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Wednesday, May 7th, 2025

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Good morning, Fond du Lac. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of May.

CRIME NEWS

  • On Friday, May 2, a Fond du Lac County man was convicted of First-Degree Reckless Homicide for the overdose death on May 17, 2023 in Waupun—Dylan Mayne was found guilty after a five-day trial and faces sentencing on June 13.  KFIZ
  • North Fond du Lac police asked for help finding 18-year-old Allan Leiva-Leiva, who left his parents’ home on May 4 at 9:30 p.m. with a bag of tools to do a TikTok challenge and help troubled girls—his cellphone was tracked to Chilton amid fears he was experiencing a mental break.  FOX6
  • Jessica Kroening, 37, was sentenced on May 2nd to one month in jail and a $1,000 fine after pleading guilty to illegal shining of deer, elk, or bear and contributing to a minor’s delinquency—she will be banned from obtaining a state license for three years while her son and two other teenagers face juvenile court charges for poaching over 100 deer in Fond du Lac and nearby counties.  KFIZ

EDUCATION NEWS

  • High school seniors in Fond du Lac County will graduate on different dates this month, with some schools holding ceremonies as early as May 18 and others scheduling theirs for late May to early June; private schools also plan graduations on dates like May 24 or June 1. Marian University already held its commencement on May 3 while Moraine Park Technical College will celebrate its ceremony on May 17 (students are finishing final exams now).  FDL Reporter

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • West Division Street between Boardman Street and Hickory Street will be closed today at 7 a.m.—the Department of Public Works is carrying out water utility repairs and pavement restoration. The road is slated to reopen on Monday, May 12th and drivers can bypass the one-block closure by taking an adjacent block north or south.  KFIZ
  • Governor Tony Evers visited LaClare Creamery in Fond du Lac County on Tuesday afternoon—he celebrated National Travel and Tourism Week and highlighted the state’s support for agritourism and the dairy industry.  WBAY

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 5/10/25

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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.

    Wed, 5/14/25

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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.

    Thu, 5/15/25

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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.

    Sat, 5/17/25

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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.

    Wed, 5/21/25

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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.

    Sat, 5/24/25

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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.

    Sun, 5/25/25

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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!

    Wed, 5/28/25

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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.

    Thu, 5/29/25

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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.

    Thu, 6/5/25

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