Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of January.
Good morning, Fond du Lac.
Erin Rosenmeier was hired as Assistant Vice President of Retail Loan Operations at National Exchange Bank and Trust; she worked at Chase Bank for nine years and now lives in Beaver Dam to help her community.
Teens in Fond du Lac County can enter the 12th-annual Teens Photo Contest at the Public Library starting Feb.
1 until April 10 at 6 p.m., with the best entry winning a $250 Visa gift card. A VIP panel will judge entries before they are exhibited in May.
Marian University Black Student Union will host its Annual Soul Food Dinner to celebrate Black History Month, inviting campus and community members.
The event will offer a catered meal and speeches from former BSU members on the importance of family in academic success.
Marian University cut tuition for its online Respiratory Therapy Completion Program to $295 per credit — letting licensed respiratory therapists complete the degree in as little as 18 months with accelerated seven-week courses and six flexible start dates.
Lakeland University will open a new office on the Moraine Park Technical College campus in Fond du Lac on Feb.
18 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 3 p.m. The move strengthens the partnership between the schools — supporting student access and smoother pathways to education.
Eligible Wisconsin adults may openly carry firearms in public spaces except near schools — a 1,000-foot buffer — and on federal property, while concealed carry permit holders may carry in bars if sober; local experts advise reviewing the regulations before carrying.
The first measles case in Wisconsin this year was reported in Waukesha County from a traveler.
Health officials advise travelers planning winter vacations to check measles activity and update vaccinations (exposure notifications are underway).
ThedaCare now offers NeuroBlate — a new image-guided laser therapy for brain tumors — in northeast and central Wisconsin after first using it on a patient in mid-January.
The less invasive procedure reduces travel for patients needing advanced neurosurgical care close to home.
Marian University's men's basketball team beat Maranatha Baptist by 75 to 57.
The Sabres built their lead with a 15 to 5 run before halftime & kept a strong defense that forced 25 turnovers, marking their eighth straight win against longtime rivals.
Junior Cole Carlson of Marian University was named NCHA Star of the Week after earning five points in two games against Lawrence & the Vikings, including a three-point game and an overtime multi-goal win.
Marian will open a home series with MSOE Friday, Jan. 30 at 7 p.m.
Marian University men’s Sabres finished second at the third GLBC bowling meet today with a 216.8 average in Baker play and an overall score of 8,890 pins – they were one of four teams to surpass 5,000 pins in traditional play.
Marian University hockey finished nonconference play with two home wins over Lake Superior State by scores of 5-2 & 3-2, as the team used rapid scoring and strong shot counts to secure the series.
Bones for Life/ATM Class
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — YMCA Membership/or daily fee — Engage in gentle movements to enhance balance and posture in a supportive environment.
Bones for Life/ATM(R) Class
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — YMCA Membership/or daily fee — Experience gentle movements that enhance balance and posture while reprogramming your nervous system.
BEA-CON 2026
9:30 a.m.–10:00 p.m. — Lakeside Park — $25 per badge — Enjoy an all-day board gaming event filled with fun, fellowship, and a variety of games for all ages.
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