Good morning, Fond du Lac.

The Downtown Fond du Lac Partnership announced Executive Director Amy Krupp’s retirement after 18 years of service, effective April 30.

Special Events Director Brittany Machleit will serve as Interim Executive Director while the board continues its search for a permanent leader.

Mercury Marine broke ground on its new Industrial Design Studio — a state-of-the-art, 18,000 sqft, two-story facility — to boost product innovation and team collaboration.

The Fond du Lac site is set to complete by January and will support local job growth and advanced design.

Heavy rains on April 26 left fields flooded near Fond du Lac and Shiocton, delaying spring planting.

Farmers will wait for drier soil and monitor conditions closely + plan to adjust schedules once the ground dries.

A new dashboard is set to launch soon to help electric vehicle owners plan trips for summer travel with info for 78 charging stations funded with $78 million.

The buildout continues across Wisconsin amid funding disputes — providing more options for EV drivers.

Northbound I-41 will be reduced to one lane on Thursday, Apr.

30 near Military Road (to repair beam guard) from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. Motorists should slow down and watch for construction workers in the area.

City officials updated construction projects from April through October; Pioneer Road is closed from April 27 while Western Avenue and Macy Street are temporarily limited from April 27 to May 1, and Thomas Street is closed during storm sewer work (details are on the city website).

Last year, the USDA invested $330 million in rural Wisconsin projects to expand healthcare, affordable housing, and infrastructure — including a nearly $105 million hospital in St. Croix Falls and water system upgrades in Campbell.

ThedaCare Medical Center-Fond du Lac celebrated its first anniversary today by marking nearly 15,000 patient services over the past year—emphasizing prompt emergency and comprehensive care.

Markesan resident David Hahn praised the swift, informed treatment he received during a February emergency.

Marian University men’s golf ended their season at the BSC Legends Classic, finishing sixth overall + Wyatt Pfeiffer tied for fourth and Brady Brenner dropped his score to finish tied for 19th.

St. Norbert won the event by two strokes.

Marian University softball clinched a NACC Tournament berth for the fourth time after sweeping Wisconsin Lutheran in two games with 4-2 and 6-5 wins.

The Sabres recorded key plays (including strong pitching) that set the stage for tournament action.

Marian University women’s flag football team closed its season at the NACC Tournament by pushing Aurora to overtime in the semifinals then blanking Benedictine 34 — 0 in the consolation game, with key interceptions by freshmen sparking comeback drives.

Marian University is ending its men’s and women’s lacrosse programs effective immediately as part of a sports reorganization aimed at strengthening other teams, with current players receiving academic and financial support (including help with transferring).

Marian University softball lost 5-4 in extra innings in game two against Benedictine after leading 4-2 in the seventh inning, following a 3-0 loss in game one.

Benedictine overcame Marian's early momentum with a walk-off single from Lauren Bogard.

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.

Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy

6 PM - 8 PM — Thelma Sadoff Center For the Arts — Tickets required — Experience a chilling cocktail journey through the literary world of Edgar Allan Poe.

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 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 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 improve balance, posture, and body awareness.

NFDL K9 Fundraiser Live Music Benefit

4-8 p.m. — Charlie's Banquet Hall & Pub — Silent auctions and live auction — Enjoy live music and support K9 services with variety tunes and fun prizes.