Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 14th of June.
Good morning, Fond du Lac.
Local children participated in the Walleye Weekend 2026 kids fishing tournament on Saturday, June 13 (as featured by KFIZ News-Talk 1450 AM), enjoying a friendly contest that celebrated local fishing traditions.
Photos from Walleye Weekend 2026 show boys 6 and under competing in a local youth run on Saturday, June 13 — the event highlighted community spirit.
National Weather Service officials confirmed two tornadoes (EF0) touched down on June 10 in Dodge County and Fond du Lac County, with one near Lomira damaging homes and trees and another near Eden toppling a barn roof; the storms also produced strong winds that knocked down trees and cut power.
The historic train depot built in the late 1800s now houses The Passenger Lounge, a new music venue that hosted multiple acts in May.
Owner Mike Peterson and partner Melissa Hill restored the building over nearly six years and are planning additional community events in the remaining space.
With kids starting summer break today, parents are encouraged to explore free online resources & courses from the Wisconsin DOJ, FTC, and National Center for Missing & Exploited Children to enhance internet safety at home.
The Walleye Weekend 2-mile run took place yesterday, June 13, with local runners completing the challenging course (photos capture the event).
The race is part of the annual festivities drawing community fitness fans.
The kids' 1-mile run took place as part of Walleye Weekend 2026 on Saturday, June 13 in Fond du Lac, drawing local youth to test their speed and build community spirit.
Bones for Life/ATM® Class
10:30 – 11:30 AM — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — YMCA Membership /or daily fee — Engage in gentle movements designed to improve movement, balance, and body awareness.
Listening Party: Thelma Thursdays
7-9 p.m. — Thelma Sadoff Center For the Arts — Free entry — Experience a vibrant summer night of live music featuring the Americana sounds of Listening Party.
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 improve balance and awareness.
Bones for Life/ATM® Class
10:30 – 11:30 a.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — YMCA Membership/daily fee — Experience gentle movements to enhance balance and posture in a supportive environment.
Fond du Lac Semiquincentennial Parade
1-2 p.m. — Downtown Fond du Lac Partnership — Free to participate — Celebrate 250 years of history with a vibrant parade of community spirit.
Bones for Life/ATM® Class
10:30 – 11:30 AM — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — YMCA Membership/or daily fee — Engage in gentle movements to enhance movement, balance, and awareness.
Bones for Life/ATM® Class
10:30 – 11:30 AM — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — YMCA Membership/or daily fee — Experience gentle movements that enhance movement, balance, and posture awareness.
Buttermilk Festival Featuring Fond du Lac Symphonic Band
7:15-8:30 p.m. — Buttermilk Creek Park — Free entry — Celebrate summer with free outdoor concerts featuring local musical talent in a family-friendly atmosphere.
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