Driftless Development, Inc. is proud to announce a $1,000 grant from Compeer Financial to bring the Neighborhood Harvest program to the Prairie du Chien Farmers Market — connecting backyard gardeners with local eaters and getting more fresh, locally grown food onto market tables and community tables alike. Misty Johnson, Prairie du Chien Farmers Market Manager, accepting award from Compeer Financial More Fresh Food, More Access The Prairie du Chien Farmers Market accepts SNAP

Farmers markets have always been about more than groceries. They're where communities gather — where neighbors catch up, kids discover new foods, and local producers connect directly with the people they feed. This summer, Crawford County's markets are adding something more: live music, arts performances, demonstrations, and hands-on experiences that make market day an event worth showing up for. Driftless Development, Inc. has been awarded a $4,580 grant from the Wisconsin A

On May 8, Governor Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) announced that Driftless Development, Inc. has been awarded $500,000 through the state's Talent Recruitment Grant program — one of 17 grants totaling $5 million awarded to communities across Wisconsin to attract out-of-state workers and their families. Crawford County's award is among the largest in the state. And we're ready to put it to work. Read the full WEDC announcement → Introducing