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Kington named assistant men’s and women’s volleyball coach
Jordan Kington has been added to the Marian University men's and women's volleyball coaching staffs as an assistant coach, as announced by Head Men's and Women's Volleyball Coach Tyler Wills. "I am very excited to be adding Jordan to our men's and women's volleyball...
Walsworth announces Tripp Walsworth to join company
Walsworth President Don Walsworth announced today that his son, Tripp Walsworth, will be joining the family company. Tripp Walsworth most recently worked as a Senior Account Manager with Lockton, the world’s largest independent insurance brokerage. Tripp will...
Community Foundation Announces Rural Vitality Grant for Fond du Lac and Dodge Counties
The Fond du Lac Area Foundation (FDLAF) and Beaver Dam Area Community Foundation (BDACF) are pleased to announce a partnership with Compeer Financial to support the strength and stability of rural communities with a $50,000 grant cycle for the fall of 2023....
SSM Health Treffert Studios Fall Offerings
SSM Health Treffert Studios have released their fall programs schedule. The following programs will begin after September 11. The document and registration form will be updated if they make any changes or additions. Please feel free to reach out with any questions...
Pearlman to Take Over Marian Men’s Lacrosse Program
Gabe Pearlman has been named the fifth head coach of the Marian University men's lacrosse program, as announced by Director of Athletics Tony Draves. "We would like to welcome Gabe to the Marian athletics family," said Draves. "We're excited for him to take over the...
SSM Health Ripon Community Hospital Auxiliary to host fall mum sale on September 11, 12
The SSM Health Ripon Community Hospital Auxiliary has scheduled its sixth annual fall mum sale from 9 am - 5 pm on Monday, September 11 and Tuesday, September 12 at the hospital’s main entrance, 845 Parkside Street. The sale will feature a choice of high quality, 8-,...
America’s SBDC honors 2 in Wisconsin with ’40 Under 40′ awards
Two outstanding Wisconsin Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network young professionals have earned national awards for their leadership in helping small businesses start and grow. The 2023 America’s SBDC 40 Under 40 Awards go to: Alia Carroll, financial...
The Future of Child Care in Fond du Lac County
Numerous child care centers across the state, including those in Fond du Lac County, were allocated funds through the pandemic-era Child Care Counts (CCC) program, to keep the child care industry afloat. These funds partially offset expenses for things like wages,...
USDA and University of Kentucky to Host Webinar to Expand Placemaking Resources in Rural Communities
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development and the University of Kentucky will host a webinar on Wednesday, Aug. 30 from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. ET. The webinar will help rural leaders learn about creative placemaking approaches to help improve the lives of...
Ribbon Cutting at PS, Beauty Lounge
Envision Greater Fond du Lac hosted a ribbon cutting with member organization, PS, Beauty Lounge, to celebrate their one year anniversary. PS, Beauty Lounge is Fond du Lac’s premier salon for custom airbrush tans, lash extensions, and facials. PS, Beauty Lounge is a...
Marian Athletics Announces Hall of Fame Class of 2023
Marian University athletics has announced its Hall of Fame Class of 2023 consisting of Leslie (Daubert) Malak, Dave Chipman, the 1997 women's volleyball team, and the 2001 men's soccer team. Leslie (Daubert) Malak was a major part of the winningest four year stretch...
SSM Health Waupun Memorial Hospital Among 277 Top Hospitals for Patient Experience
Becker's has compiled a list of the top hospitals for patient experience in each state using Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems data from CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services). SSM Waupun Memorial Hospital was on this list...
SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital Registered Nurse Finds Great Reward Caring for Expecting Moms, Welcoming Newborns
For the past 50 years, Sally Muehlius, a registered nurse, has called SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital her work family and home away from home. Sally first joined St. Agnes Hospital on June 4, 1973 transitioning to Family Birthing Suites on July 4, 1973. Sally, who grew...
SSM Health Waupun Memorial Hospital to Sponsor Free Community Rummage Sale
SSM Health Waupun Memorial Hospital, through its Mission Action Team, is sponsoring a free community rummage for individuals and families within the Waupun community. The sale is scheduled from 8 am - 4 pm on Wednesday, August 23, and from 8 am – 2 pm on Thursday,...
Dock Spiders Welcome over 30,000 Fans for Fifth Time in Franchise History
The Fond du Lac Dock Spiders welcomed in 1,602 fans during their final home game of the season on Saturday night to break the 30,000-mark for the fifth time in franchise history, and the second time since 2019, when they welcomed 33,412 to Herr-Baker Field. The Dock...
Dock Spiders Beat Chinooks 7-4 in Season Finale
The Dock Spiders ended the 2023 season on a two-game winning streak as they bested the Chinooks 7-4 at Kapco Park on Saturday night. The Dock Spiders wasted no time as they tallied four runs in the top of first inning, capped off by an RBI single from Jared Heinzen...
Dock Spiders Walk-off Chinooks 8-7 In Wild Fashion
With the game knotted at 7-7 in the bottom of the ninth, Lorenzo Rios (Northwestern) stepped up to the plate and delivered the walk-off single which scored Parker Knoll (Lawrence) and gave the Dock Spiders the 8-7 victory over the Chinooks on Friday night. It was the...
Marian Continues Major Revolution with Launch of Risk Management
Imagine having the power to protect people from financial ruin, save businesses from economic calamity and help communities recover from significant disasters. No superhero cape necessary. This is what students at Marian University of Wisconsin can look forward to,...
Dock Spiders Fall to Rockers 6-4
The Dock Spiders dropped their Eighth straight game to the Rockers on Thursday night at Capital Credit Union Park. Both teams traded off scoreless innings early on until the top of the fourth inning when Parker Knoll (Lawrence) launched his second homerun of the...
Dock Spiders Get Revenge, Smash Rockers 10-3
After the Dock Spiders had their four-game winning streak snapped by the Rockers on Monday night, the Dock Spiders got their revenge as they bested the Rockers 10-3 in Capital Credit Union Park. The Dock Spiders scored five runs in the top of the second inning, capped...