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Fond du Lac
Friday, January 16th, 2026
Good morning, Fond du Lac. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wisconsin State Fair officials selected 19-year-old Kaelie Billingsley from Kenosha County Fair as the 2026 Fairest of the Fairs on Wed, Jan. 14 in Wisconsin Dells; 20-year-old Maya Wiltzius of Fond du Lac County earned the Tim Heffernan Congeniality Award at the same event. KFIZ
- ➤ Downtown Fond du Lac Partnership announced today that Executive Director Amy Krupp will retire after 18 years of service, with her final day on April 30 — the board will begin the search for a new leader immediately. KFIZ
- ➤ Downtown Fond du Lac marks over 20 years of progress as local businesses and events continue to boost the area's energy and appeal. This milestone reflects ongoing efforts to renew and sustain the downtown vibe for residents and visitors. FDL Reporter
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ ThedaCare Nurse Practitioner Shanna Dierker says residents should seek care if a cough lasts longer than a few weeks or worsens — especially when it comes with fever or colored mucus. She also advises trying home remedies like warm liquids and humidifiers to ease throat irritation. Envision Greater FDL
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Marian’s men’s basketball team lost 82-77 at home to Lakeland after a season-high 23 fouls disrupted their play — Lakeland rallied with steady scoring runs in the final minutes to secure the win. Envision Greater FDL
- ➤ Marian’s NCAA men’s hockey team lost 3-1 to UW-Superior, as junior Cole Carlson’s early goal gave Marian a brief lead before UW-Superior tied 17 seconds into the second period and later scored an insurance goal. Envision Greater FDL
- ➤ Marian Men’s Volleyball released its 2026 preview schedule with a detailed roster of players from various schools. The coaching staff led by Blake Badtke and Amber Yahr aims to build a competitive team for the upcoming season (supporting local talent). Envision Greater FDL
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Wild Ones – Snow Adventures
3-7 p.m. — W4166 Silica Rd, Fond du Lac, WI — Check event page for ticket info — Experience sensory-immersive winter play with new and old friends.
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