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Bank CEO said America’s Best Banks recognition reflects its dedication to financial strength, strategic growth, customer relationships Manitowoc-headquartered Bank First was recently named one of America’s Best Banks for 2025 by Forbes, an honor that takes into...

Marian University baseball (4-5, 0-0 NACC) dropped its first game back in Wisconsin falling to Lawrence 6-4.  The Sabres were able to generate the first run when senior Gus Walker was hit by a pitch, stole two bases, and crossed home on a wild pitch. Marian tacked on...

Communities’ achievements honored at 34th annual Main Street Awards ceremony in downtown Menomonie A downtown that preserves its historic character, serves as a central place for residents to gather and engage, and provides opportunities for businesses to grow is one...

Marian University men's volleyball (10-11, 3-3 NACC) defeated North Park in five sets to close out the Cal-Lu-Fornia Inviational; 21-25, 25-15, 25-23, 25-27, 15-9.  North Park opened the match with a 5-2 lead and it proved to be all they needed in the opening set. The...

Marian University men's lacrosse (1-2, 0-0 NACC) won a defensive battle defeating Clarke 6-5 for its first win of the season.  Marian was able to have a strong start scoring with 4:42 and 36 seconds left in the opening stanza. Clarke had the lone score of the second...

A slow start proved too costly for Marian University women's lacrosse (3-4, 0-0 NACC) falling to UW-Stout 7-5.  The Blue Devils had a strong start scoring two woman-down goals and a woman-up goal to elad 3-0. Senior Izzy Newton answered with a woman-up goal of her...

Marian University men's volleyball (9-11, 3-3 NACC) fell to No. 15 UC-Santa Cruz and No. 7 Cal Lutheran in straight sets.  The opener of the day saw Marian fall to UC-Santa Cruz by a total of 8 points; 26-24, 25-22, 25-22. The Sabres had a slim 22-21 edge in the...

Marian University men's volleyball (9-9, 3-3 NACC) was defeated 25-14, 25-18, 25-23 by No. 7 Cal Lutheran to open the Cal-Lu-Fornia Invitational.  Marian trailed just 12-10 in the opening set before Cal Lutheran went on a 6-1 run to pull ahead. The Regals ended the...

Congratulations to Carol Russel, who recently retired from National Exchange Bank & Trust (NEBAT).   Before joining the bank in 2005, Russel worked as a credit administrator, customer service representative and analyst for other institutions. Russel held several...

The Wisconsin Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program is now accepting applications for $9.5 million in grants, funded by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration through the State Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program. The current round of...

Marian University women's lacrosse (3-3, 0-0 NACC) never trailed in a 12-11 win over UW-Stevens Point.  UWSP opened with a 2-1 lead but Marian then scored seven unanswered goals to take an 8-2 advantage with 8:36 left in the second quarter. Marian had a 5-2 lead after...

Becky Casper, an SSM Health Fond du Lac Regional Clinic Dermatology electrologist, has been named the newest recipient of the BEE (Be Exceptional Everyday) Award. Casper was nominated by a colleague who wrote: “Becky goes above and beyond to ensure our department runs...

This Breakfast Briefing will update HR professionals on the various employment law impacts of the Trump Administration Executive Orders, agency directives, court determinations as well as Congressional actions. Mark Kapocius and Jim Macy will sort through politics and...

Senior Nicole Stachon of Marian University women's lacrosse has been named the NACC Offensive Player of the Week. Stachon (Kenosha, Wis.) recorded 13 points as Marian split a pair of non-conference games.  Stachon opened the week scoring five goals with three assists...

The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) has extended the deadline for employers to apply for Wisconsin Fast Forward (WFF) worker training grants from March 11 until April 2 by 3 p.m. Employers of all types and sizes across Wisconsin may apply for this...

Nina Fillis recently joined National Exchange Bank & Trust, as an assistant vice president and senior trust officer at the downtown Fond du Lac office.   Fillis brings with her more than 20 years of experience in the trust industry. Prior to joining the bank,...

The Manufacturing Institute, the workforce development and education affiliate of the National Association of Manufacturers, announced the 130 recipients of its 2025 Women MAKE Awards, which honor women who have demonstrated excellence and leadership in their careers...