Member News
Bird watching helps North Fond du Lac students connect with each other, environment
A study published in Scientific Reports October issue found that seeing or hearing birds improved people’s mental well-being for up to eight hours. For a group of Treffert Way School for the Exceptional Mind within The School District of North Fond du Lac, bird...
USDA Seeks Feedback from Broadband Technical Assistance Providers and Rural Communities
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) (Pub. L. 117-58) provided the Rural Utilities Service (RUS) Telecommunications Program with funding for technical assistance and pre-development planning activities to support the most rural communities. RUS received...
Kwik Trip Grand Slam Ticket Package Returns for the 2023 Season
The Fond du Lac Dock Spiders, in partnership with Kwik Trip, are pleased to return the popular Grand Slam Ticket Package for the 2023 season. For just $50, the Kwik Trip Grand Slam Ticket Package offers a flexible and affordable way for fans to enjoy Dock Spiders...
Webinar: Rural Energy for America Program for Ag Producers & Rural Businesses
Tuesday, February 28, 2023; 12:00-1:00 PM (CST) Substantial federal funding to spur America’s transition to a clean energy economy will be available over the next few years as a result of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) and the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)....
Pivot After Pandemic Inspires New Marian Degrees
The global pandemic created a new landscape, forcing successful businesses to pivot. Marian University is excited to be introducing two new academic programs to address business needs: Bachelor of Business Administration in Operations and Supply Chain Management and...
Dock Spiders Seeking Host Families for 2023
The Fond du Lac Dock Spiders are seeking host families to welcome players into their homes for the 2023 season. Host families agree to house, feed, and provide support to the collegiate players who call the Fond du Lac community home during their Northwoods League...
Benevolent Scholarship Opportunity
The Fond du Lac County Sheriff’s Office Benevolent Association is pleased to announce its eighth year of college scholarship opportunity. This year we will be awarding five $500 scholarships to eligible high school seniors that reside in Fond du Lac County and will be...
Rob Bullock Wins Society Insurance Customer Experience Award
Rob Bullock recently received the Society Insurance Customer Experience Award in a brief ceremony at the company’s corporate headquarters in Fond du Lac. This award is presented quarterly to an employee nominated by his or her colleagues for exceptional efforts in...
Marian University to Offer Popular Pre-College Summer Academy
Marian University’s Upward Bound Math and Science (UBMS) program is gearing up to host its eleventh Pre-college and Career Readiness Summer Academy. Marian’s UBMS program provides educational services during the academic year and for a six-week period during the...
Ribbon Cutting at Indigo Gallery & Gifts
Envision Greater Fond du Lac hosted a ribbon cutting with member organization, Indigo Gallery & Gifts, to celebrate the opening of their new store. Jim and Janine Sears, owners of the new downtown business, Indigo Gallery & Gifts, create abstract art. Jim is a...
Braelon Allen Charity Softball Game to Return for the Second Time
Dock Spiders will host game at Marian University’s Herr-Baker Field on Saturday, June 24 For the second year in a row, Running Back Braelon Allen is coming home! The Fond du Lac native will once again host the Braelon Allen Charity Softball Game presented by Network...
Black History Month Event in Fond du Lac, WI
It’s that time again!! Ebony Vision’s Annual Black History Month event will be on February 25, 2023 from 2pm –4pm at FDL YMCA 90 W 2nd St, Fond du Lac, WI. This event is FREE!!! ALL are welcome to attend this family friendly, and family focused annual event. As we...
Ribbon Cutting with Ebony Vision
Envision Greater Fond du Lac hosted a ribbon cutting with member organization, Ebony Vision, to celebrate the opening of their new location. Ebony Vision is comprised of a diverse group of community residents who are reflective of the overall Fond du Lac area. They...
City of Fond du Lac Seeks Public Input on Riverfront District and North Main Street Corridor Projects
The City of Fond du Lac is seeking public input on the design and programming of its downtown Riverfront District, and reinvestment opportunities for the North Main Street Corridor. Input from residents and visitors who work, live and shop in this area can be provided...
CSA Breakfast with Women: Energizing Spirits
Breakfast with Women: Energizing Spirits will be held March 16, 2023, in Fond du Lac, WI, in downtown's historic Hotel Retlaw. Check-in and breakfast will be available at 7:30 a.m. with the event starting promptly at 8:15 a.m. Our keynote address and formal discussion...
Society Insurance Employees Attend Emerging Leaders Conference
Heather Friedl and Stephanie Williams of Society Insurance have been recognized by the American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA) as emerging industry leaders. Friedl and Williams joined a select group of property and casualty insurance professionals at...
Former FDL resident will give presentation on her new book at library
Join former Fond du Lac resident Arletta Allen on Thursday, Feb. 23 at 6 p.m. as she gives a presentation and signs her new book, "Defy the Odds: Making the Transition from Trauma to Triumph." The presentation and book signing will be held in the McLane Room; no...
Wisconsin Rural Broadband Connectivity Initiative Virtual Event
Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at 10 a.m. CST Join Midwest staff from U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Social Security Administration (SSA), Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), and USDA Rural Development to learn about resources that...
DBIA to Launch New Round of Dairy Business Builder Grants February 20
A new round of Dairy Business Builder grants administered by the Dairy Business Innovation Alliance (DBIA) will open February 20 for small- to medium-sized dairy farmers, manufacturers, and processors in 11 Midwestern states. Businesses in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa,...
FABOH Offers Leadership Training
As shared at our 2023 Wellness Conference, FABOH has recently added to its value proposition for members by offering no-cost, in-person leadership training to support employee engagement. This series will provide quarterly training opportunities for all FABOH member...