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USDA Seeks Grant Applications for Distance Learning and Telemedicine Program
Applications due by January 30, 2023 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Under Secretary Xochitl Torres Small today announced that USDA is accepting grant applications for the Distance Learning and Telemedicine (DLT) program to help people in rural...
The Arc Fond du Lac will host training classes in December
The public is invited to attend the following courses: Core CBRF Courses: Standard Precautions – December 15 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm* (7 openings) Medication Administration -November 30 from 8:00 am – 3:00 pm & Dec 1 from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm** (5 openings) First Aid...
Discover the special ‘Line of Vision’ by a local artist at Langdon Divers Gallery
During December, the Langdon Divers Community Gallery will host a special gallery showing by a local artist. From Dec. 7 to Jan. 3, view “Line of Vision” at the Fond du Lac Public Library to see the work of Malachi Schmidt, a 20-year-old savant artist living in Fond...
Cool crafts planned during December at FDLPL
Looking for a creative outlet as the days get shorter? The Fond du Lac Public Library is offering two art and craft programs this month to help you create a gift or just have a little fun as the seasons shift. On Monday, Dec. 5, Bad Art Night returns. Celebrate the...
Create a gift (or treat yourself) at FDLPL’s Idea Studio
Not sure what to give a friend or family member this holiday season? Let the Idea Studio at the Fond du Lac Public Library help you out, or give you a reason to treat yourself, via a series of December programs. On Tuesday, Dec. 6 at 6 p.m. in the Idea Studio, get...
FDLPL will heat up December with Winter Reading & FDL Reads programs
Put on your best flannel and say “no, yeah!” to two big programs that start in December at the Fond du Lac Public Library. This month, the library invites the Fond du Lac community to read “The Midwest Survival Guide” by Wisconsin’s favorite comedian and author,...
Book-lovers unite! Chat about books at FDLPL during December
Love to discuss books with other book-lovers? The Fond du Lac Public Library has a series of upcoming events just for you. The library will continue to host a fireside Book Chat every Tuesday through Dec. 20. This program, which will begin at 9:30 a.m. at the...
Santa is coming to FDLPL to celebrate a Winter Wonderland
The big guy in the red suit, Santa Claus, is returning to the Fond du Lac Public Library on Wednesday, Dec. 7 as the youth services department turns the entire library into a Winter Wonderland. The Winter Wonderland Celebration will be just one of many events...
YP of the Month – Bethany Warntjes
First and Last Name: Bethany Warntjes Hometown: Fond du Lac, WI Educational Background: Bachelor of Arts Degree, Double Major in Psychology and Human Social Services from Wisconsin Lutheran College '16 in Milwaukee. Describe Yourself in Three Words: Achiever. Helper....
USDA Seeks Applications to Support Rural Entrepreneurs and Create Jobs for People in Rural America
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Under Secretary Xochitl Torres Small recently announced that USDA is accepting applications to support economic development and create jobs for people in rural America. USDA is making this funding available under...
Pray with a Sister During Advent
As Advent approaches, people throughout the world will focus on hope, peace, love, and joy, but we know that the holidays can also be filled with needs for comfort and companionship. With that in mind, the Sisters of St. Agnes offer time each week of Advent when...
Eight local entrepreneurial pitch contest winners advance to Dec. 1 NEW Launch Alliance regional pitch competition at TitletownTech
Local contest winners demonstrate variety of creative business ideas in New North region Eight entrepreneurial pitch winners who advanced from local pitch competitions hosted by collaborative local partners will vie for additional prize money at a regional pitch...
YMCA Annual – Calling Community for a Cause Fundraiser
On Tuesday, December 6, 2022, the Fond du Lac Family YMCA will be hosting our 2nd annual fundraiser, “Calling Community for a Cause.” This radio-a-thon, silent auction, and cash raffle event, in partnership with Sunny 97.7 FM, will help support cancer survivors in our...
Dock Spiders Announce Cyber Weekend Deals for November 25-28
Fond du Lac Dock Spiders ticket package specials and Holiday Packs are available now, but will include a complimentary first pitch when purchased during Cyber Weekend, from November 25-28. New this season – FREE JERSEY! All ticket packages renewed or purchased by...
The Saint Nicholas Faire
The Cathedral Church of Saint Paul, Fond du Lac, will present its annual Saint Nicholas Faire on Saturday, December 3, beginning at 9:00 a.m. and ending at 3:00 p.m. This year, the Cathedral will be staged as an old English Christmas market and will feature...
Dairy Scholarships Available To College Students
The Wisconsin State Fair Dairy Promotion Board is offering $1,000 scholarships for use during the second semester of the 2023-24 school year. Third and fourth-year college students or second-year short course/technical college students pursuing a dairy-related or food...
Workplace stress and mental health: OSHA launches webpage
A new webpage published by OSHA is intended to help employers and workers manage workplace stress while maintaining mental health amid a shifting work climate. According to NIOSH, nearly 1 out of 5 U.S. adults live with a mental illness. World Health Organization...
Wisconsin Bankers Association: Honors 23 bankers at association event
On Thursday morning, 23 Wisconsin bankers and 11 banks were honored by the Wisconsin Bankers Foundation (WBF) for their efforts in promoting financial literacy to Wisconsin’s consumers. WBF is the nonprofit arm of the Wisconsin Bankers Association (WBA) whose mission...
The Great American Smokeout is Thursday November 17
Local health advocates: there are lots of ways to get help The annual Great American Smokeout is scheduled for Thursday, November 17. The event, sponsored by the American Cancer Society, encourages people who currently smoke to quit even if it’s just for one day. This...
City/County Government Center Thanksgiving Hours
City offices in the City/County Government Center will be closed on November 24th and 25th in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. The Municipal Service Center office will be closed on November 24th and 25th. However, yard waste and brush may still be dropped off...