Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of March.
Good morning, Fond du Lac.
🏘️ Community
At its March 5 meeting, the Downtown Fond du Lac Partnership honored 2025 award winners and highlighted downtown progress - including 20-new businesses, 17 grants and over $180 million in private investment - while celebrating community leaders and events that boost local business and civic life.
Last month, THELMA hosted a lively Sturgeon Spectacular weekend with family kickoff events, a free Copper Box concert, a snow sculpture contest, Wizard of Oz activities and an Art of the Bloody Mary competition — it concluded with a 5 Card Studs performance.
💼 Business
Jesse Pauly retired after 45 years at Kondex Corporation, where he built a strong technical team and modernized manufacturing systems.
He now plans to spend more time with family and enjoy hobbies like cooking and woodworking.
🎓 Education
Students interested in leadership + workforce development can apply for a $1,500 FDL SHRM scholarship from Envision Greater Fond du Lac; applications are due by April 17 and recipients will be notified by June 5.
Fond du Lac Public Library unveiled The Fond du Lac Collection — a free website with digitized local history resources such as maps, yearbooks, and directories for community researchers.
It is available under the Research and Learn menu on fdlpl.org and will soon feature postcards.
🏛️ Government
The Fond du Lac Police Department is inviting local residents to join its Citizens Academy— a six-week program that meets every Tuesday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. from April 14 to May 19, where attendees will learn about modern policing and law enforcement tactics.
Hospitals ask the Senate to pass Assembly Bill 598, next of kin legislation that would let family members decide for incapacitated patients and ease delays in transferring them to rehab facilities.
The Assembly passed the bill with bipartisan support and it may be signed into law before the legislature adjourns.
🏥 Health
ThedaCare nutrition experts offer clear, science-backed tips for healthy eating this National Nutrition Month.
They advise residents to check reliable sources, follow balanced meal plans, and write down SMART goals for a lifestyle change — guidance to cut through confusing online diet trends.
🏈 Sports
Marian University track and field closed its indoor season at the Ripon Final Qualifier with five athletes competing.
Sophomore Jude Al Taie set a personal best in the long jump while freshmen Charlotte Touw ran the 800 and Malik Holmes posted a season-best in the 60-meter dash.
The Dock Spiders and Carbliss have partnered to launch Carbliss Corner, a new covered group picnic area at Herr-Baker Field featuring an all-you-can-eat buffet and premium cocktails.
Reservations cost $2,000 per game for 50 guests (up to 100 with add-ons) as the team begins its 10th Northwoods League season.
Marian University men’s volleyball lost its home triangular match as Benedictine took four sets after winning the opening set and No. 11 Loras closed the match with a late run.
The defeat continues the Sabres’ long struggles against these opponents.
Marian University women’s Sabre bowling team made progress at the Music City Classic by finishing 26th.
They scored 4,526 pins in Baker play (averaging 181) and won against Carroll, Alabama A&M, and Quincy.
🎉 Fond du Lac Events
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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 designed to enhance balance, posture, and self-awareness.
Bones for Life and Awareness Through Movement Class
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — YMCA Membership / or daily fee — Engage in gentle movements that enhance movement ease, balance, and posture.
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 that promote better movement, balance, and awareness.
Fond du Lac Scaled Up Reptile Expo
10 AM – 3 PM — Fond du Lac County Fairgrounds & Expo Center — $8 general admission, $15 VIP — Explore a fascinating world of reptiles and amphibians with vendors and educational insights.
Bones for Life/ATM® Class
10:30-11:30 AM — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — YMCA Membership / or daily fee — Engage in gentle movements to enhance balance, posture, and self-awareness.
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 improve balance, posture, and overall movement quality.
Bones for Life/ATM® Class
10:30 – 11:30 AM — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — YMCA Membership / or daily fee — Engage in gentle movements to enhance balance, posture, and overall body awareness.
Bones for Life/ATM® Class
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — Membership or daily fee — Engage in gentle movements to improve balance, posture, and overall body awareness.
Bones for Life/ATM® Class
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — Membership or daily fee — Engage in gentle movements to enhance balance, posture, and movement control.
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, posture, and body awareness.
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