Good morning, Fond du Lac.

The Fond du Lac Noon Rotary Club hosted its annual Scholars Luncheon on May 8, where over 200 local students with a 3.25 GPA or higher were recognized for academic achievements.

Each high school picked a volunteer of the year who received a $250 donation to a charity of their choice—supporting local groups such as Treffert Way for the Exceptional Mind and Habitat for Humanity.

Fond du Lac County recorded 683 deer crashes in 2024—up from 571 the previous year—and ranked sixth on the state list as the Wisconsin Department of Transportation noted that collisions tend to rise in May and June when deer move to give birth and leave their mothers.

Bishop David Ricken held a press conference after white smoke from the Sistine Chapel signaled the election of Pope Leo XIV as the first American pope.

Father John Girotti said he is honored by the news (which now leads 1.4 billion Catholics) as local church members celebrated the historic choice.

Nora Kermgard, a home health volunteer at SSM Health at Home, was named the newest recipient of the BEE Award—an honor for her consistent care, compassion and commitment at Hospice Home of Hope.

Marian University baseball defeated Concordia Wisconsin 2-0 in the NACC Tournament opener, recording just two hits in a game that lasted 1:49.

The Falcons opened the scoring in the third inning and added a run in the eighth to earn their first postseason win since 2021 & improved their all-time record against CUW to 50-35.

Former Dock Spider and Milwaukee Brewers infielder Caleb Durbin will appear on June 5 at Herr-Baker Field during a game and will meet fans (from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m.) as part of his homecoming in Fond du Lac.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.