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regional roundup "The growing interest in Grand KaKalin from the business community is evidence that this neighborhood will continue to attract investment, generate tax revenue and support small businesses for years to come." —Randy Stadtmueller, Stadtmueller & Associates introductory classes in automation, robotics, hand tools and precision measuring equipment. Car ferry, EPA reach agreement The S.S. Badger car ferry, which sails between Manitowoc and Ludington, Mich., will be able to continue sailing for the next two years without any big changes, according to an agreement reached between the ferry operator and the Environmental Protection Agency. The EPA previously announced the ferry couldn't continue dumping coal ash into Lake Michigan following the 2012 sailing season. The ferry operator said converting immediately from coal to natural gas would be cost prohibitive and it would discontinue sailing between the new ports. The new agreement says the Badger can continue operating as it currently does until the end of 2014. At that point, the ferry will use a new system to house the coal ash onboard and dispose of it on land. The ferry operator also agreed to pay a $25,000 fee for violating mercury pollution standards in 2012. state's capital budget proposal for the project, which is designed to support area shipbuilders including Marinette Marine Corp. Called the Wisconsin Maritime Center of Excellence, the two-story facility would measure 24,000-squarefeet. The Marinette County Association for Business & Industry has offered $6.7 million in matching funds for the project, which has an estimated price tag of $11.7 million. The facility would be jointly managed by local businesses and education partners as well as the Marinette County Association for Business & Industry. Marinette Marine says it would like the center to open in the summer of 2014. » The Northwoods Florence, Marinette, Menominee, Oconto Counties Maritime research center eyed for Marinette A new maritime research, entrepreneurship and training facility may be coming to Marinette. Gov. Scott Walker allocated $5 million in funding as part of the Send business news updates and photos to edit@insightonbusiness.com. We present the options, the choice is yours Every day, Humana guides millions of members toward better health and wellness. Keep the cost of healthcare down with networks of providers, a wide range of wellness programs and online comparison tools. Only an experienced leader can help you find your way through the confusing landscape of healthcare. Humana can show you the way. For more information, contact your Humana representative at 1-800-825-9900 or visit Humana.com Medical GCHHK5THH 0413 GCHHK5THH_7_125x4_75.indd 1 2 013 16 | Insight • M ay Dental Vision Disability Life Workplace Voluntary Benefits Insured or offered by Humana Insurance Company, HumanaDental Insurance Company, CompBenefits Insurance Company, Kanawha Insurance Company or DentiCare, Inc. (d/b/a CompBenefits). 4/19/13 4:39 PM w w w. i n s i g h t o n b u s i n e s s . c o m