Month: November 2024

Just a few weeks ago, the path ahead for the Federal Reserve looked straightforward:  With inflation cooling and the job market slowing, the Fed appeared on track to steadily cut interest rates.  In September, its officials predicted they would reduce their benchmark rate four times next year, on top of three rate cuts this year.  Yet that outlook has swiftly changed.  Several strong economic reports, combined with president-elect Donald Trump's policy proposals, have led to a […]

Coming off one of the warmest winters on record this winter is expected to be at least closer to normal in Wisconsin.  National Weather Service  meteorologist Tim Halbach says with a weak La Nina, that typically means more outbreaks of colder weather.  "You know when you hear global warming and climate change, our climate is not all of the sudden going to become Florida.  We're still going to have our bouts […]

With winter season approaching the Dodge County Highway Department is reminding motorists to treat snowplow drivers with respect and cooperation.  Highway commissioner Brian Field says snow plow operators are experiencing more and more accidents and close calls with the same people and vehicles they are trying to help.  "The number one advice anytime is to slow down,"  Field told WFDL news.  "Our drivers are trying to do their job and motorists should reciprocate […]

FOND DU LAC – Preparing the perfect feast or having a friendly competition in the backyard are just a few examples of the influx of activities around Thanksgiving. Though all part of the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, these activities can lead to quite a few unique injuries, some even requiring a trip to the emergency room. Dr. Ross Laurent, an emergency medicine physician at Aurora Medical Center – […]

MILWAUKEE, Wis. (Nov.25, 2024) – The American Red Cross of Southeast Wisconsin is looking for local heroes to be honored at the 2025 Brave Hearts Gala on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at the Hilton Milwaukee City Center in downtown Milwaukee. If you know of an individual or an organization who has gone above and beyond to save a life or make our community better, we encourage you to nominate them. To […]

Milwaukee, Wis. – Black Friday, traditionally the single busiest shopping day of the year, arrives a little late this year on November 29, with many stores advertising Black Friday prices much earlier. Instead of setting an alarm to brave crowds for deeply discounted items, dedicated shoppers are expected to look for deals online-- if they haven't already finished their holiday shopping. Retail experts predict increased mobile shopping and tighter budgets in a shorter […]

MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin Hospital Association (WHA) announced today that President and CEO Eric Borgerding will retire next year and be succeeded by WHA Senior Vice President of Government Relations, Kyle O’Brien.  Borgerding, who has been with WHA for 23 years, including the last ten as President and CEO, will step down on June 30, 2025. O’Brien, a 12-year veteran of WHA, assumes his new role on July 1, 2025, […]

Steven Magoline, MD, an SSM Health Fond du Lac Regional Clinic Orthopedics physician, is being recognized as an SSM Health OAK (One of a Kind) Award winner.  The OAK Award is specifically designed to recognize physicians and APPs from the Fond du Lac Regional Clinic, Ripon Community Hospital, St. Agnes Hospital, and Waupun Memorial Hospital who demonstrate great teamwork and communication skills, collaboration, professionalism, exemplary service, and a commitment to excellence.  Dr. […]

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur hopes the homework he did earlier this month will help his team deal with its compressed schedule over the next couple of weeks.  The Packers’ 38-10 victory Sunday over the San Francisco 49ers began a 12-day stretch in which they play three games. They’re back at Lambeau Field on Thursday night to host the Miami Dolphins before visiting the NFC North-leading […]