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Fond du Lac
Thursday, June 12th, 2025
Good morning, Fond du Lac. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Fond du Lac will host two ribbon cutting ceremonies on Tuesday, June 17th to launch new playground equipment at Buttermilk Creek Park and Russell Park. The Buttermilk Creek playground is a collaborative project with Burke Playground Equipment that offers wheelchair access and inclusive design — while the Russell Park playground features baseball-themed play structures developed from local citizen ideas. KFIZ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Fond du Lac businessman Sam Meyer held an open house and ribbon cutting to showcase the refurbished 1860 building he relocated from 1st and Marr Street to Main and Merrill in December 2023—he has now incorporated the historic structure into his new office. KFIZ
- ➤ Society Insurance celebrated its 110th anniversary on June 8th, reflecting on its evolution from a workers’ compensation company founded in 1915 by threshermen to a firm offering specialized commercial insurance in nine states—its headquarters on Camelot Drive in Fond du Lac has been its base since 1993. The company remains focused on growth through independent agency partnerships and has earned awards for being a great place to work. Envision Greater FDL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ 68-year-old Mark Snider pleaded not guilty in Fond du Lac County Circuit Court on charges of Second-Degree Reckless Homicide and First-Degree Recklessly Endangering Safety after his vehicle was used as a dangerous weapon to intentionally collide with Elijah Sowin’s motorcycle on March 28—he will return to court on July 24 for a plea and sentencing hearing. KFIZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Fond du Lac Dock Spiders lost 7 to 5 to Wausau after a late rally from a four-run deficit fell short (the game was at Herr-Baker Field). They will host Green Bay today at Neuroscience Group Field in the I-41 Showdown presented by Holiday Automotive. Envision Greater FDL
- ➤ Derek Aspinall has been named the third head coach of the Marian field hockey team, bringing over 30 years of coaching experience from clubs in the Midwest and beyond—his appointment is set to boost the program as he works with student-athletes to build a strong legacy. Envision Greater FDL
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Fond du Lac Dock Spiders vs. Wisconsin Rapids Rafters
1:05-2:35 p.m. — Herr-Baker Field — Admission charged — Enjoy a family-friendly baseball experience with the Dock Spiders in Fond du Lac.
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Fond du Lac Dock Spiders vs. Kenosha Kingfish
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Herr-Baker Field — Admission is charged — Experience a family-friendly baseball game with the Dock Spiders bringing joy to Fond du Lac.
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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 that enhance balance, posture, and self-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 — Experience gentle movements to enhance balance and body awareness.
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Fond Du Lac Dock Spiders vs. Wausau Woodchucks
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Herr-Baker Field — Admission charged — Enjoy family-friendly baseball action in Fond du Lac with the Dock Spiders.
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Breakfast on the Farm
1-5 p.m. — Pollack Dairy LLC — $10 ages 13 & up, $8 ages 6-12, Free for kids 5 & under — Enjoy a delicious country-style breakfast and fun farm activities in a local farm-to-fork experience.
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Fond du Lac Dock Spiders Baseball Game
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Herr-Baker Field — Admission charged — Enjoy a family-friendly evening of baseball with the Fond du Lac Dock Spiders.
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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 improve balance, posture, and overall body awareness.
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Fond Du Lac Dock Spiders vs. Green Bay Rockers
4:05 – 5:35 PM — Herr-Baker Field — Admission charged — Enjoy family-friendly baseball entertainment in Fond du Lac.
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Fond du Lac Dock Spiders vs. Wisconsin Rapids Rafters
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Herr-Baker Field — Admission charged — Experience family-friendly baseball entertainment in Fond du Lac.
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