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City of Sun Prairie Places Referendum Question on April Ballot 12/17
300 East Main Street Sun Prairie, WI 53590-2227 Website: https://cityofsunprairie.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – December 17, 2025 Ashley Manthei Communications Manager amanthei@cityofsunprairie.com (608) 608-0322 CITY OF SUN PRAIRIE PLACES REFERENDUM QUESTION ON APRIL BALLOTVoters to decide on an increase in the property tax levy to continue providing quality services Sun Prairie, WIS. – The Sun Prairie City Council voted Tuesday night to place a referendum question on the Tuesday, April 7, 2026
News Release: 12/17/2025
Press Release From: Battalion Chief Mark StevensRE: Fire In DuplexDate: 16 December 2025 This morning at 0821, Sun Prairie Fire and EMS was dispatched to a duplex in the 1100 block of St Albert the Great Drive for a possible structure fire in the garage. The first engine company arrived on scene at 0826 and observed grey smoke coming from an open garage. Most of the fire had been extinguished by
Sun Prairie Chamber of Commerce Hosts Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Cold Stone Creamery
Contact: Raquel Charrois Cold Stone CreameryRaquel@magicaltreatsandsweets.com (719) 244-1374 Sun Prairie Chamber of Commerce Hosts Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Cold Stone Creamery Sun Prairie, WI – December 11, 2025 – The Sun Prairie Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of Cold Stone Creamery, now open and serving the Sun Prairie community with its signature ice cream creations and sweet treats. Cold Stone Creamery is owned and operated by Raquel
City of Sun Prairie and Sun Prairie Schools Announce Career Launch for District 8th Grade Students
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – December 11, 2025 Colleen Burke Economic Development Specialist cburke@cityofsunprairie.com 608.867.9367 City of Sun Prairie and Sun Prairie Schools Announce Career Launch for District 8th Grade Students SUN PRAIRIE, Wis. – The City of Sun Prairie’s Economic Development Department, in partnership with the Sun Prairie Area School District, is launching a new Career Exploration Event for all eighth-grade students. The Career Launch event is designed to expose students to a
Sun Prairie Police Department to participate in Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over winter holiday campai
Kevin Warych Chief of Police 608-825-1153 2598 West Main Street, Sun Prairie, WI 53590-2227 Non-Emergency Dispatch (608) 837-7336 RECORDS (608) 837-7339 Fax (608) 825-1198FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – From: Sergeant Jason Lefeber Subject: New Year’s 2025 Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Campaign Date: December 12th, 2025 Sun Prairie Police Department to participate in Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over winter holiday campaign The Sun Prairie Police Department is joining law enforcement agencies across
Sun Prairie to Continue Receiving Nuclear Energy Through New Long-Term Agreement
Sun Prairie to Continue Receiving Nuclear Energy Through New Long-Term Agreement SUN PRAIRIE (Wis.) – Sun Prairie Utilities will continue meeting local electricity needs with nuclear energy through a new agreement between its not-for-profit power supplier, WPPI Energy, and NextEra Energy Resources. “By maintaining a diverse mix of resources that includes nuclear, renewables and natural gas, we help protect our customers from cost swings that can occur when relying on any single source,” said Jill Weiss,
PRESS RELEASE: Sun Prairie Police Arrest Subject in Stabbing Investigation
300 East Main Street Sun Prairie, WI 53590-2227 Website: https://cityofsunprairie.comFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, December 5, 2025Sun Prairie, WI. On Friday, December 5, at about 10:25 a.m., a Sun Prairie Police Officer was investigating a crash in the 100 block of Park Circle when a man approached and reported he had been stabbed in a nearby apartment. The officer requested EMS and moved the man to a safe location for treatment. Paramedics from Sun Prairie Fire and EMS transported him to a local
CITY OF SUN PRAIRIE TO HOST FIRST REPAIR CAFE
300 East Main Street Sun Prairie, WI 53590-2227 Website: https://cityofsunprairie.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – December 2, 2025 Ashley Manthei Communications Manager amanthei@cityofsunprairie.com (608) 608-0322 CITY OF SUN PRAIRIE TO HOST FIRST REPAIR CAFEAttendees and volunteer repairers will fix broken items, share skills & reduce wasteSUN PRAIRIE, Wis. – The City of Sun Prairie is excited to invite the community to its first Repair Cafe on Tuesday, December 9 from 5:00 – 8:00 pm in the Atrium
Sun Prairie Fire & Lights Holiday Parade Cancelled Due to Weather
300 East Main Street Sun Prairie, WI 53590-2227 Website: https://cityofsunprairie.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 28, 2025 Ashley Manthei Communications Manager Ashley.manthei@cityofsunprairie.com (608) 608-0322 Sun Prairie Fire & Lights Holiday Parade Cancelled Due to WeatherSUN PRAIRIE, Wis. – the 110th Annual Fire & Lights Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony previously scheduled for Saturday, November 29 at 5:00 pm has been cancelled due severe winter weather. A Winter Storm Warning is in
City of Sun Prairie Snow Emergency
City of Sun Prairie Snow Emergency Date: November 28, 2025 The City of Sun Prairie is declaring a Snow Emergency: Beginning at 9:00 a.m., on Saturday, November 29, and continuing until 12:00 p.m., on Sunday, November 30, a Snow Emergency will be declared. No parking is permitted on any City street until 12:00 p.m., on Sunday November 30, 2025, or until the Snow Emergency has been canceled. Vehicles parked on the street in violation of this ordinance can be ticketed ($50 fine) and may be
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
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
