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Fond du Lac
Friday, April 11th, 2025
Good morning, Fond du Lac. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On April 9 around 4:30 p.m., a driver lost control on I-41 between Military Road and Highway 23 in Fond du Lac and was taken to ThedaCare Regional Medical Center with serious injuries after the car hit fencing on Rolling Meadows Drive—Fond du Lac Fire Rescue had to use extrication equipment to free the vehicle and officials have not yet said what caused the crash. KFIZ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Founders Hall at 320 County Rd K in Fond du Lac will host the Earth Fair on April 26 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. rain or shine, where families will visit Earth-focused exhibitors, join 45-minute walk and talk tours starting at quarter past each hour, and try paper making in a new activity zone—a raffle will also offer eco-friendly prizes. CSA Associates will hold an adopt-a-highway event from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. before the fair. Envision Greater FDL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Congressman Glenn Grothman announced on April 9 that he introduced the No Tax Subsidies for Stadiums Act to end sports teams' use of tax-exempt bonds for building stadiums — he said these bonds should instead fund schools and hospitals — and noted that stadium projects have cost over $4.3 billion in federal revenue since 2000. KFIZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, ThedaCare Medical Center-Fond du Lac held a ribbon cutting and offered self guided tours at its new inpatient and emergency facility. The center will open on April 16 — officials said it will offer updated care — to serve local patients. FDL Reporter
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Junior Noah Pickart from Marian University was named a Second Team All-American by DIIIHockeyNews.com after finishing the season with 2 goals and 18 assists while anchoring the Sabre blue line. He posted several multi-point games, ranking ninth in career assists in 56 games +becoming the first Marian defenseman to earn all-conference honors since the 2016 to 2017 season+. Envision Greater FDL
- ➤ Marian University baseball extended its win streak to five with wins of 7-5 and 7-4—against St. Norbert as seniors Jacob Kleemann and James Bornick made key plays. The Sabres improved their record and head-to-head edge with timely hits in both games. Envision Greater FDL
- ➤ Marian University men’s lacrosse lost at home to MSOE by a final score of 15—4. Freshman Jack Moody scored early for the Raiders as MSOE dominated with more shot attempts and controlled the ground ball play to secure the win. Envision Greater FDL
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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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Bones for Life/ATM(R) Class
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — Membership or daily fee — Engage in gentle movements designed to enhance balance, posture, and bodily awareness.
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Pre-Mother's Day Craft & Vendor Fair
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Fond du Lac County Fairgrounds & Expo Center — Donation-based entry — Explore crafts and local vendors while enjoying giveaways and raffle baskets.
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Spring Market at Lavish Coffee
9 AM – 12 PM — Lavish Coffee — Free entry — Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend with coffee and shopping from local vendors.
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