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Fond du Lac
Wednesday, June 18th, 2025
Good morning, Fond du Lac. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ North Fondy Fest returns to Village Park in North Fond on June 21 with food, live music, and a Kids’ Zone where families can enjoy a bounce house, dunk tank, and face painting — features that help raise funds for village projects. The festival begins at 9 a.m. and will also offer tournaments, raffles, and fireworks at 10 p.m. FDL Reporter
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On June 16 at 12:45 p.m. in rural northern Fond du Lac County, a homeowner stopped a barn fire on Hickory Lane using a garden hose before Eldorado, Rosendale, and Brandon/Fairwater Fire Departments arrived—officials have not determined the cause. KFIZ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Envision Greater Fond du Lac held a ribbon cutting to celebrate the opening of the new Sam Meyer State Farm Agency in a restored 1860’s doctor’s office at 127 N. Main Street in downtown Fond du Lac—marking Sam Meyer’s 36th year with the company and his commitment to reuse, recycle, and restore. Envision Greater FDL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Fond du Lac Community Theatre will present Legally Blonde from June 26 to June 29 at the Fond du Lac High School Performing Arts Center. Shows will run at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday and at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday—tickets are available online or at the box office. KFIZ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fox Valley Technical College expanded its transfer degree program to include UW-Milwaukee and UW-Stevens Point so that more than 400 students can earn credits before moving on to four-year degrees—education leaders say the change will help save money and create a smoother path for future studies. WBAY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fond du Lac Police and Fire Rescue warned residents on June 17 that fireworks that leave the ground or explode are illegal and vendor permits do not cover them—officials will enforce the local ordinance ahead of the upcoming 4th of July holiday. They noted that fireworks cause nearly 19,500 fires each year and urged everyone to learn the rules before buying any. KFIZ
- ➤ On Tuesday, the Joint Finance Committee approved funding for the state court system that will add new assistant district attorneys and support staff for public defenders in Northeast Wisconsin. The funds will bring seven new assistant D.A.s in Brown County, four in Fond du Lac, two in Outagamie, Manitowoc, Shawano, and Menominee Counties, and one in Waupaca County—this decision comes as lawmakers work to meet the state budget deadline in less than two weeks. WBAY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Dock Spiders defeated the Kingfish 8-7 at Herr-Baker Field with a 3-0 start and a key third-inning rally — Patrick Graham hit his first two home runs of 2025 and starter Ethan Cole pitched seven innings, helping the team secure its third straight one-run win. The team will play a doubleheader today at 11:35 a.m. and 6:35 p.m. against the Traverse City Pit Spitters. Envision Greater FDL
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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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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 awareness.
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Symphonic Band Americana Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Lakeside Park — Free admission — Enjoy an evening of American jazz, pop, and patriotic music followed by a spectacular fireworks display.
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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 night of baseball with the Fond du Lac Dock Spiders.
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