MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers announced today his appointment of Ryan D. Nilsestuen to the Dane County Circuit Court – Branch 10. The appointment will fill a vacancy created by Judge Juan Colás’ retirement. 

“Ryan has been a strong advocate for the people of Wisconsin, and I’ve appreciated his candor, thoughtfulness, and his dedication to service,” said Gov. Evers. “I know he will make a great addition to the Dane County bench and will work to treat everyone with dignity and respect.”

“Ryan is a dedicated public servant who strongly believes in justice, fairness, and the rule of law. Having served at the highest levels of state government, Ryan understands and appreciates the impact judges have on our friends, family, and communities,” said Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Rebecca Dallet. “With his empathy, calm demeanor, and knowledge of the law, I know that Ryan will be an excellent judge.”  

Nilsestuen has served as chief legal counsel for the Office of the Governor since 2019. During that time, Nilsestuen also served as the chair of the Pardon Advisory Board. Prior to serving as chief legal counsel for the Office of the Governor, Nilsestuen was the chief legal counsel and an attorney for the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.  

“It has been an honor to serve with Ryan on the Pardon Advisory Board. Whether it was during pardon hearings or in our deliberations, Ryan’s compassion, calm leadership, and knowledge of the law greatly benefited the pardon process for everyone involved. These same attributes will benefit everyone who comes before him as a judge,” said Noble Wray, the former police chief for the city of Madison. 

Nilsestuen is a graduate of DeForest Area High School and Luther College. He graduated cum laude from the University of Wisconsin Law School. 

“It has been a great honor serving Gov. Evers and the people of Wisconsin. I am proud of the work that the Evers Administration has accomplished to make Wisconsin a better place,” said Nilsestuen. “As a judge, I will remain dedicated to making our communities a better place for all.”

Nilsestuen will complete a term ending July 31, 2024.

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MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #180 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Thurs., Dec. 22, 2022, in honor of Aundre Cross, a U.S. Postal Service mail carrier who was killed on Fri., Dec. 9, 2022, at the age of 44.

“Mr. Cross was, by all accounts, a cherished husband, father, coworker, minister, and friend, and he was a dedicated public servant who committed 18 years of his life and career to the U.S. Postal Service and his community,” said Gov. Evers. “Kathy and I send our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and coworkers during this difficult time.”

Services for Aundre Cross will be held on Thurs., Dec. 22, 2022, in Milwaukee. 

Executive Order #180 will be in effect from sunrise to sunset on Thurs., Dec. 22, 2022, and is available here.

Report shows state has Generally Accepted Accounting Principles positive balance for third consecutive year in a row.

Turner lives in Waupaca with her wife and children. She is active in professional and community organizations, including the Waupaca County Bar Association, the LGBT Bar Association, and the Waupaca Rotary Club.

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http://newiprogressive.com/images/stories/S5/wedc-wallsign4-s5.jpgGrowing up on his family’s dairy farm in Western Wisconsin and work at DATCP gives him a deep appreciation of our rural communities.