by Tammy Thornton | Aug 10, 2026 | Advocacy
“[Spark Ops] faced a decision that could have taken them — and dozens of jobs — to another county.” When Fond du Lac-based Spark Ops Metalworks started outgrowing its five separate facilities in late 2024, the company faced a decision that could have taken...
by Tammy Thornton | Aug 10, 2026 | Community
‘Recommendations For The Gut Are Consistent With Those For The Heart’ Good gut health may play an important role in supporting cardiovascular health, according to experts at ThedaCare. “There is a direct connection between gut health and heart health,” said Tara Lord,...
by Tammy Thornton | Aug 10, 2026 | Community
Fond du Lac Defeats Wisconsin Rapids, 7-6 The Fond du Lac Dock Spiders held on to defeat the Wisconsin Rapids Rafters 7-6, reaching the 30-win mark to close out the 2026 Northwoods League regular season. The Rafters took an early 1-0 lead on a Casey Wambach RBI...
by Tammy Thornton | Aug 10, 2026 | Community
Wisconsin Rapids Defeats Fond du Lac, 7-6 The Fond du Lac Dock Spiders fell in their final road game of the 2026 season after a 7-6 walk-off defeat to the Wisconsin Rapids Rafters at Witter Field. The Dock Spiders jumped out to a 6-0 lead through the first five...
by Tammy Thornton | Aug 10, 2026 | Community
SSM Health is welcoming Nathan Smith, MD, a board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon, to SSM Health Dale Michels Heart & Vascular Care. In his practice, Dr. Smith most commonly treats patients with heart disease, lung tumors, and traumatic chest injuries. He also...
