A Menasha man accused of setting a fire to his girlfriend's Fond du Lac home that injured a teenage girl has been bound over for trial. Probable cause was found at a preliminary hearing for 61 year old Michael Perez. He is accused of setting the fire at the Packer Street residence last September by setting a gasoline can on fire not knowing a 16 year old girl was sleeping […]
(Washington, D.C.) – Congressman Glenn Grothman (WI-06) has reintroduced the bipartisan Air America Act, which will correct an inequity suffered by the brave Americans who are former employees of Air America by ensuring they receive the federal retirement benefits and recognition they have earned. This legislation was inspired by Neil Hansen, a resident of Wisconsin’s Sixth District, who was a pilot for Air America during the Vietnam War. Between 1950 and 1976, […]
Lakeland Care, Inc. is proud to announce that it has been named a recipient of the USA Today Top Workplaces Award for 2025. This marks the fourth Top Workplaces recognition for the organization, with previous honors in 2024 for achievements in work-life flexibility, healthcare industry, and employee well-being. The award celebrates companies that excel in creating a positive, engaging, and inclusive environment where employees thrive. The USA Today Top Workplaces […]
Club presidents for both the Ripon Noon Kiwanis and Ripon Early Bird Kiwanis recently presented two iPads to local community member Sam, who's two children are on the Autism Spectrum. As part of the Wisconsin Upper Michigan Kiwanis district Autism Project, Kiwanis Clubs donate iPads for families with Children on the spectrum; which the children can use as part of their development and communication using specialized apps that suit […]
DENVER (AP) — Wisconsin backup forward Carter Gilmore made a sweet 3, then turned to the Montana fans and signaled for them to “shhhh.” Back on defense, he took a charge from one Montana player, then altered another’s shot. By the time Gilmore’s flurry was over Thursday, the game pretty much was, too. The Badgers pulled away for their first March Madness win in three years, 85-66 over the Grizzlies. “He's […]
The local unemployment rate jumped significantly to start the new year. The state Department of Workforce Development says the January unemployment rate in Dodge County was 3.1 percent..up from 2.4 percent in December. The Fond du Lac County rate was up seven-tenths of a percent to 3.3 percent. The city of Fond du lac’s jobless rate in January was 3.8 percent, up from 3.1 percent in December. The preliminary unemployment rates increased in all 13 […]
The Department of Public Works would like to inform the motoring public of the one week closure of S Hickory Street between Emma Street and Ruggles Street. The closure will be in place Tuesday, March 25 th at 7:00 am and remain closed until end of day Monday, March 31 st . The closure will be in place to allow for water utility repairs and pavement restoration.
MADISON – Wisconsin Farm Bureau Foundation’s Agriculture in the Classroom program has awarded $5,000 to educators and agriculture literacy programs. Grant dollars will support innovative core curricula initiatives that incorporate agriculture concepts while helping students meet academic standards and develop career readiness skills. “Agricultural literacy allows educators to embed cross-curricular connections that incorporate social studies, science, health and nutrition, math, art and more while helping students to build awareness and understanding […]
Fond du Lac, WI – The Gratitude Club, a cornerstone of Fond du Lac’s recovery community, is pleased to invite the public to an Open House on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at its location, 295 Ruggles Street, Fond du Lac, WI. Often referred to as "Fond du Lac’s best-kept secret," the Gratitude Club provides a welcoming and supportive environment for individuals on their recovery journey. […]