021
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Marine Credit Union has been helping people do just that with a new program starting two years ago.

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  • Marine Credit Union has been helping people do just that with a new program starting two years ago.
  • In 2019 Marine Credit Union launched an exclusively digital Get Credit program which provides a safe and simple way for members to build credit and save money without the hassle of a down payment, unnecessary fees or additional debt.
  • Marine Credit Union is built upon the strong belief that members are more than a credit score, and we are committed to providing financial services to all members of the communityincluding those with past financial challenges.
  • Marine Credit Union is a full-service financial institution serving members with office locations in Wisconsin, Minnesota and Iowa.

MGE Energy Issues December 2020 'Interim Report'

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Tuesday, December 15, 2020
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MGE Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: MGEE) highlights the University of Wisconsin-Madison's analysis of Madison Gas and Electric's net-zero carbon electricity goal in its latest investor newsletter, "Interim Report," which also includes the following topics:

Key Points: 
  • MGE Energy, Inc. (Nasdaq: MGEE) highlights the University of Wisconsin-Madison's analysis of Madison Gas and Electric's net-zero carbon electricity goal in its latest investor newsletter, "Interim Report," which also includes the following topics:
    The newsletter is available on MGE Energy's website at: https://www.mgeenergy.com/interimreport
    Interim Report is published quarterly to provide investors with information about MGE Energy and its primary subsidiary, Madison Gas and Electric.
  • MGE Energy is an investor-owned public utility holding company headquartered in the state capital of Madison, Wis.
  • It is the parent company of Madison Gas and Electric, which generates and distributes electricity in Dane County, Wis., and purchases and distributes natural gas in seven south-central and western Wisconsin counties.
  • MGE Energy's assets total approximately $2 billion, and its 2019 revenues were approximately $569 million.

Marine Credit Union Foundation Supports Organizations with Targeted Impact Funds Across Service Area

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Thursday, November 12, 2020
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LA CROSSE, Wis., Nov. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Granted by the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago (FHLBank Chicago) and matched by Marine Credit Union, the Marine Credit Union Foundation is giving $35,000 to organizations in the communities where Marine serves its members.

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  • LA CROSSE, Wis., Nov. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Granted by the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago (FHLBank Chicago) and matched by Marine Credit Union, the Marine Credit Union Foundation is giving $35,000 to organizations in the communities where Marine serves its members.
  • The Targeted Impact Fund opened on Monday, August 17, with funding available through Tuesday, November 10.
  • Recipients of these Targeted Impact Funds will be nominated by Marine employees and will include organizations such as:
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  • "The Targeted Impact Funds guidelines will help direct support to the organizations who need it most."