Wisconsin spring election, Governor Tony Evers

Governor’s budget proposal includes small business support, workforce development, venture capital

by Paul Holley February 15th, 2021February 15th, 2021

MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced his 2021-23 biennial budget would target more than $200 million in assisting small businesses. Further, investing more than $29 million in workforce development initiatives and a new $100 million venture capital program. “Over the past year, our small businesses have seen the effects of this pandemic firsthand. I am […]

Breaking, Business

Former Promotions Unlimited Employees See Pay Taken After Business Closure

by Denise Lockwood February 2nd, 2017February 3rd, 2017

After Promotions Unlimited abruptly closed its doors on Friday, the president of the company Lorraine Greenberg notified its employees via a letter sent Wednesday that the closure is permanent and its paycheck vendor is reversing the employees’ direct deposits. Mount Pleasant-based Roosevelt Capital LLC owns Promotions Unlimited, which supplies retail stores with dollar store items and […]

Community, Schools

Telecommunications Boot Camp Applications Available Now

by Racine County Eye Staff November 14th, 2014

Looking for a new gig or a new direction? Racine County Workforce Development and Gateway Technical College are now accepting applications for a Telecommunications Installer Boot Camp program. The camp begins March 9, 2015 and will last 12 weeks. Interested applicants should be: At least 18 years old and a Racine County Resident Able to […]

Community

CNC Bootcamp Applications Available For January Start

by Racine County Eye Staff October 14th, 2014

Looking for a new direction? CNC bootcamp might be the right way to go, and applications are now available for the program beginning in January. “Boot Camps have successfully provided qualified candidates who have the skills our local manufacturers are searching for. These Boot Camp graduates have over a 90% placement rate,” County Executive Jim […]

Business, Community

Innovative Entrepreneur Award Nominations Open

by Racine County Eye Staff August 28th, 2014

Do you know an innovative entrepreneur or team who started a business in Racine County in the last three years? Racine County Workforce Development is accepting nominations for the 10th anniversary of the Apollo Award; a $2,000 cash award to help the chosen business with marketing, product development or research and development. The award was […]

Business, Community

High School CNC Boot Camp Starts This Summer

by Racine County Eye Staff March 5th, 2014May 1st, 2014

High school students who will be seniors this fall are encouraged to pursue careers in CNC (computer numerical control) can by getting a head start this summer. Applications must be received by June 6, 2014. The Racine Workforce Development Center is accepting applications from students going into their senior year – and who are also […]

Community, Events

Healthcare Forum for Job Seekers

by Racine County Eye Staff February 24th, 2014February 27th, 2014

Job seekers interested in exploring opportunities in the healthcare industry are invited to a Healthcare Employer Panel Discussion from 9 – 11 a.m. in Classrooms C & D on March 12 at the Racine County Workforce Development Center, 1717 Taylor Avenue. Representatives from Wheaton Franciscan, Lakeview Specialty Hospital & Rehab and Dental Associates will participate in the event. Here’s the […]