Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of May.
Good morning, Fond du Lac.
Old Glory Honor Flight will help veterans honor their service by flying them to Washington, D.C. today.
Mary Simonis will escort her Vietnam veteran dad from Mission 80 at Appleton International Airport, with veterans expected back around 9:15 p.m.
Memorial Day Parade marches Monday, May 25 at 10 a.m. in downtown from Main and Rees to Veterans Park (reopening ribbon cutting set for Friday, May 22); city offices, transit, and services adjust for the holiday as Byron holds a tribute at town hall.
Mary Strange’s $200,000 estate gift supports local health care by funding half for the Volunteer Scholarship Fund and half for ThedaCare Foundation-Appleton, ensuring her long legacy of volunteerism aids future patient care projects.
Anastasia Poull was named the 79th Alice in Dairyland on May 16 in Marathon County and will begin her role on July 6 to share Wisconsin farm stories.
The Port Washington native holds multiple ag degrees and aims to connect consumers with agriculture’s hard work + science.
Fond du Lac School District was recognized nationally by the Education Scorecard for rising in reading and math, with a 200-place leap between 2021 and 2025.
The district credited high-level teaching, a new literacy curriculum, TOSA roles, and a Boys and Girls Club partnership for strong academic gains.
The Agnesian HealthCare Foundation donated $10,000 to buy books for children ages zero to 5 for use during well-child visits at SSM Health Fond du Lac Regional Clinic today — the donation supports early literacy through the Reach Out and Read program.
Marian University held its Faculty and Staff Recognition Ceremony on May 6, honoring faculty, staff, retirees and adjunct educators for excellence in teaching, advising, and service (featuring the prestigious James R.
Underkofler award).
AAUW Fond du Lac awarded $11,000 in scholarships to 12 local college students today to support their college funds — recipients will be honored at a banquet tomorrow and Susan Gillis Ringer was recognized for her long service to the branch.
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.
Mr. P's Gym Games
11 AM – 12 PM — Wonder — Included with Play — Enjoy an engaging and energetic session of active games led by Mr. P.
Sunset on the Water Live Music
2-8 p.m. — Sunset On The Water — Free — Enjoy live music by THE DOWN GLOW at this scenic venue 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 body awareness.
Pups Purrs & Paints
11 AM - 3 PM — Fond du Lac Beer Company — Free — Enjoy a day of fun with raffles, painting, and adoptable animals at this community event.
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