Skip to main content
Rural Health Information Hub

Wisconsin News

News stories from the past 60 days.

Feb 25, 2026 - Notice from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) seeking comments on a new computer matching program between the FCC, the Universal Service Administrative Company, Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), and the Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) to verify the eligibility of applicants and subscribers to Lifeline and the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). These programs are designed to facilitate and support access to affordable broadband services for low-income consumers and families. Comments are due by March 27, 2026.
Source: Federal Register
Feb 9, 2026 - The Family Health Center of Marshfield, Inc., a Federally Qualified Health Center providing care for patients in rural Wisconsin, has received a $3 million federal grant to expand into Wisconsin Rapids. The new health center is expected to open in 2027.
Source: Spectrum News

Last Updated: 2/25/2026