Good morning, Fond du Lac.

Envision Greater Fond du Lac announced the hiring of Netalya Challoner as its Program Coordinator to lead the Young Professionals program and launch the Make My Move initiative aimed at attracting new talent in the community.

A fire at a Fond du Lac townhome on Scott Street early May 1 displaced one household and led to the evacuation of nearby residents while paramedics took a child and a woman to a local hospital after fire crews swiftly extinguished the flames.

Mielke Cabinetry and Countertops held a ribbon cutting ceremony for its renovated showroom on Friday, May 1 at 453 S.

Seymour Street—inviting community members to explore an upgraded space with new cabinetry and countertop options that highlight quality craftsmanship.

The state Department of Justice announced that Wisconsin will receive over $80 million from a ($7.4B) settlement with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family to support addiction treatment, prevention, and recovery programs over 15 years.

Attorney General Josh Kaul said opioid-related overdose deaths have dropped by over 40%.

The City of Fond du Lac has launched Slow Mow May to encourage residents to mow lawns every 2-3 weeks in May (supporting pollinators such as bees and butterflies).

Residents must register on the city website by May 31 to be exempt from the grass height ordinance.

SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac provides food bags to food-insecure patients with a $5,000 grant from the Agnesian HealthCare Foundation and Fondy Food Pantry.

The program serves about 80 to 110 patients yearly (mostly Medicare and Medicaid recipients) to help secure nutritious meals.

Health officials report that a warmer winter and wet spring have triggered an early surge in tick activity across Wisconsin including Fond du Lac, raising Lyme disease risks and prompting advice to use insect repellents + check for ticks after outdoor time.

Robin Kraemer, a certified medical assistant from SSM Health Fond du Lac Regional Clinic Neurosurgery, was named the recipient of the BEE Award for exceptional service and teamwork.

The honor for non-nursing staff came after a patient praised her kindness and dedication.

May marks Beef Month as the Wisconsin Beef Council celebrates farmers who raise high-quality beef for family meals.

The group encourages residents to try new recipes as grilling season begins this month.

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.

Logan Spicer Live at Ziegler Winery

2-5 p.m. — Ziegler Winery — 2-drink minimum — Enjoy authentic Southern country music while savoring handcrafted wines and scenic vineyard views.

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 body 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 designed to enhance movement, balance, and posture.