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Fond du Lac
Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Fond du Lac. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Fond du Lac Farmers Market opened May 16 and runs Saturdays on Main Street through Oct. 31 (8 a.m. to noon). The market features 160 vendors, live music, a Market Bucks program for cash and EBT shoppers, and does not allow pets except service animals. FDL Reporter
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Envision Greater Fond du Lac held a ribbon cutting today to open The Creative Studio (a new branch of Quilting Legacies with painting classes, pottery, and sewing parties) that offers makers a fresh space to learn and create. KFIZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Moraine Park Foundation received a $50,000 gift from the National Exchange Bank Foundation on May 21 to honor its 50th anniversary. It has supported over $5million in scholarships and invites the community to back its $50 for 50 initiative. KFIZ
- ➤ On May 21, six area high school seniors were awarded SSM Health volunteer scholarships to pursue careers in health care. The awards include technical school scholarships and funds from SSM Health Volunteers — including one from SSM Health Waupun Memorial Hospital Volunteers. FDL Reporter
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources now requires riders 12 and older to take a state safety course before riding ATVs and UTVs as Memorial Day weekend nears and trail use grows — a move meant to help reduce bad crashes. Riders can register on the DNR website. KFIZ
- ➤ WisDOT advises motorists to plan ahead as work zones and detours may delay travel today and over Memorial Day weekend (details available on the free 511WI app). AAA projects high road use with peak hours today from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on Monday from noon to 5 p.m. KFIZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Marshfield Clinic Research Institute project found that 51% of over 700 ticks gathered this spring carried the Lyme disease bacteria (experts urge quick removal within 24 hours to reduce infection risk). KFIZ
- ➤ SSM Health Waupun Memorial Hospital earned a prestigious CMS 5-star Quality Rating, joining only 384 hospitals nationwide in 2026. The rating reflects its commitment to providing safe and compassionate care for the local community. Envision Greater FDL
- ➤ SSM Health leader DeAnn Thurmer received the 2026 Rural Health Ambassador Award from the Rural Wisconsin Health Cooperative for more than 40 years of rural health care service in communities (Baraboo, Ripon and Waupun). Her award honors her leadership and commitment to quality patient care and caregiver support. Envision Greater FDL
- ➤ Public health officials reported 17 salmonella cases up to May 21 and linked the rise to backyard poultry, advising thorough hand washing and surface cleaning after handling raw products. Local households are urged to follow these guidelines to prevent further spread. KFIZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fond du Lac Dock Spiders announced six watch parties for road games at local bars & restaurants, starting Wednesday, June 3 at Fond du Lac Beer Company. Fans will enjoy giveaways, live broadcasts, and food offers as the team begins its season. Envision Greater FDL
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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.
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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.
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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 body awareness.
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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 designed to enhance movement, balance, and posture.
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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.
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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.
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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 body awareness.
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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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Fine Arts Fair at Lakeside Park
11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — Lakeside Park, Fond du Lac, WI — Free entry — Explore a vibrant collection of fine arts and enjoy live music and family activities by Lake Winnebago.
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Nike Baseball Camp at Herr-Baker Field
9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Herr-Baker Field — $299 for a 3-day camp — Enhance your baseball skills while creating lasting memories with professional coaching from Dock Spiders players.
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~ Buddha
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