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Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Wisconsin energy company to permanently close facility, 66 employees laid off
SAUKVILLE, Wis. (WFRV) – A Wisconsin company that provides energy solutions, including power generation and energy storage, has announced it will be closing its facility and laying off 66 employees. According to a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) letter submitted to the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD), Discover Energy, LLC, doing business under the name Rehlko (formerly known as Kohler Energy), is permanently closing its Saukville facility located at 300 N. Dekora Woods Blvd. Vehicle fire in Wisconsin controlled by sprinkler system, no one hurt Company officials said the facility is targeted to close by December 31, 2025, with layoffs occurring in three waves. Wave one will occur on or within 14 days of August 8, wave two on or within 14 days of September 5, and wave three on or within 14 days of December 31. The WARN letter states that the 66 employees being laid off are not represented by a union, and bumping rights do not apply. Bumping rights would allow senior employees to take over positions currently held by less senior employees, but this will not be the case in this instance. Terroristic threat charge being referred for Wisconsin 6th grader after email sent to middle school According to the DWD, this marks the third layoff notice in Wisconsin for the month of June. For more information on layoffs in Wisconsin, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Project Search graduates 10
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – 10 young adults celebrated a milestone! The interns graduated from the Project Search Program. Facilitated by the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development, Project Search gives young adults with disabilities hands-on internship opportunities with community businesses. Graduate Jacobn Johnson explains, 'My 1st rotation is Supply Chain Management. I stocked supply rooms in, like, the surgery center, ED, and also GI. And, I worked with my mentor Jonathon to restock everything in GI after it got flooded by a cut water pipe.' Mayo Clinic Talent Solutions Specialist Chelsey Steinbrecher added, 'It has been a proven workforce solution for us, truly. It's a grow-your-own, if you think about it, from start to finish of their program. We're building them up, we're training them, and at the end of the program, they're able to work.' Project Search started in 2008 and has helped over 2000 adults across the state of Wisconsin. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Ascension St. Elizabeth celebrates as ‘Project SEARCH' interns graduate & head into workforce
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) – A group of young adults in Appleton graduated from their internship program on Thursday afternoon as they prepare to enter the workforce. Ascension Northeast Wisconsin's St. Elizabeth Campus was one of the first Project SEARCH sites in the state. The program helps students achieve employment and learn about the workforce with real experience. Local nonprofit celebrates Green Bay high schoolers becoming first-generation college students The students involved in the program have either intellectual or developmental disabilities, and this program helps them transition from school to the real world. Instructors and job coaches work with interns and host businesses for training, as the roughly year-long program works to eliminate employment barriers. Learn more about Project SEARCH through the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development's website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Truvant to close one of its Wisconsin facilities, 74 employees impacted by layoffs
PRAIRIE DU CHIEN, Wis. (WFRV) – A packaging and labeling company in southwestern Wisconsin is preparing to shut down one of its facilities, citing shifting business conditions and resulting in layoffs affecting dozens of workers. According to a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) letter filed with the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development, Truvant North America will permanently close its Prairie du Chien North facility at 800 N. State Street. Green Bay Police release identity of woman pulled from Fox River, foul play not suspected The closure will impact all 74 employees currently working at or reporting to the site. Of those, 44 jobs will be permanently eliminated. The remaining 30 employees have accepted offers to transfer to other Truvant facilities located within reasonable commuting distance. Truvant says layoffs are expected to begin on or around July 15, 2025, with the full closure scheduled for that same day. The company says it is providing employees with at least 60 days' notice. Trio arrested in Fond du Lac County after nearly 18-mile pursuit, drove on airport's taxiway The affected employees are not part of a union, and bumping rights, which would allow more senior employees to displace junior ones, will not apply in this case. For more information, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
MCTS launches bus mechanic, operator apprenticeship programs
The Brief MCTS launched apprenticeship programs for bus mechanics and operators. It's a first-of-its-kind workforce initiative in the state, according to MCTS. Further, MCTS said it offers a way to address transit employee shortages. MILWAUKEE - The Milwaukee County Transit System on Tuesday launched Wisconsin's first registered apprenticeship programs for bus mechanics and operators. The backstory In partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development, MCTS said it's a first-of-its-kind workforce initiative in the state. FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android MCTS said the programs reinforce Milwaukee County's commitment to "workforce innovation, job training, and long-term career pathways." Further, MCTS said it offers a way to address transit employee shortages. "On the 50th anniversary of MCTS, we are proud to advance Milwaukee County's public transit system and to help ensure its success over the next 50 years," said Donna Brown Martin, Milwaukee County Department of Transportation director. The program will help address a statewide shortage of bus mechanics while improving retention of new bus operators, according to officials. Big picture view The apprenticeship announcement comes less than a week after MCTS announced it was opening applications for its Summer Transit Teen Advocate program. According to MCTS, the program will bring together approximately 20 teens to tour transit facilities, learn from industry professionals, attend local field trips, and collaborate on a group project that promotes public transit among their peers. SIGN UP TODAY: Get daily headlines, breaking news emails from FOX6 News Teen advocates will receive: A $25 meeting stipend for participation A free WisGo card for unlimited rides throughout the summer Access to mentorship and networking opportunities Applications are open now through Friday, May 23. Interested teens can apply online. The Source Information in this report is from the Milwaukee County Transit System.
