DARLINGTON — Lafayette Hospital + Clinics (LHC) is proud to announce the 2025 recipients of the Stormont Family Scholarship: Aiden Dempsey-Strang, son of Dixie Dempsey and Todd Strang (attending UW-LaCrosse), and Danick Haesler, son of Lisa Byl (attending Southwest WI Technical College). 

This is a very special scholarship that recognizes the dedication and hard work of all Lafayette Hospital + Clinics employees. Eligibility for the scholarship is any graduating high school senior, (including those receiving a GED) with a parent or guardian currently employed at Lafayette Hospital + Clinics. It is open to anyone seeking further education and/or healthcare experience, whether college bound, enrolling in technical school, or going directly into employment at a health care facility in our community.  Preference will be given to those with volunteer experience, participation in an organized service club and/or extracurricular activities, and/or history of part time health care related employment.  

“Thank you to the Stormont Family for your strong commitment to supporting our youth and encouraging their interests in the health care field,” said Marie Wamsley, CEO.

Congratulations Aiden Dempsey-Strang of Darlington and Danick Haesler of Darlington on receiving this honor. We wish you continued success in your healthcare careers.

Lafayette Hospital + Clinics (LHC) opened in April 2025, continuing a legacy of healthcare excellence in the region.As a 24-bed critical access hospital and Rural Health Clinic (RHC), LHC provides a full spectrum of acute care inpatient and outpatient services. Uniquely, it remains the only county-owned hospital in the state of Wisconsin. Formerly known as Memorial Hospital of Lafayette County (MHLC) — originally established in 1952 — LHC continues to grow and evolve to meet the healthcare needs of residents in Lafayette County and the surrounding communities.