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Fond du Lac
Thursday, March 20th, 2025
Good morning, Fond du Lac. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 31-year-old Menomonee Falls man was arrested after a 9-mile police pursuit on March 18 that spanned Washington, Fond du Lac and Dodge counties — he now faces charges including first-degree recklessly endangering safety, felony fleeing/eluding and operating while intoxicated-third offense. FDL Reporter
- ➤ Fermin Teodoro Lopez-Mendoza, 51, was sentenced on March 18 to 20 years in prison — with 10 years of extended supervision — for a 2024 domestic violence stabbing in Fond du Lac County and will be deported after serving his term. FDL Reporter
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Envision Greater Fond du Lac, working with the school district, will host an information session on March 26 at 6:00 p.m. at the Lakeside Park Pavilion to explain the school funding referendum planned for the April 1 ballot — a measure that would allow the district to exceed its revenue limit by $10 million per year for four years — with funds used to cover operations, maintenance, and security improvements. Envision Greater FDL
- ➤ Brittany Kinser, an education consultant with strong conservative backing, will challenge current state superintendent Jill Underly on April 1—she has raised over $325,000 and supports school choice, stricter testing standards, and more state aid for schools. Kinser, a former public school principal and charter school director, said rising costs and changes in test scores show a need for a stronger education system. FDL Reporter
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Junior Jackson Sweeny from Marian University earned the NACC Defensive Player of the Week award after making a season-high 20 saves, three caused turnovers and four ground balls in a one-goal win over Clarke on March 19 (Marian secured their first win of the season) and marked his fifth game (with at least 20 saves). Envision Greater FDL
- ➤ Three student-athletes from the Marian women’s bowling program have been honored by the CCIW. Senior Jocelynn Eggert was named to the All-CCIW First Team for a second time, senior Brenna Schiekiera earned her fourth All-CCIW award and a spot on the First Team again, and sophomore Abby Giddings received the RESPECT Award for her strong character. Envision Greater FDL
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Bones for Life and Awareness Through Movement Class
This class focuses on gentle movements designed to improve movement, balance, and posture, accommodating various positions including standing, sitting, and lying down.
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March Monthly Meeting
1-3 p.m. — Fond du Lac Public Library — Free entry — Discuss organizational activities and share your secular and non-secular journeys with the community.
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Stock the Boutique w/Charis
April 1-30 — Lavish Coffee — Bring in baby items for a discount — Help stock a boutique for moms in need with items from the Needs List.
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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 | Engage in gentle movements aimed at enhancing movement, balance, and posture.
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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 to enhance your balance, posture, and overall movement confidence.
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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 aimed at enhancing balance, posture, and overall body awareness.
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Bones for Life/ATM(R) Class
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — Membership required or daily fee — Engage in gentle movements to improve balance and posture.
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Easter EGGstravaganza
10 AM – 3 PM — Children's Museum of Fond du Lac — Members: $5, Non-Members: $10 — Enjoy an egg hunt, crafts, and a visit with the Easter Bunny this spring!
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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 to enhance movement, balance, and control.
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Easter Story Time with Grammy Seibel
9-10 a.m. — Lavish Coffee — Free entry — Enjoy Easter stories with Grammy Seibel and treat your kids to cookies and coloring fun.
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22 No More - 8th Annual Veteran Suicide Awareness Walk
Moraine Park Technical College and Marian University are teaming up again to raise awareness of the alarming veteran suicide rate and honor those who have lost their lives too soon.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The graveyard is the richest place on earth, because it is here that you will find all the hopes and dreams that were never fulfilled.
~ Les Brown
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