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Polk County Tourism posts record-breaking year in 2022
23 Jun 2023
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The Wisconsin Department of Tourism released 2022 economic impact data, showing the tourism industry generated a record-breaking $23.7 billion in total economic impact. The highest-ever overnight visitation helped fuel the growth, with Polk County playing a pivotal role by contributing $156 million in total economic impact.
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The Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) is seeking nominations for the 2023 MARKETPLACE Governor’s Awards, which will be recognized in-person Dec. 6-7 at the Wisconsin Center in Milwaukee. The awards honor outstanding Wisconsin businesses owned by minorities, women and service-disabled veterans.
The nomination deadline is July 31. The online...
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