Business Edition: What Rising Unemployment and Slower Job Growth Mean for Small Businesses
Posted On: August 27, 2026 by Prevail Bank in: Banking / Money Management, Business
Economic trends can sometimes feel disconnected from day-to-day business operations, but they often have a significant impact on local businesses and the communities.
According to Vertical IQ, August data for Wausau Wisconsin...
Drainage Dreams Come True
Posted On: June 27, 2025 by Prevail Bank in: Business, Community
For over 30 years Joe Patoka has been a successful journeyman plumber in the Portage County area. A familiar face, Joe built a reputation for reliable, expert plumbing service, tackling everything from minor repairs to major installations.
In 2023, Joe and his wife Jodi heard that the previous owner of Best Septic Services was ready to sell the business. Recognizing the opportunity to take on ownership of an already successful business, Joe and Jodi were ready for a...