Category: Business
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Two New Hires at Peninsula Building Systems
Peninsula Building Systems (PBS), a commercial design, engineering and construction company, has recently added to its Sturgeon Bay core management team. Mike Healy of Egg Harbor and Brian Seigworth of Sturgeon Bay have recently joined the PBS Project Management and Development team. Healy and Seigworth both have a lifetime of experience in construction, including a […]
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USDA Accepting Applications for Rural Energy for America Loans
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development recently announced that rural agricultural producers and small business owners can now apply for resources to purchase and install renewable energy systems or make energy efficiency improvements. These efforts help to save money on energy bills, reduce America’s dependence on foreign oil, support a clean energy economy, […]
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Washington Island Featured in Feb. 20 “Discover Wisconsin” Episode
The long-running tourism TV show Discover Wisconsin, along with former host Stephanie Klett, are shining the spotlight on Washington Island. Premiering Feb. 20-21, “Washington Island: A Magical Place” was produced in partnership with the Wisconsin Department of Tourism and Wisconsin Coastal Management, and airs locally Feb. 20, at 6:30 pm on WFRV TV 5. It […]
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Linden Centre Ranked China’s Number 2 Hotel by TripAdvisor
Brian and Jeanee Linden, co-founders of the Linden Gallery in Ellison Bay and Linden Centre in China, are proud to announce that their hotel in China was selected as the No. 2 hotel in all of China on Tripadvisor.com. The Linden Centre’s success has been based on passion and a spirit of sharing an authentic […]
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Focus on Energy/SBU Partnership Saved Customers $180,000 in 2015
Thanks to programs made available through Sturgeon Bay Utilities (SBU), local utility customers completed energy efficiency projects in 2015 that will save them approximately $180,000 on electricity costs and 2,022,000 kilowatt-hours annually. SBU partners with the statewide Focus on Energy program to give customers access to cash-back rewards and other incentives to save energy. SBU […]
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Free Device Workshop at Sturgeon Bay U.S. Cellular
U.S. Cellular is hosting a free device workshop in Sturgeon Bay to show the many ways your wireless device can keep the entire family entertained when the weather outside keeps you indoors. The workshop is open to everyone, and you don’t need to be a U.S. Cellular customer to attend. “Whether you want to learn […]
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Cadence, Inc. Announces 2015 Unaudited Results
Cadence, Inc. announced the unaudited results for 2015 were $88.4 million – a 17 percent increase in revenue compared to 2014. Earnings per share also increased 20 percent more than the prior year, to $3.66 per share. Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) were up 11 percent to $15.8 million. 2015 results included […]
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Door County Board of Realtors Announce 2015 Award Recipients
The Door County Board of Realtors recently announced 2015 award recipients. The 2015 Honor Society recipients were: Lisa Bieri, Paul Dreutzer, Bob Erickson, Connie Erickson, Corky Hellyer, Julie Henkel, Cindy Koutnik, Heidi Neubauer, Gretchen Porten, Kathy Sanden, Jamie Sanger and MaryKay Shumway. These agents and brokers are exemplary in volunteering for this association as well […]
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Sturgeon Bay Business Women’s Club Sponsoring $500 Scholarship
The Sturgeon Bay Business Women’s Club is sponsoring a $500 scholarship for the 2016 fall term. The scholarship is for women 25 years or older, living in Door County with financial need and who are returning to an accredited higher education institution. Application deadline is April 15. For more information, contact RaeLynn Dalske at 920.495.6003 […]
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Buy A Muffin at KICK Coffee for United Way Fundraiser
During February, KICK Coffee in Sturgeon Bay is partnering with United Way of Door County. For every muffin sold during February, KICK will donate 50 cents to United Way. The funds donated will go toward meeting United Way’s Annual Campaign need for 2016. KICK Coffee is located at 148 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. For […]
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Bistro 42 to Close to Make Room for Door County Distillery
Door County Distillery is expanding to meet rising demand, and to make room for the expansion they are closing Bistro 42 restaurant at 5806 Hwy. 42 in Carlsville. Bistro 42 will be permanently closed after 10 years in business. The expansion will include a second still and barrel storage area with viewing windows, plus a […]
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Knight Barry Title to Open Sturgeon Bay Office
Knight Barry Title announces the opening of its first Door County office. “We are extremely excited to finally break into Door County,” says Knight Barry’s COO Craig Haskins. “An office in Sturgeon Bay has been on our radar for years but we hadn’t found the right local manager to build the operation around, until now.” […]
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Pulse Price Report: Bank Stock
When it comes to banks, we all know about checking accounts and hopefully you know about savings accounts too. But there is another way to put your money in the bank and some analysts say 2016 might be a good year to do so. Buying bank stocks is the same as buying stocks in any […]
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True North Ranked First in Gross MLS Sales
For the fourth consecutive year, True North Real Estate, LLC ranked first in gross sales according to the Door County Multiple Listing Service (MLS). In 2015, True North outsold every other brokerage firm in Door County with an increase of 43 percent in sales over 2014. Per the MLS data, the entire Door/Kewaunee market showed […]
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Valentine Gift-Giving Ideas from Sourced
Whether you prefer to celebrate the romantic love of Valentine’s Day or the friendship-centered fun of Galentine’s Day, Sturgeon Bay’s Sourced has gifts to delight lovers and friends. Small-scale art pieces and prints, unique clothing and accessories, one-of-a-kind home goods, and luxurious locally made bath and beauty products – this artfully curated shop has it […]
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New Financing Option Available for Farmers
Agriculture Deputy Secretary Krysta Harden announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will begin offering farm ownership microloans, creating a new financing avenue for farmers to buy and improve property. These microloans will be especially helpful to beginning or underserved farmers, U.S. veterans looking for a career in farming, and those who have small […]
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Nominate Businesses for Annual DCEDC Awards
The Door County Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors is currently soliciting nominations for the annual Door County Industry of the Year Award and the Door County Entrepreneur of the Year Award. The awards celebrate businesses that help to create a positive business climate in Door County. The award winners will be announced at the […]
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DC Brewing’s Pastoral Farmhouse Ale Now Made with Local Barley
Door County Brewing Company recently announced that their Pastoral Farmhouse Ale will be brewed with locally sourced barley and yeast. In addition they have re-labeled Pastoral in honor of Door County’s Belgian heritage. The familiar recipe will incorporate Door County-grown barley as well as a new blend of yeast strains derived from the peninsula, which […]
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Claudia Scimeca Joins Tweak Team
Claudia Scimeca joined Tweak Social Media & Marketing at the beginning of the New Year, adding her talents and expertise to the Tweak Team as it gears up for 2016. Scimeca’s background was originally in the health care industry as a registered nurse and dentist. About eight years ago she became intrigued with incorporating social […]
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Pulse Price Report: How Much Does A Snowstorm Cost?
For a while, rural municipalities, including Door County’s, were happy with the state of El Niño. It was warm and that meant savings in budgeted road maintenance. There was no need to pay overtime for snow removal or tons of salt and sand to spread all over the roads only to end up dried on […]