Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of April.
Good morning, Fond du Lac.
A four-year-old child was seriously hurt after a head-on crash in Marshfield township when a vehicle driven by a 26-year-old Illinois woman hit a car carrying a couple from Saint Cloud — the child was taken to hospital for severe head injuries and the driver was cited for not using a booster seat.
Insight announced its 40 Under 40 Awards—honoring 40 young professionals chosen from 140 nominations for their contributions in Northeast Wisconsin.
The honorees will be featured in the June issue of Insight on Business and in a free photography exhibit at The Art Garage from May 30 to June 1—with a VIP reception on May 29 for special guests.
The Wisconsin Beef Council announced the Elite Eight finalists in its second annual Best Burger Contest, with two finalists from northeast Wisconsin.
A secret panel of judges will visit the restaurants and the contest champion will be revealed on May 1.
Emily Bahr, a hospice nurse at SSM Health at Home Hospice Fond du Lac, was named an Extraordinary Nurse on March 13 for her caring work—she received a certificate, a pin and a hand-carved sculpture to honor her efforts.
Uplift Wisconsin, the only peer-run warmline that helped people in distress, will shut down on April 5 because Health and Human Services ended COVID-era grant funds — leaving many with fewer non-crisis support options.
Similar programs have also faced cuts in recent days.
Marian University men's volleyball won the opening set 31-29 against Concordia but lost the next three sets by scores of 25-15, 25-14 and 25-20.
The team is now 7-3 in all-time meetings against Concordia.
Marian University softball returned to action by sweeping Ripon with shutout wins of 3—0 and 11—0 in a doubleheader.
The team extended its record to seven consecutive wins against Ripon as key hits in both games helped secure the victories.
Marian University men’s volleyball beat Rockford in straight sets with scores of 25-16, 25-12, and 25-19 using a balanced attack and strong blocks.
Marian now has a 6-1 record against Rockford and led in kills, digs, and service aces.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
Easter Brunch Celebration
10 AM – 2 PM — Hotel Retlaw, Crystal Ballroom — $14.95 – $48.95 — Celebrate Easter with a delightful buffet and family activities, complete with a visit from the Easter Bunny.
21st Annual Power of the Purse Luncheon
11:30 a.m. — Radisson Hotel and Conference Center Fond du Lac — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate amazing individuals supporting the Fond du Lac Area Women’s Fund.
Spring Carnival
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — Free entry — Experience carnival games, bounce houses, and fun activities for the whole family.
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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