Tony Evers announces $142M for Wisconsin tourism, entertainment industries

25 Jun 2021


News, Wisconsin

Businesses and organizations in Wisconsin’s tourism and entertainment sectors are breathing a sigh of relief after Gov. Tony Evers announced Thursday they are eligible for $142 million in federal COVID grants.

The money will go to industries hit hard by the pandemic, including live event venues, movie theaters, summer camps, minor league sports and lodging.

Additional investments will be made in reopening Wisconsin historical sites and supporting state tourism, according to a press release from the governor’s office.

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