Editorial | Tony Evers has a smart strategy for boosting tourism

Wisconsin tourism brought $25 billion to the state in 2023. Governor Evers hopes to invest more, including $1 billion over 10 years for the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program.
Opinion | Petty politics puts stewardship fund in jeopardy

In a guest column, former legislator Spencer Black warns that despite overwhelming public support, political disputes may prevent renewal of the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program, putting at risk Wisconsin’s successful 35-year conservation initiative.
Land Conservancy celebrates 25 years

The Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program has played a key role in Driftless Area Land Conservancy’s success.
Gov. Evers, DNR Announce More Than 10 Million Trees Planted in 2024

Wisconsin has planted more than 42 million trees since 2021, bringing the state more than 40 percent toward its goal of planting 100 million trees by the end of 2030.
Lake Tomahawk board supports Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program

The Lake Tomahawk town board at its March 12 meeting agreed to adopt a resolution supporting the state Department of Natural Resources Knowles Nelson Stewardship Program.
Milton Council Backs Reauthorization of State Stewardship Program

The Milton City Council passed resolution of the reauthorization of state funding for the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program.
Rock County Board supports Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program

The Rock County Board voted in support of the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program, two weeks after delaying a vote for it.
Antigo City Council supports Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program

The Antigo City Council supported the resolution of the reauthorization of state funding for the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program during its March meeting.
Valley-to-Eastside Expansion Project in Platteville

The City of Platteville and Platteville Community Arboretum received a $136,700 Knowles-Nelson Stewardship grant to expand public greenspace.
Republican lawmakers diverge on future of conservation stewardship program

Top GOP lawmakers have threatened to end the popular Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program, but not all members are on board.