Member News
Dock Spiders Adding New Ballpark Bar
Rounding Third presented by Central Standard Craft Distillery will offer a full-service bar to Fond du Lac Fans! Rounding Third presented by Central Standard Craft Distillery improves an already popular space at Marian University’s Herr-Baker Field by adding a...
Kondex Hosts Expansion Groundbreaking Celebration
On April 20, 2022, Kondex Corporation hosted a groundbreaking celebration to kick off the construction of a 60,000 square-foot expansion to its Lomira, Wisconsin manufacturing facility. Kondex President Keith Johnson, VP of Manufacturing Brian Bloczynski, Owner Scott...
Project G.R.I.L.L. Unveiling Event Scheduled
Project G.R.I.L.L., a program of Envision Greater Fond du Lac, will host their 14th annual unveiling event on Friday, May 6, from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at Festival Foods in Fond du Lac. A public ceremony will happen from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.; the Brat Barn...
Wisconsin bill would allow student teachers to sub in classrooms
The Assembly will consider a bill Tuesday to expand the substitute teaching pool and help schools facing staff and substitute shortages around the state. Last week, the bill unanimously passed the Assembly Committee on Education, with both Democrats and Republicans...
CSA Conservancy Ribbon Cutting & Open Grounds
The Congregation of Sisters of St. Agnes invites you to attend our Ribbon Cutting to celebrate the signing of our Conservation Easement Document, in partnership with Glacial Lakes Conservancy, protecting 237 acres of Earth in perpetuity. Please join us for our...
Ten New North manufacturers are finalists in MOTY awards
Twenty-six Wisconsin manufacturers statewide have been selected as finalists for the 33rd Annual Manufacturer of the Year (MOTY) Awards, including 10 companies from the New North region. The MOTY program recognizes the state’s top manufacturers of all sectors and...
Ag In The Classroom: Awards grants to fund Ag literacy projects
The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Foundation’s Ag in the Classroom program has awarded $6,000 to schools and organizations to expand agricultural literacy. Groups, schools and organizations can apply for up to $500 as part of the Ag in the Classroom’s matching grant program...
Open Road Harley-Davidson celebrates 15 years
In 2007, with determination and a dream to turn a hobby into a thriving powersports business, partners Pete Johnson and Lori Thiel formed Open Road Harley-Davidson with one goal in mind: to sell Harley-Davidson motorcycles and deliver exceptional customer service,...
Steve Holz Celebrates 30 Years at National Exchange Bank & Trust
Steve Holz, executive vice president – commercial lending, celebrated 30 years of service to National Exchange Bank & Trust on March 24. Holz joined the bank in March 1992, in the credit department as a credit analyst at our Fond du Lac office on South Main...
2022 Individual Game Tickets Available on April 30
Rummage Sale, Food Trucks, and Marian University Baseball Doubleheader to Highlight the Day Individual game tickets for all 2022 Fond du Lac Dock Spiders home games will be available on Saturday, April 30 during an event at Herr-Baker Field on the campus of Marian...
Envision Greater Fond du Lac hires Sarah Van Buren as Director of Business Intelligence
Envision Greater Fond du Lac has hired Sarah Van Buren as the Director of Business Intelligence. “I am excited to take on this role,” Van Buren said. “There is a lot of opportunity for Envision Greater Fond du Lac to continue relationships with its partners and find...
Insight Announces 2022 Women of Influence in the New North Region Awards
After receiving more than 75 nominations from across the 18 counties of the New North region, Insight Publications’ selection committee for the 2022 Women of Influence in the New North Region Awards has named eight honorees who will be recognized this August as Women...
2021-22 Leadership Fond du Lac Completion Ceremony Scheduled
Envision Greater Fond du Lac's Leadership Fond du Lac class of 2021-22 will be recognized during the annual completion ceremony on Wednesday, May 18, beginning at 5:15 p.m. at the Radisson Hotel & Conference Center. This event will also recognize the 2021 Donald...
Wisconsin Safety Council Announces 10 Corporate Safety Award Winners
Wisconsin Safety Council – the state’s leading provider of safety training and products – announced the 28th annual Corporate Safety Award winners on Monday. There were 10 companies recognized for their dedication to prioritizing safety culture in the workplace and...
MENASHA CORPORATION CFO THOMAS M. RETTLER TO RETIRE
Menasha Corporation announces Thomas M. Rettler, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will retire on June 3, 2022. Rettler joined Menasha Corporation in 2008 as Chief Financial Officer, bringing a wide range of financial management and business...
Envision Greater Fond du Lac promotes Qualmann, Venhuizen
Envision Greater Fond du Lac recently promoted Tracy Qualmann to Senior Director of Marketing and Communication and Joe Venhuizen to Senior Director of Membership and Programs. “These new appointments will allow both Tracy and Joe the opportunity to focus on tasks as...
Upcoming Reconstruction Projects
The City of Fond du Lac along with the WI Dept. of Transportation and Fond du lac County HighwayDepartment have several reconstruction planned for 2022. Inevitably, some projects will affecttraffic, requiring road restriction, closures, and detours. Schedules for...
Ribbon Cutting at The Great Escape Fond du Lac
Celebrating the opening of the Fond du Lac’s one and only escape room! Envision Greater Fond du Lac hosted a ribbon cutting at The Great Escape Fond du Lac to commemorate their opening. The Great Escape Fond du Lac is a family-owned business, run by Emily and Chad...
Beacon House to host their 23nd Annual Beacon Auction
The Beacon House will host their 23nd Annual Beacon Auction on Sunday, April 24, 2022, from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. A preview of the items is available online from April 15 - 24, 2022. To schedule an appointment to view the items, interested parties can call Wendy at...
Dock Spiders Hiring Fair Scheduled for April 13 from 4-7 p.m.
Apply, interview, and get hired on the spot! Join the Dock Spiders team this season! Attend the Dock Spiders Hiring Fair on Wednesday, April 13 between 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at the Dock Spiders front office at Herr-Baker Field. The club is accepting applications and...