(Fond du Lac) Moraine Park Technical College is celebrating the ongoing success of their medical laboratory technician (MLT) program and its recent graduates who earned a 100 percent pass rate on the national certification exam. This is the tenth consecutive year that graduates have earned this distinction, and it is a true testament to the quality of training and real-life preparation. Dean of Health and Human Services Chris Schaatz says the program is supported by highly skilled faculty and a strong advisory committee. There were seven graduates this past May and the program can accept a maximum of 14 students for each cohort. A link to more information about the program will be available with this story at DailyDodge.com.
(Beaver Dam) The Dodge County Fair Association is inviting the public to showcase their interests and talents by exhibiting in Open Class. In order to exhibit, you must submit an entry form and pay exhibitor fees and applicable stall fees by July 19th. Entries may be submitted online at dodgecountyfair.fairentry.com or via paper copy to the Fair Office. The exhibitor fee is $28 and includes a season pass for the 2024 Dodge County Fair.
(Madison) The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is now accepting applications for the E-Cycle Wisconsin Electronics Collection Grant for projects hosting an electronics collection site or event between September 2024 and December 2025. The DNR will give priority to projects in counties that do not have a permanent collection site open to all residents registered under E-Cycle Wisconsin. This includes projects in Calumet, Crawford, Florence, Green Lake, and Iowa counties, just to name a few. Applications are due at 5pm on July 31, 2024. A link to more details and the application will be available with this story at DailyDodge.com.
(Wisconsin) The 2024 fair season in Wisconsin has begun and with it comes with an opportunity for Wisconsinites of all ages to visit animals up close. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is reminding residents that animals can carry diseases that may make people sick, but simple steps can be taken to have a safe and enjoyable time. Some precautions include washing your hands with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds or using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer after touching animals or leaving areas with animals. The 2024 fair season takes place as the DHS and DATCP continue to monitor cases of HPAI (H5N1) in dairy herds, wild birds, and domestic poultry flocks. Links to additional information will be available with this story at DailyDodge.com. The Dodge County Fair takes place August 14th through the 18th, right here in Beaver Dam.
(Wisconsin) Unfortunate but true, there are those who try and benefit from the damage that floods cause your home. Michelle Reinen is the Administrator for the state’s Division of Trade and Consumer Protection. She says you have to watch out for those door-to-door and fly-by-night contractors that promise to repair your home or waterproof your basement but only want to take your money. She recommends doing your research. Make sure they provide some type of warranty or guarantee on the work. Reinen says check with family and friends to get their opinion and see what they have heard. She says red flags to watch out for include; if they pressure you to sign a contract right away, will not put anything in writing, can’t provide legitimate references, and tell you they will do the talking to your insurance company. She also notes that most municipalities require permits for door-to-door sales or work so check with your city, town or village.
