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Vehicle vs Elementary School Crash
Kevin Warych Chief of Police 608-825-1153 2598 West Main Street, Sun Prairie, WI 53590 Non-Emergency Dispatch (608) 837-7336 RECORDS (608) 837-7339 Fax (608) 825-1198FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – From: Sergeant Nolan PickarDate: November 26, 2025Subject: Vehicle vs Elementary School Crash On November 26, 2025, at 5:43 a.m. a Sun Prairie Police Officer witnessed a vehicle traveling on North Grand Avenue leave the roadway. The vehicle drove through a fence, down a steep embankment, and crashed into the
Downtown Sun Prairie Celebrates Small Business Saturday on November 29
300 East Main Street Sun Prairie, WI 53590-2227 Website: https://cityofsunprairie.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 24, 2025 Mary D’Amico Sun Prairie BID Manager mdamico@cityofsunprairie.com 608-512-9743 Downtown Sun Prairie Celebrates Small Business Saturday on November 29Free Shopping Passport, Tote Bag Giveaway, Local Prizes & Family Activities PlannedSUN PRAIRIE, Wis. — Downtown Sun Prairie invites the community to celebrate Small Business Saturday on Saturday, November 29, from 10 am to 4
Sun Prairie Chamber of Commerce Hosts Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Whole-istic Therapy
Contact: Patti and Conrad Szambelan Whole-istic Therapyinfo@whole-istictherapy.com (608) 299-9697 Sun Prairie Chamber of Commerce Hosts Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Whole-istic Therapy Sun Prairie, WI – November 19, 2025 – The Sun Prairie Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony today for Whole-istic Therapy, celebrating their commitment to providing supportive, whole-person therapeutic services to the Sun Prairie community. Whole-istic Therapy, located at 787 Lois Drive, Sun
110th Annual Fire & Lights Holiday Parade in Downtown Sun Prairie
300 East Main Street Sun Prairie, WI 53590-2227 Website: https://cityofsunprairie.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 20, 2025 Jade Pekol Community Events and Development Manager jpekol@cityofsunprairie.com (608) 590-3828 110th Annual Fire & Lights Holiday Parade in Downtown Sun PrairieSUN PRAIRIE, Wis. – Come on out to Downtown Sun Prairie on Saturday, November 29 to experience the 110th Annual Fire & Lights Parade, followed by a festive tree lighting ceremony at the Sun Prairie Historical
Dane County’s Independent Businesses Unite for Small Business Saturday — New Website Launches to Amp
Press ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact:Kylee’s Gift CottageColin Murray6711 Frank Lloyd Wright Ave, Middleton608-712-3440colin@kyleesgiftcottage.comwww.kyleesgiftcottage.com Dane County’s Independent Businesses Unite for Small Business Saturday — New Website Launches to Amplify Local Impact MIDDLETON, WI — Independent, locally-owned businesses across Dane County are preparing for this year’s Small Business Saturday on Nov. 29, 2025, inviting shoppers to celebrate “shopping small” in a big way. The
Bank of America Breaks Ground for First Wisconsin Financial Center in Sun Prairie
For Immediate Release Contact: Diane Wagner Email: diane.wagner@bofa.com Cell: 312-952-1756 Bank of America Breaks Ground for First Wisconsin Financial Center in Sun Prairie Bank of America officials joined Sun Prairie Mayor Steve Stocker and WMC President/CEO Kurt Bauer to break ground on Wednesday, Nov. 12 for Bank of America’s first financial center in Wisconsin. The new, approximately 4,300 sq. ft. financial center is scheduled to open at 1351 Cabela Drive in fall 2026 with seven to 10
Capitol Bank Welcomes Theresa Heintz as AVP of Treasury Management & Business Development
For Immediate Release Ben Kjorlie Marketing Specialist Ben.Kjorlie@capitol.bank 710 N. High Point Road Madison, Wisconsin 53717 Capitol Bank Welcomes Theresa Heintz as AVP of Treasury Management & Business DevelopmentMadison, WI (November 10, 2025): Capitol Bank is proud to announce that Theresa Heintz has joined as Assistant Vice President of Treasury Management & Business Development. Theresa joins Capitol Bank with over 20 years of banking experience across a variety of roles and leadership
Sun Prairie Chamber of Commerce Hosts Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Suchomel & Associates, LLC – American Family Insurance
Contact: Jamie Suchomel Agency Owner, Suchomel & Associates, LLC – American Family Insurance jsuchomel@amfam.com 608.478.3850 Sun Prairie Chamber of Commerce Hosts Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Suchomel & Associates, LLC – American Family Insurance Sun Prairie, WI – November 6, 2025 – The Sun Prairie Chamber of Commerce proudlyhosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for Suchomel & Associates, LLC – American Family Insurance, celebrating their presence in the community and welcoming them as valued members
Sun Prairie Proposed Funding Solutions Survey: Results Are In
300 East Main Street Sun Prairie, WI 53590-2227 Website: https://cityofsunprairie.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 5, 2025 Ashley Manthei Communications Manager amanthei@cityofsunprairie.com (608) 608-0322 SUN PRAIRIE PROPOSED FUNDING SOLUTIONS SURVEY: RESULTS ARE INResident feedback will guide conversations and decisions moving forwardSUN PRAIRIE, Wis. – During the November 4 City Council meeting, the City of Sun Prairie reviewed the results of a community survey distributed to every City
Two Arrested in Sunfield Street Shooting
300 East Main Street Sun Prairie, WI 53590-2227 Website: https://cityofsunprairie.comFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, November 4, 2025 Two Arrested in Sunfield Street Shooting Through coordinated efforts with law enforcement partners in Wisconsin and Georgia, two Madison men have been arrested and charged in connection with the October 7th Sunfield Street shooting. On Friday, October 17, 2025, Tradell Morrison, 17, of Madison, and Jeremiah Smith, 20, of Madison, were arrested by the Henry County
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CITY OF SUN PRAIRIE TO HOST FIRST ANNUAL PUMPKIN SMASH
300 East Main Street Sun Prairie, WI 53590-2227 Website: https://cityofsunprairie.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 3, 2025 Ashley Manthei Communications Manager amanthei@cityofsunprairie.com 608) 608-0322 CITY OF SUN PRAIRIE TO HOST FIRST ANNUAL PUMPKIN SMASHPumpkin scraps generated at event will be collected for compostingSUN PRAIRIE, Wis. – The City of Sun Prairie is thrilled to host its first annual Pumpkin Smash on Saturday, November 8th from Noon-3pm at the Sun Prairie Community Gardens
How to Launch a Successful Trucking Business: Key Steps, Legal Setup, and Long-Term Success Strategies
Starting a trucking business can be one of the most rewarding ventures in logistics and transportation — but it also demands strategy, compliance, and operational foresight. Whether you’re an independent owner-operator or building a small fleet, success comes from pairing business fundamentals with industry-specific best practices. Clarify Your Business Model and Niche Before you buy your first truck or hire drivers, define your model and target market. Are you focusing on long-haul freight, local
Business Terms 101: A Beginner's Glossary for Startups
Starting a business is an exciting — and often overwhelming — journey. Between setting up your operations, understanding your customers, and making your first sale, there's a hidden layer of complexity: the language of business. If you're a new or aspiring entrepreneur, wrapping your head around key business terms isn’t just helpful — it's essential for confident decision-making and collaboration. This guide breaks down the most common terms you'll encounter in your early stages, from budgeting and
The Benefits Race: How Forward-Thinking Employers Are Rethinking Workplace Perks
There was a time when health insurance, a 401(k), and maybe a ping pong table in the break room checked every box for what defined a solid employee benefits package. That model no longer cuts it. In a labor market increasingly defined by choice, employers are rewriting the rules of what it means to support their people—not just to recruit talent, but to keep it. What's emerging isn't just about better benefits—it's about rethinking the role of the workplace in everyday life. Rethinking Flexibility Beyond
Forget Fearless — Be Risk-Literate From Day One
Risk isn’t a corner-case concern for entrepreneurs — it’s baked into the DNA of every early decision. Before the first invoice hits or the first product ships, there’s already exposure. One overlooked contract clause, one unsecured vendor, one ill-timed outage, and momentum can unravel. Smart founders don’t aim for risk elimination — they engineer durability. They pressure-test their blind spots, layer protection without adding drag, and build decision systems that hold steady under strain. Risk isn’t
Sun Prairie, WI Business Owners: What you need to know about the CTA, BOI and FinCEN
The Corporate Transparency Act may require certain U.S. companies to disclose beneficial ownership information to FinCEN to combat financial crimes. While a Texas federal district court’s preliminary injunction puts this requirement on hold, many experts expect that to be overturned. In that event, failure to file could lead to fines of $500 per day, up to a maximum of $10,000, and possible criminal penalties. However, filing your Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report will help you avoid fines
Revolutionizing Business with Flexible Work Environments
The traditional office model is rapidly evolving to meet the changing needs of both companies and employees. Flexible work environments are becoming a cornerstone of modern business strategy, offering increased adaptability, productivity, and work-life balance. By embracing these new models, businesses can attract top talent, reduce overhead costs, and foster innovation. This shift is also enabling organizations to remain competitive in a globalized economy, where agility and responsiveness are
