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Fond du Lac
Tuesday, May 6th, 2025
Good morning, Fond du Lac. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Envision Greater Fond du Lac will hold two informational sessions to share details on its travel program to Ireland, with an in-person session Monday, May 12 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. and a virtual session Friday, July 18 from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. The trip is scheduled for November 4 to 12 and those attending the in-person session should enter at 9 Sheboygan Street (due to road construction). Envision Greater FDL
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Fond du Lac man was burned on May 3 after trying to pour gasoline on a backyard fire at a Park Avenue home—fire crews were dispatched before 6 p.m. after a caller reported an explosion that caused his gas can to blow up and ignite his clothes. KFIZ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Dylan B. Mayne was convicted last Friday of First-Degree Reckless Homicide for providing fentanyl that led to a fatal overdose on May 16, 2023 (another person overdosed but survived) and a sentencing hearing is scheduled for June 13 at 8:30 a.m. WBAY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Marian University celebrated its faculty and staff at a recognition luncheon at its Fond du Lac campus, where awards for academic advising, teaching, and service were presented & work anniversaries from 5 to 30 years and retirements were honored. Recipients included Kelli Wege, Severa Krueger, and others who have long served the community. Envision Greater FDL
- ➤ Marian University held its 2025 Commencement on May 3rd at Herr-Baker Field where Dr. Valerie Daniels-Carter, President & CEO of V&J Foods, Holding Companies, Inc., delivered the keynote address. The ceremony celebrated graduates with student speaker Connor Powers from Appleton and required wristbands for entry as the event was live streamed. Envision Greater FDL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Fond du Lac County Sheriff's Office website now shows a live jail roster with mugshots and charges—updating every 10 minutes to share clear details about inmate status. Users can click the Detail button to view bond amounts, booking dates and a link for more court case information. FDL Reporter
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Marian University softball swept Wisconsin Lutheran by winning 5-1 in the first game and 9-1 in the second game during the final weekend of the regular season+ the Sabres improved their all-time record against WLC to 57-17 with seven consecutive wins. Envision Greater FDL
- ➤ Marian University softball dropped both final NACC games at MSOE, losing a close contest by a score of 4 to 3 and falling 10 to 0 in a game that marked their first road loss at MSOE since 2022 (their all-time record is 49 to 34 to 1). The team will travel to Aurora for the NACC Tournament from May 8 to 11. Envision Greater FDL
- ➤ Marian University baseball swept Wisconsin Lutheran with wins of 6-2 and 6-5 in 10 innings, clinching a tournament seed for the NACC and boosting its all-time record against the Warriors to 67-17—preparing for a winner-take-all game against CUW. Envision Greater FDL
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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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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 balance, posture, and movement awareness.
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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 — Enjoy gentle movements to enhance balance, posture, and overall movement awareness.
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Downtown Fond du Lac Farmers Market
8 a.m. – Noon — Downtown Fond du Lac Partnership — Free entry — Explore over 80 local vendors offering fresh produce, baked goods, and handmade crafts.
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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 — Engage in gentle movements to enhance balance, posture, and movement control.
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Salute the Troops Run Series
6:30-11 a.m. — Lakeside Park — Admission charged at registration — Participate in a series of races supporting local veterans, including a half marathon, 5K, and kids’ fun run.
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Fondy Food Truck Festival
11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Lakeside Park — Free entry — Enjoy a variety of food trucks and family activities at this community celebration.
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Fond du Lac Dock Spiders Baseball Game
11:35 AM – 1:05 PM — Herr-Baker Field — Admission charged — Experience family-friendly entertainment with the Dock Spiders in Fond du Lac!
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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 balance, posture, and awareness.
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Fond Du Lac Dock Spiders vs. Green Bay Rockers
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Herr-Baker Field — Admission charged — Experience family-friendly fun cheering for the Dock Spiders in a vibrant atmosphere.
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