Press Releases

Quentin Wood’s Bodhi Bow Wow Takes First Place At Progress Lakeshore’s LEVEL UP Pitch Contest 2023

On Thursday, November 16, 2023, three local entrepreneurs showcased their innovative business ideas at Progress Lakeshore’s LEVEL UP Pitch Contest, held at the Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center in Manitowoc.

Posted on November 20, 2023

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Manitowoc County Public Interest Survey Progress Lakeshore And Cori Team Take Steps Towards A Thriving Innovation Hub

Progress Lakeshore, in collaboration with the Center on Rural Innovation (CORI) Land O’ Lakes and WBD, is excited to announce a pivotal development in their mission to transform Manitowoc County into a hub for entrepreneurial activity, business incubation, remote work, and technology and innovation resources.

Posted on October 13, 2023

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Progress Lakeshore and Wisconsin Broadband Office need help from all WI households to improve internet access, affordability, and adoption

Progress Lakeshore and Wisconsin Broadband Office, in an effort to understand Wisconsinites’ experience with internet, their needs and barriers, and network performance, are encouraging all households to take the Wisconsin Internet Self-Report (WISER) survey.

Posted on June 29, 2023 

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Progress Lakeshore 2023 Local Box Manitowoc County Now Taking Orders

Orders are currently being taken for the 2023 Local Box Manitowoc County, available through Progress Lakeshore. This unique initiative serves as a fundraiser that supports businesses in the area while also supporting entrepreneurial programming in Manitowoc County.

Posted on October 2, 2023

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Land O’Lakes program helps rural Wisconsin community advance its tech ecosystem with the Center on Rural Innovation

Land O’Lakes, Inc. and the Center on Rural Innovation (CORI) in partnership with Progress Lakeshore announced that Manitowoc County, Wisconsin, is the next American Connection Community to join CORI’s Rural Innovation Network.

Posted on May 11, 2023

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Winners Announced for 2023 Excellence in Economic Development Awards Press Release

The Annual Awards Breakfast recognizes the best economic development projects and the year’s most influential leaders. These prestigious awards honor organizations and individuals for their efforts in creating positive change in our community. 

Posted on May 9, 2023 

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ClearSky Health to Build New Medical Rehabilitation Hospital in the Village of Cleveland, Wis.

ClearSky Health, a premier rehabilitative healthcare provider, announced plans to build a new 36-bed medical rehabilitation hospital in the Village of Cleveland, Wis.

Posted on March 30, 2023

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Joshua Dudley, Nolan Hetz Win Level Up Pitch Contest 2022

On Thursday, November 17, 2022, seven local entrepreneurs participated in Progress Lakeshore’s Level Up Pitch Contest held at the Wisconsin Maritime Museum in Manitowoc.

Posted on November 21, 2022

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