Good morning, Fond du Lac.

Fond du Lac Festivals, Inc. will host the annual Sturgeon Spectacular from Feb.

13 to Feb. 15 featuring sturgeon spearing, snow sculpting and outdoor curling along with family friendly activities at venues such as the Fond du Lac Beer Company and THELMA Sadoff Center for the Arts.

SSM Health offers multiple scholarships for area high school seniors planning healthcare careers + awards vary from $500 to $2,000 provided by groups including SSM Health Volunteers and Ripon Community Hospital staff.

Applications are due March 7 or March 15.

Marian University is hosting a Wisconsin Wednesday lecture today (12:00-12:50 p.m.) where Detective Tyler Pointon of Sauk County Sheriff’s Office will discuss the 1977 disappearance of Bob Christian during a bow-hunting trip; residents can attend in-person (Room A100, Agnes Hazotte Hall) or via Teams.

State officials have sued to block DHS from accessing Medicaid data as critics say the move risks privacy for over 3,200 patients enrolled in emergency and prenatal programs (Wisconsin DHS records).

Patient advocates warn the action could discourage enrollment as debates continue over safeguarding health data.

Dr Andrew Leung from ThedaCare advised winter residents to manage osteoarthritis pain by staying active, wearing warm layers, and balancing nutrition—steps meant to reduce flare-ups as cold intensifies joint discomfort.

Agnesian HealthCare Foundation donated $97,128 to SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital on Feb.

3 to buy a CentriMag ECMO system for lifesaving heart and lung care — the system will ease patient transfers and improve emergency treatments.

St. Mary's Springs girls basketball lost a close contest to Sheboygan Christian on Feb.

3, finishing 57-56 in a game that saw tight play throughout. The match highlighted the competitive spirit of local school sports.

Fond du Lac Police and Fire/Rescue will face off in their first-ever Boots vs Badges basketball fundraiser game at Oshkosh Arena on Saturday, March 21 at 2 p.m. Funds raised will support departmental needs, with a trophy and check ceremony following the contest.

Bones for Life/ATM Class

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — YMCA Membership/or daily fee — Engage in gentle movements to enhance balance and posture in a supportive environment.

Bones for Life/ATM(R) Class

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — YMCA Membership/or daily fee — Experience gentle movements that enhance balance and posture while reprogramming your nervous system.

BEA-CON 2026

9:30 a.m.–10:00 p.m. — Lakeside Park — $25 per badge — Enjoy an all-day board gaming event filled with fun, fellowship, and a variety of games for all ages.

Bones for Life/ATM(R) Class

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — YMCA Membership /or daily fee — Engage in gentle movements to enhance balance and control while reprogramming your nervous system.

Bones for Life/ATM(R) Class

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — YMCA Membership/or daily fee — Engage in gentle movements to enhance balance and awareness.