Preventing and Identifying Fraud in Wisconsin Works

For a time, W2 was a remarkable success. But over the years, fraud and dishonesty crept into the system. Senate Bill 426 placed a renewed emphasis on identifying and preventing fraud.

Friday is Deadline for State's No-Call List

Is it time to renew or get added for the first time to avoid telemarketing calls? Sign up on state's website before the weekend deadline. You can enter your home AND mobile phone numbers.

Opinions of Bugline Paving Opponents, Proponents Remain Fixed

Wednesday's informational meeting proved that some differences in opinion regarding the Bugline Trail paving project may be irreconcilable.

Local Political Humorist Causes a Stir...Again

One of the minds behind the Kurt Heins campaign for county clerk, Reuben Glaser, has once again managed to ruffle some political feathers with a 'little' Photoshop trick.

Wisconsin: A Laboratory of Democracy

You might believe government does too much or too little, but I believe taxpayers, at minimum, deserve to know how their money is being spent.

Board Nixes Proposal to Extend Beer Sales Another Hour

Although Germantown allows beer sales until midnight, the Village Board's unanimous decision illustrates there's a fine line between 11 p.m. and midnight that they won't cross.

Board Approves $14 Million Development Project

Ryan Companies is expected to begin construction of a 91,000-sqaure-foot medical and wellness facility on the former Stolper Steel site in December. The development is the first plan to move forward in the taxing district created by the village.

Falls, Kohl's Reach Settlement in Assessment Error

The village will award Kohl's Corp. $46,000 after reducing the 2009 total assessed value of a company-owned building on Woodale Drive.

Ron Johnson Says Romney is the Honest Candidate for Wisconsin

While campaigning for presumptive GOP presidential candidate Mitt Romney in Wisconsin, U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson said Wisconsin voters have proven they want elected leaders that do exactly as they say.

Online Tool Matches Voters with Ideal Presidential Candidate

This online free quiz takes an in-depth look at your stance on a range of issues, then compares them to candidates' responses.

Wisconsin Athletic Club, Froedtert Health Would Occupy New Falls Development

Ryan Companies plans to build a 91,000-square-foot development that would feature the two potential tenants in a taxing district, and complete construction by 2013.

A Ryan Rally? Romney Takes Lead in Latest Wisconsin Poll

Republican support is the strongest yet during the presidential election, according to the latest Rasmussen poll released Thursday.

Hovde Pulls Out Narrow Victory in Menomonee Falls

Hovde won the state's largest village, but couldn't win the state. In the 22nd Assembly District, state Rep. Don Pridemore trounced challenger Nick Oliver.

Tommy Thompson Earns GOP Nomination For U.S. Senate Race

It was a tight race throughout the evening, but Wisconsin voters chose to go with a familiar face to challenge U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin in November.

Pridemore Advances After Winning 22nd Assembly District Primary

The conservative Madison lawmaker Don Pridemore beat local business owner, Nick Oliver, with five times the votes in Tuesday's GOP primary.

Signs of New Life Emerge in Blighted Area of Falls

Ryan Companies is proposing to construct a 91,000-square-foot medical and wellness center in a village taxing district off of U.S. Highway 41/45 and Pilgrim Road.

What You Need to Know Before Heading to the Polls Tuesday

Tuesday is primary election day, and Patch has the information you need before you go to vote.

VP Paul Gives GOP the Budget Fight It Wants: Wisconsin Republicans

GOP political insiders tell Patch that U.S. Rep. Paul Ryan is a bold choice for running mate.

Primary Election Preview: Wisconsin State Assembly, 22nd District

State Rep. Don Pridemore faces businessman Nick Oliver in a heated race in Tuesday's Republican primary.

Primary Election Preview: Wisconsin U.S. Senate Race

Former Gov. Tommy Thompson, businessman Eric Hovde, Assembly Speaker Jeff Fitzgerald and former congressman Mark Neumann square off in GOP primary for Wisconsin's open U.S. Senate seat. Democratic U.S. Rep. Tammy Baldwin is unopposed.

Taxpayers Association Adds Two More Endorsements

The group has announced its official endorsements for clerk and register of deeds.

Menomonee Falls 2012 Primary Election Guide

With the election season under way, this is what every Menomonee Falls resident needs to know about voting in the Aug. 14 primary.

Village Board Checks and Balances Its Spending Power

On Monday, the board passed an ordinance that would require a referendum for any public works project over a certain dollar amount. A policy to limit development loans is also in the works.

State, National Leaders React to Temple Shooting

In the face of a tragic Sunday shooting at a temple in Oak Creek, leaders and members of the community attempt to put the tragedy in perspective.

For GOP Insiders, Romney's Tax Returns Aren't a Taxing Issue

Patch conducted its second Red Wisconsin survey, and a resounding majority of Wisconsin Republicans insiders said Mitt Romney has no reason to release more than his 2010 and 2011 tax returns.

Nick Oliver, Republican Candidate for 22nd State Assembly District Representative

This is Oliver's second bid for elective office.

Shan Haqqi, Democratic Candidate for 24th State Assembly District Representative

Haqqi, who runs a consulting company and is pursuing a Ph.D. in Human Services with a concentration in Healthcare, is making his first bid for elective office.

Dan Knodl, Republican Candidate for 24th State Assembly District Representative

Knodl is defending the assembly seat he has held since 2008.

Radisson Hotel Debacle and Kohl's Dominate Top 10 Stories in July

It's official, people want to know about the Radisson Hotel. The Village Board meeting earlier this month was the most read story on Menomonee Falls Patch in July.

Wisconsin’s Growing Alzheimer’s Population: A Study on Appropriate Legal Interventions

According to a study by the UW-Madison Applied Population Laboratory, the state’s population of citizens over 65 will nearly double in the next 30 years. With such a large increase on the horizon, we need to begin to prepare today.

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