M3 Releases 2026 Momentum Report Highlighting Employer Action Amid Rising Healthcare Costs
MADISON, WI – M3 Insurance has released the 2026 edition of Momentum: An M3 Employee Benefits Trend Report, offering employers a data-driven look at the forces shaping healthcare spend and the strategies gaining traction as organizations prepare for 2027 and beyond. For more than two decades, M3’s annual employee benefits trend report has helped employers understand the changing benefits landscape. The 2026 Momentum report continues that evolution, moving beyond traditional benchmarking to examine what is
Historical Society sets August 1 date for farm to table fundraiser dinner
The Manitowoc County Historical Society Museum and Pinecrest Village, 924 Pinecrest Road in Manitowoc, will hold a farm to table fundraiser dinner on Saturday, August 1 from 5 pm to 10 pm. During the Roots 1906 fundraiser, guests can spend a special evening with friends, celebrating the Museum’s work preserving the history of the region. With a farm-to-table meal, delicious drinks, live music with ‘Glo and Joe’, auctions, a wine pull, and more, there is a full evening
Fox Communities Credit Union Announces $25,000 Matching Gift to Support Fox Cares Foundation
Match will double community giving during Fox Cares Foundation’s 10-year milestone campaign [Appleton, WI] — Fox Communities Credit Union is helping extend the impact of Fox Cares Foundation by providing a $25,000 dollar-for-dollar matching gift, doubling donations made during the Foundation’s anniversary campaign that will run through August 9.Founded in 2016 by Fox Communities Credit Union, Fox Cares Foundation was created to expand the positive impact that giving can have across our communities, and to
America250 Essay Contest Opportunity
Congressman Grothman is inviting Wisconsin students of the 6th Congressional District to share their voices and engage in civic discourse as we celebrate the nation's 250th birthday. This contest offers 6th-12th grade students of Wisconsin’s 6th Congressional District a chance to engage deeply with our nation’s patriotic and democratic values while developing critical thinking and writing skills. We ask that you communicate this opportunity to your community and encourage their participation. This is a
At the Manitowoc County Historical Society in June: Kids Free Days, Overnight at Pinecrest, and Thro
At the Manitowoc County Historical Society in June: Kids Free Days, Overnight at Pinecrest, and Throwback adventures Here's what is happening at the Manitowoc County Historical Society Museum and Pinecrest Village, 924 Pinecrest Road in Manitowoc, in July:Kids Free Days: Thursdays in July from 10 am to 4 pm; Every Thursday in July, all kids 12 and under will receive free admission to the Museum! Bring out the whole family to experience history in action around the Village.Each
Historical Society plans Civil War themed summer day camp for August 4 and 5
The Manitowoc County Historical Society Museum and Pinecrest Village, 924 Pinecrest Road in Manitowoc, will hold a Civil War themed summer camp on August 4 and 5, from 9 am to 3 pm each day. The 2-day Civil War Camp, Call of Duty 1862, takes youth age 6 to 12 years old beyond the pages of history books. The camp brings local Civil War era stories to life with hands-on demonstrations, activities, and skill-building. The camp will consist of activities that relate to the
Historical Society holds themed July 11 overnight at Pinecrest Village
The Manitowoc County Historical Society Museum and Pinecrest Village, 924 Pinecrest Road in Manitowoc, will hold a family-friendly overnight adventure on Saturday, July 11 beginning at 5 pm into Sunday, July 12 at 10 am. Guests will set up their own campsite before taking part in a full weekend immersed in 19th century family focused activities. Guests will tour the Pinecrest Village grounds by lantern light, play historical games, and make historical crafts. It’s the perfect
Historical Society hold Kids Free Thursdays in July 2026
The Manitowoc County Historical Society, 924 Pinecrest Road, Manitowoc, will offer free general admission to kids under the age of 12 on Thursdays in the month of July, from 10 am to 4 pm. There is a limit of 3 free children with one paid adult admission. Each week will feature an exciting new theme in the Historic Village with hands-on activities will taking place from 10 am to 1 pm. Themed activities include:Thursday: July 2: Celebrating America’s IndependenceThursday, July 9: Work
Fox Communities Credit Union Announces Erin Miller as Assistant Vice President of Project Delivery
Fox Communities Credit Union Announces Erin Miller as Assistant Vice President of Project Delivery APPLETON, Wis. (June 2026) – Fox Communities Credit Union is pleased to announce the hiring of Erin Miller as its new Assistant Vice President of Project Delivery, a leadership role focused on advancing the organization’s strategic initiatives and strengthening enterprise project execution. Miller has more than 13 years of experience in banking, project management, and business systems analysis, with a
Fox Communities Credit Union Announces Jason Dostal as Assistant Vice President of Software Enginee
Fox Communities Credit Union Announces Jason Dostal as Assistant Vice President of Software Engineering APPLETON, Wis. (June 2026) – Fox Communities Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Jason Dostal as its new Assistant Vice President of Software Engineering, a key leadership role responsible for advancing the organization’s software engineering capabilities and driving its AI strategy.Dostal brings more than 20 years of experience in technology leadership, infrastructure engineering, and
Fox Communities Credit Union Announces Lindsay LaCourse as Vice President of Product Growth
Fox Communities Credit Union Announces Lindsay LaCourse as Vice President of Product Growth APPLETON, Wis. (June 2026) – Fox Communities Credit Union is pleased to announce the hiring of Lindsay LaCourse as Vice President of Product Growth, a newly established leadership role focused on accelerating product innovation, product experience, and member growth across the organization. LaCourse brings more than 15 years of experience in product and digital marketing and financial services, with a proven track
Hamann breaks ground on Eck Industries Employee Center
Hamann breaks ground on Eck Industries Employee Center MANITOWOC - Hamann Construction recently broke ground on a 6,315-square-foot Employee Center addition to Eck Industries in Manitowoc. The L-shaped project will include an employee breakroom, new locker rooms, a first aid and safety office, and a connecting corridor to the existing facility. The new addition will feature a Ceco pre-engineered metal building structure with masonry interior walls, creating a durable and functional space for Eck employees.
Ascend Services Announces New Board Member Sheila Hansen
Manitowoc WI., June 17, 2026 – The Ascend Board of Directors proudly announces the appointment of its newest board member, a dedicated 34-year veteran first-grade teacher and enthusiastic community advocate with a deep, lifelong commitment to special education and local service. Bringing an extensive background in both Elementary and Special Education, the new board member joins Ascend with a unique blend of professional expertise and deep personal experience. Upon the birth of their daughter, who was
Lakeshore College receives $10,000 grant from Dollar General Literacy Foundation
CLEVELAND, Wis. — Lakeshore College has been awarded a $10,000 grant from the Dollar General Literacy Foundation to expand adult education and English Language Learner (ELL) programming across its service area. The award is part of a record-setting day of giving by the Foundation, which distributed nearly $16 million to support adult, family, and summer literacy programs in the 48 states where Dollar General operates. “We are grateful to the Dollar General Literacy Foundation for its investment in adult
Manitowoc Tourism Continued to Break Records in 2025
[Manitowoc, WI] - The Wisconsin Department of Tourism released 2025 economic impact data showing Manitowoc County generated a record tourism economic impact of $240 million, contributing ot Wisconsin tourism's booming year. Manitowoc County broke its economic impact record set in 2024, marking yet another record-breaking year for the tourism industry. Statewide, Wisconsin tourism is booming, generating a record $27 billion in economic impact in 2025. The highest-ever visitation fueled the state’s
Historical Society hosts Old Fashioned Fish Fryday on July 10
Fish frys will again return to the Meeme House, one of the historic structures that make up the Manitowoc County Historical Society’s Museum and Pinecrest Village. Fish frys were a staple at the establishment when it was in operation as Sessler’s Meeme House. Pictured here in this undated photo are patrons at the Meeme House. Download Image link The Manitowoc County Historical Society Museum and Pinecrest Village, 924 Pinecrest Road in Manitowoc, will hold a series of Old Fashioned Fish Frydays
Miracle League of the Lakeshore Takes Everyone Out to the Ballgame
WISCONSIN — Opening day for the Miracle League of the Lakeshore, a program of Goodwill North Central Wisconsin (Goodwill NCW), is Monday, June 8. The League is entering its 12th season and will run for eight weeks beginning in June, with 79 players expected to participate this year.Throughout the season, children and teens with disabilities will have the opportunity to play baseball in an organized, noncompetitive league on a safe, accessible field. In addition to learning the fundamentals of the game,
Historical Society hold Kids Free Thursdays in July
Press Release: Historical Society holds Kids Free Thursdays in July The Manitowoc County Historical Society, 924 Pinecrest Road, Manitowoc, will offer free general admission to kids under the age of 12 on Thursdays in the month of July, from 10 am to 4 pm. There is a limit of 3 free children with one paid adult admission. Each week will feature an exciting new theme in the Historic Village with hands-on activities will taking place from 10 am to 1 pm. Themed activities
Felician Village Announces Development of New Assisted Living Unit: The Commons at Felician Village
Manitowoc, WI — June 3, 2026 — The Felician Village Board of Directors have officially approved plans for a new 20-bed assisted living unit, The Commons at Felician Village, further expanding its commitment to meeting the evolving needs of older adults in the Manitowoc area. The Commons at Felician Village will be a state-licensed Community-Based Residential Facility (CBRF) and will be developed through the transformation of the organization’s former Next Step Rehabilitation unit. This strategic shift
651 Students named to Dean’s List at Lakeshore College
CLEVELAND, WI – Lakeshore College named 651 students to its spring 2026 Dean’s List. To make the list, students must have completed six or more credits for the term and earned a minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale. The 430 students who earned presidential honors, which require a 4.0 GPA, are indicated with an asterisk. Students are listed by their Wisconsin hometown unless otherwise noted. AdellLucas Lavalley, Aidin Woodbury* AmherstStefanie Carlson* ArpinSamantha Stanton BelgiumMason Berndt, Sawyer
