Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
Good morning, Fond du Lac.
💼 Business
Envision Greater Fond du Lac’s Ignite Small Business & Startup Support hosted the Envision THIS!
High School Pitch event on May 6 at Horace Mann High School in North Fond du Lac where eight teams from Campbellsport, North Fond du Lac and Laconia competed. Trent Dieckman of TD Detailing won $1,000 for expanding his vehicle interior cleaning business while teams Repeluxe and Beauty Vault received $600 and $200 respectively as the event was supported by Horicon Bank.
Society Insurance in Fond du Lac has formed a value-added partnership with Cozzini Bros — policyholders will benefit from discounted knife sharpening and cutlery exchange services that help reduce kitchen risks and boost efficiency.
The partnership builds on Cozzini Bros' over 100 years of industry expertise to support businesses insured by Society Insurance.
🎓 Education
Kondex Corporation awarded five $400 scholarships to graduating seniors from Lomira High School — Nora Buske, Chloe Reklau, Myles Verhunce, Ty Wolff, and Dalton Zingsheim — based on academics, career goals and extracurricular clubs.
Each recipient will pursue studies in engineering and technology at local institutions including UW-Platteville, Fox Valley Tech and UW-Madison.
🏥 Health
A roundtable was held Tuesday in Fond du Lac where officials discussed mental health challenges among farmers such as isolation and intergenerational trauma and explained support services like counseling and a helpline.
A local fifth-generation farmer said sharing her mental health journey can help reduce stigma (farmers are urged to call 9-8-8 for crisis support).
Linda Trent leads gentle chair yoga sessions at The Center every Friday from 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at 96 S.
National Ave., Fond du Lac, with a $15 fee and online registration at FCSH.org.
🎉 Fond du Lac Events
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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.
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.
Walleye Weekend Festival
3-10 p.m. — Lakeside Park — Free entry — Celebrate the start of summer with live music, fishing tournaments, and family fun activities.
Walleye Weekend Live Music Sunday Lineup
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Lakeside Park — Free entry — Celebrate summer with live music, family activities, and community spirit.
Music Under the Stars: Lighthouse Big Band Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Buttermilk Creek Park — Free admission — Enjoy a delightful summer evening with the Lighthouse Big Band in a picturesque park setting.
Dock Spiders vs. Woodchucks Baseball Game
6:35-8:05 PM — Herr-Baker Field — Admission charged — Experience a fun family-friendly atmosphere at a thrilling baseball game.
Bones for Life/ATM® Class
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — Membership or daily fee — Engage in gentle movements to enhance movement, balance, and awareness.
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