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Marian women’s bowling opens second half strong at ISBPA/Kegel Classic
Marian University women's bowling opened the second half of the season with a ninth-place finish at the ISBPA/Kegel Classic. Marian finished with a total of 7,503 to finish ninth in the field of 50 teams. Mount Mercy was the lone score to finish above 8,000 at 8,003...
Magnuson earns NCHA Star of the Week selection
Freshman Sydney Magnuson of Marian University women's hockey has earned an NCHA Star of the Week selection. Magnuson (Neillsville, Wis.) led Marian to a dramatic overtime victory over Aurora to finish a three-point weekend for the Sabres. Magnuson made 22 saves for a...
No. 7 Marian ACHA D2 sweeps DePaul to open second half
No. 7 Marian University ACHA D2 (14-2-0, 9-0-0 NCHL) defeated DePaul 12-1 and 5-0 to open the second half of the season. GAME 1 (HOME, W, 12-1) After a competitive opening period, it was all Marian in the opener of the non-conference series. Cayden Frenette had the...
Foundation for Ripon Community Hospital joins Agnesian HealthCare Foundation
In its nearly 90 years history, SSM Health Ripon Community Hospital programs and services have been supported by The Foundation for Ripon Community Hospital. During that time, the foundation has striven to enhance the health of the people of the greater Ripon area by...
Marian men’s basketball wins thriller against Benedictine
Marian University men's basketball (13-3, 6-3 NACC) used a late triple from senior Mahlik Hall to defeat Benedictine 71-69. After a small lead of 6-5 favored Benedictine, Marian took the first sizeable lead of the game with a 15-4 spurt. This proved to be the largest...
One quarter sinks Sabre women’s basketball
Marian University women's basketball (3-12, 1-5 NACC) was defeated by Benedictine 64-49. Marian closed out the opening quarter with five unanswered points and led 12-8 after the first 10 minutes. Benedictine dominated in the second quarter, however, outscoring Marian...
Sabre NCAA men’s hockey drops heartbreaker to No. 5/7 Aurora
Marian University men's ice hockey (6-11-0, 3-7-0 NCHA) went toe-to-toe with No. 5/7 Aurora for a second straight day but fell to the Spartans 4-3. Aurora was able to strike quickly and took a 2-0 lead after the first 20 minutes of action. Marian had a strong first...
Dock Spiders Seeking Host Families for 2025
The Fond du Lac Dock Spiders are seeking host families to welcome players into their homes for the 2025 season. Host families agree to house, feed, and provide support to the collegiate players who call the Fond du Laccommunity home during their Northwoods League...
Frozen Water Line
URGENT MESSAGE!! Due to extreme cold weather conditions forecasted for the Fond du Lac this week the Water Utility is encouraging customers to protect water pipes in their homes and businesses from breaking or freezing. Safeguard your property by taking a few simple...
Dairy Business Association elects new president
The Dairy Business Association elected a new president during the group’s annual business meeting at DBA’s Dairy Strong conference. Greg Siegenthaler, vice president milk marketing, sustainability and sourcing for Grande Cheese in Fond Du Lac, was elected president....
Marian women’s hockey defeats Aurora in overtime
Marian University women's ice hockey (5-11-1, 3-6-1 NCHA) overcame an overtime defeat the previous day defeating Aurora 2-1 in overtime to salvage a split. Marian quickly found the scoreboard again when senior Jadyn Gorski lit the lamp just 2:46 into the game with...
Marian men’s volleyball opens season with two wins
Marian University men's volleyball (2-0, 0-0 NACC) defeated Simpson in straight sets and UW-Stevens Point in five sets to open the season. MARIAN VS. SIMPSON (W - 25-14, 25-16, 25-20) The Sabres jumped out to an early 8-4 lead and pulled away in the opening set...
Small business advice and training program expands
Small businesses throughout Wisconsin can receive free advice and training thanks to a new partnership between the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation and the Universities of Wisconsin’s Office for Business and Entrepreneurship. The Main Street Bounceback...
Marian field hockey places 12 on CFHC Academic Honor Roll
A total of 12 student-athletes from the Marian University field hockey have been named to the CFHC Academic Honor Roll. A total of 87 student-athletes from the conference were recognized in the inaugural academic honor roll. To qualify, a student-athlete must...
Upset bid falls just short for Sabre NCAA men’s hockey
Marian University men's ice hockey (6-10-0, 3-6-0 NCHA) led after the opening period but fell to No. 5/7 Aurora 4-2. The Sabres struck first with 8:08 left in the opening period when senior Daunte Fortner scored with an assist from freshman Edison Weeks. Aurora...
Marian women’s hockey takes point from Aurora
Marian University women's ice hockey (4-11-1, 2-6-1 NCHA) led late but fell to Aurora 4-3 in overtime. It took the Sabres just 16 seconds to open the scoring when sophomore Ella Spies scored without an assist. Then at the 5:16 mark the Sabres put themselves ahead...
DWD announces available Fast Forward funding
The Department of Workforce Development (DWD) on Thursday announced that roughly $1 million in expanded Wisconsin Fast Forward funding is available to Wisconsin school districts to help train students for future careers in advanced manufacturing and construction....
Ribbon Cutting at DuFrane Moving and Storage/DuFrane Logistics
Envision Greater Fond du Lac hosted a ribbon cutting at member organization, DuFrane Moving and Storage/DuFrane Logistics to celebrate the rebrand of DuFrane Moving and the establishment of DuFrane Logistics, LLC. DuFrane specializes in a variety of services such as...
Daugherty announced as head coach for Marian men’s lacrosse
James Daugherty has been announced as the sixth head coach of the Marian University men's lacrosse program. Daugherty brings with him a wealth of NCAA Division III experience having served in a coaching role at the Division III ranks since 2018. Most recently, he...
Horicon Bank names Chief Lending Officer and Chief Banking Officer
“Terry and Steve have propelled the Horicon Bank team forward with their dedication, innovative spirit and collaborative approach to community banking,” said Fred C. Schwertfeger, Horicon Bank President. O’Connor began his career at Horicon Bank in 1998 as Vice...



















