Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of April.
Good morning, Fond du Lac.
🏘️ Community
Waupun Business Alliance is hosting a community job fair on May 7 from 1:30 to 4:00 p.m. at the Waupun Community Center (520 McKinley Street) where local employers will meet job seekers, with sponsorship from Tenneco and SSM Health and free admission and parking.
Fond du Lac Elementary students will plant an Arbor Day tree at the Park Pavilion in Lakeside Park on Friday, April 24 at 1:00 p.m. as the City celebrates Arbor Day and earns its 38th Tree City Award (Tree City USA honor) with tree donation from Festival Foods.
Waupun Business Alliance, part of Envision Greater Fond du Lac, will host the Waupun Community Job Fair on May 7 from 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Waupun Community Center (520 McKinley Street), connecting local employers with job seekers with free admission and parking.
Ali Faris Helleberg, a Fond du Lac native and president at United Manufacturers & Faris Gourmet Popcorn, is featured as YP of the Month.
She balances her work, family business and community service by supporting local organizations and participating in YPF to help grow community opportunities.
🎭 Culture
The Congregation of Sisters of Saint Agnes announced a three-part speaker series, To Form A More Perfect Union: Division and Unity at 250, at the Prairie Theater and Event Center (400 University Avenue).
The first session with former Justice Janine Geske is on Thursday, April 23, with additional talks on Sept. 17 and Oct. 22.
📰 Economy
Two new reports show that Wisconsin health care costs are 55% above the national average and procedure prices vary widely, prompting local employers to cut back on hiring and wages (a challenge that could affect family budgets) unless full price transparency is enforced.
🌲 Environment
The Fond du Lac Bird and Nature Alliance will host a free presentation on bird migration with wildlife educator Bill Volkert (27 years with the Wisconsin DNR) on Wednesday, May 13 at 7 p.m. in Fond du Lac.
🏛️ Government
Fond du Lac voters narrowly rejected a school district referendum to exceed revenue limits on April 7, and school officials plan to explore new funding options.
They will assess alternative proposals in the coming weeks.
🏥 Health
Harold Berfiend has been named CFO for Froedtert ThedaCare and will begin his role on May 11, overseeing financial operations, strategy, and budgeting.
He replaces interim CFO Mark Thompson, who retires July 3 (supporting the system's commitment to community care).
🏈 Sports
Silica For Your Home is partnering with the Dock Spiders and the Boys & Girls Club to donate $50 for every stolen base at home this season plus host a Caleb Durbin bobblehead giveaway for the first 500 fans on Friday, July 10 as the team begins its 10th Northwoods League season.
🎉 Fond du Lac Events
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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 to enhance movement, balance, and posture.
2026 Spring Wine Walk
12-5 p.m. — Downtown Fond du Lac Partnership — $20.00 – $30.00 — Explore local businesses while sampling wines and enjoying a movie-themed experience.
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 self-awareness.
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 movement, balance, and posture.
22 No More - 9th Annual Veteran Suicide Awareness Walk
A 2.2-mile ruck march/walk hosted by Moraine Park Technical College and Marian University to raise awareness of veteran suicide and honor those who have lost their lives too soon. Free and Open to the public.
22 No More - 9th Annual Veteran Suicide Awareness Walk
A 2.2-mile ruck march/walk hosted by Moraine Park Technical College and Marian University to raise awareness of veteran suicide and honor those who have lost their lives too soon. Free and Open to the public.
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 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 overall bodily awareness.
The Fond du Lac Bead Show
10 AM – 4 PM — Radisson Hotel and Conference Center Fond du Lac — Free entry — Discover dazzling beads and interact with local artists at the inaugural bead show in Fond du Lac.
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 movement, 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 to enhance balance, posture, and control.
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