Marshfield, Wis.-based Forward Bank committed $100,000 to the Griese Park, Wis., playground renovation project. .The renovated park will feature updated playgrounds, gathering spaces and accessibility features. According to the bank, the importance of outdoor spaces where kids can play is becoming more important amid rising phone use.The project is being driven by a Marshfield Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry Leadership Marshfield class seeking to reimagine the space for future generations. The name of the playground is expected to be announced soon. “Griese Park has been a central part of Marshfield family life for decades, and this renovation ensures that future generations have a safe, fun, and active place to play,” said Forward Bank CEO Bill Sennholz. “In a world filled with screens and distractions, we’re investing in a space that gets kids moving, families gathering, and our community thriving. This is about more than a park — it’s about building lifelong memories and a healthier future.”
Marshfield, Wis.-based Forward Bank committed $100,000 to the Griese Park, Wis., playground renovation project. .The renovated park will feature updated playgrounds, gathering spaces and accessibility features. According to the bank, the importance of outdoor spaces where kids can play is becoming more important amid rising phone use.The project is being driven by a Marshfield Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry Leadership Marshfield class seeking to reimagine the space for future generations. The name of the playground is expected to be announced soon. “Griese Park has been a central part of Marshfield family life for decades, and this renovation ensures that future generations have a safe, fun, and active place to play,” said Forward Bank CEO Bill Sennholz. “In a world filled with screens and distractions, we’re investing in a space that gets kids moving, families gathering, and our community thriving. This is about more than a park — it’s about building lifelong memories and a healthier future.”