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Marian Athletics Announces Hall of Fame Class of 2025
Marian University Athletics has announced its Hall of Fame Class of 2025 which includes three individuals and one team. "Marian University Athletics is excited to announce our Hall of Fame Class of 2025," said Director of Athletics Tony Draves. "All three...
SSM Health Fond du Lac Regional Clinic Pediatrics team member receives BEE Award
Chloe Krumbein, an SSM Health Fond du Lac Regional Clinic Pediatrics Patient Access Representative II, has been named the newest recipient of the BEE (Be Exceptional Everyday) Award. Krumbein was nominated by a patient who wrote: “Chloe is just amazing. She is a ray...
Business Leadership Fellowship Program Now Accepting Applicants
WMC Foundation Prepares for its Fifth Annual Cohort WMC Foundation – an affiliate of Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) – has opened applications for its annual Wisconsin Leads: Executive Fellowship to Wisconsin business leaders. The program, sponsored by...
Thedacare Shares Tips for Healthier Grocery Shopping
Avoid High Sodium and Added Sugar, Embrace High Protein and Fiber Filling up the shopping cart with healthier grocery options can be a breeze, a Health Coach with ThedaCare said. Carey Grieves, the Health Coach, understands the challenges of healthy eating and healthy...
VARC and VPI Announce Merger
They are excited to share that VARC and VPI are officially merging this November, uniting two trusted organizations with a shared commitment to empowering individuals, supporting communities, and delivering high-quality services across Wisconsin. This merger...
Melinda’s Story: Heart Transplant Recipient Now Cares For Others as a Thedacare Nurse
Experience as a Patient Helps Shape Melinda Hull’s Care Philosophy On Melinda Hull’s first day as a nurse at ThedaCare, she said she felt emotional as she watched a solemn procession move through the corridors. The procession was an honor walk. The reverential...
Discover the world without leaving town at the Fond du Lac Public Library’s Multicultural Festival
Want to travel the world but don’t have the budget? Discover the rich cultural heritage from across the globe without leaving the Fond du Lac Public Library during its upcoming Multicultural Festival. On Tuesday, Aug. 19 from 2 to 4 p.m., visit the library to learn...
Moran announced as assistant coach for Sabre softball program
Kiwi Moran has been announced as an assistant coach for the Marian University softball program. "Kiwi is going to be a great addition to our softball program," said Director of Athletics Tony Draves. "Her knowledge of the game, passion for success, and desire to...
Fondue Fest Returns September 6 with Cheese,Chocolate, Music, and Family Fun
The 18th annual Fondue Fest returns to downtown Fond du Lac on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Presented by Fox Valley Savings Bank, this community favorite features live music, local food, artisan vendors, and activities for all ages. Cheese and...
Thedacare Earns National Honors For Top-Quality Stroke Care
American Heart Association Awards Highlight Commitment to Stroke Treatment ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Neenah and ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Appleton recently earned gold and silver national quality achievement awards respectively for their stroke care....
Thelma Sadoff Center For The Arts Announces New Executive Director: Dr. Paul Krikau
Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts (THELMA) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Paul Krikau, Ph.D., as its new Executive Director. Dr. Krikau brings over 20 years of leadership experience in higher education, arts programming, and community engagement. He...
SSM Health Waupun Memorial Hospital, Waupun Fire Department celebrate collaboration
The partnership between SSM Health Waupun Memorial Hospital and the Waupun Fire Department stands as a shining example of how public and private entities can work together to enhance community safety and well-being. “It has truly been, and continues to be, a great...
Community invited to thank outgoing library director during Aug. 22 celebration at Fond du Lac Public Library
Join the Fond du Lac Public Library on Friday, Aug. 22 from 2 to 5 p.m. as the community and library staff say goodbye to longtime Library Director Jon Mark Bolthouse. After 13 years leading the library, Bolthouse recently accepted a library director position at North...
Dock Spiders Fall in a Season Finale Thriller
Lakeshore defeats Fond du Lac, 3-1 The final game of the 2025 season for the Fond du Lac Dock Spiders was a nail-bitter that ultimately saw Fond du Lac fall short 3-1 in extra innings. In the finale of the 2025 season the Dock Spiders and the Chinooks squared off in...
Dock Spiders Fall to the Chinooks
Lakeshore defeats Fond du Lac, 17-7 The Dock Spiders, in their final road game of the season, fell to the Lakeshore Chinooks after allowing 18 base hits and 17 runs. The Chinooks got off to a red hot start, scoring seven runs in the first two innings before the Dock...
SSM Health Ripon Community Hospital physical therapist receives BEE Award
Morgan Zink, PT, DPT, an SSM Health Ripon Community Hospital physical therapist, has been named the newest recipient of the BEE (Be Exceptional Everyday) Award. Zink was recognized by a patient who wrote: “Morgan is an excellent therapist. She researches everything to...
SSM Health supporting Dodge County Public Health Family Fest resource fair
SSM Health is giving $5,000 to Dodge County Human Services and Health department to support its Family Fest, a resource fair designed to connect Dodge County residents with local services that improve health and well-being. More than 300 people participated in the...
Fond du Lac Regional Clinic Family Medicine LPN receives DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses honor
Kay Heus, LPN, Family Medicine, has been named a DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses winner at SSM Health Fond du Lac Regional Clinic. The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses® is part of The DAISY Foundation’s mission to recognize the extraordinary, compassionate...
Dock Spiders Outlasted by the Woodchucks
Wausau defeats Fond du Lac, 7-4 The Dock Spiders fell short in a tight contest against the Woodchucks at Athletic Park despite totalling nine hits and striking out Wausau 10 times at the plate. In the last trip to the Burrow in the 2025 season the Dock Spiders started...
Dock Spiders Knock-Off the Rafters
Fond du Lac defeats Wisconsin Rapids, 10-6 The Dock Spiders took down the Rafters in game one of a home and home set after totaling 10 runs and three extra-base hits. In the last game the Dock Spiders will play at Witter Field this season, Fond du Lac exploded to a...