Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of January.
Good morning, Fond du Lac.
Contractors set up signage at 477 west Johnson Street, the old O’Reilly Auto Parts (now at 528 west Johnson Street) as Pet Supplies Plus readies to bring pet foods, supplies and grooming services to Fond du Lac; a press release said it will open early this year.
Marian University lowered tuition to $295 per credit for its online Dental Hygiene Completion program, offering licensed dental hygienists a flexible route to earn a bachelor’s degree.
The program provides accelerated courses for working professionals seeking career advancement.
Fond du Lac employers are urged by the Department of Workforce Development to apply for Wisconsin Fast Forward grants that cover costs for customized training.
Applications are due by 3 p.m. CST Wednesday, Feb. 18 (grants range from $5,000 to over $400,000 for consortium applicants).
Wisconsin health officials continue to recommend vaccines even after the CDC removed flu, COVID-19, meningococcal, RSV, hepatitis, and rotavirus shots from its universal list.
The department (in line with pediatric guidelines) urges parents with questions to consult their doctors.
ADVOCAP partnered with Collaborative Wellness to expand mental health care access for residents by offering confidential in-person and virtual therapy sessions at its Fond du Lac office at 19 W.
1st Street, with all therapists accepting Medicaid and other insurance plans.
Marian University men’s volleyball finished ninth in the NACC preseason poll with 132 points + the team will open its season at the Jim Coleman Memorial Invitational hosted by Wittenberg on Jan.
16-17 by playing Westminster, Wittenberg, Thiel, and Eastern Mennonite.
Today, Marian University women’s basketball lost 71-45 to St. Norbert in a fast paced contest as the Green Knights extended their undefeated record to eight wins; Marian matched its season high with eight three-pointers but struggled with offense.
Marian University named Amanda Roessler as its fifth head coach for the field hockey program.
The former Swarthmore player, who coached at Brookfield Academy and for the Lift Field Hockey Club, will lead the team in upcoming competitions.
Marian University men's basketball (7-5, 4-2 NACC) led by five at halftime but lost 66-59 to St. Norbert after the Green Knights posted a 40-point second-half surge.
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3-7 p.m. — W4166 Silica Rd, Fond du Lac, WI — Check event page for ticket info — Experience sensory-immersive winter play with new and old friends.
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