Good morning, Fond du Lac.

Today, the Friends of Lakeside Park and The Wisconsin Kiters host Big Kite Day in Lakeside Park from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. — the event at Frazier Point will feature kites of all sizes, food from Big Axe Chops and The Main Celebration-Gourmet Dessert Parlor, and a raffle with water sales to fund park improvements as this marks the second annual celebration.

In 2024, SSM Health donated $20,000 to the Save a Smile Dental Program, $15,000 to Drug Free Communities, and $45,000 to Blandine House Inc.—the contributions supported local dental care, substance use treatment, and mental health efforts while its community benefit ministry totaled over $568,000.

Envision Greater Fond du Lac hosted a ribbon cutting for Van Ert Electric’s new facility at 415 Trowbridge Drive on June 21.

Founded in 1964, the company now has increased capacity for electrical contracting services in Fond du Lac and surrounding areas — marking a step forward in its local expansion.

On Saturday, June 21, a 49-year-old Ripon man drove recklessly after running a red light on State Highway 23 near Rosendale and sped toward Fond du Lac where a Fond du Lac County K9 Deputy used a PIT maneuver to stop his car; he is facing charges for fleeing & eluding an officer, hit and run, first degree recklessly endangering safety, and operating while intoxicated after a five-mile pursuit that left one squad car damaged with no injuries reported.

A 49-year-old Ripon man was arrested on June 21 after a 5-mile chase on I-41 in Fond du Lac County when his vehicle struck a guardrail and a trooper's car before a K—9 deputy forced his car into a ditch, and he now faces charges of fleeing, recklessly endangering safety, hit-and-run, and operating while intoxicated.

On Saturday, Fond du Lac recorded a heat index of 102 degrees with an air temperature of 91 and a dewpoint of 75 that resulted in 60% relative humidity—wind helped ease the heat.

The reading shows how moisture slows sweat evaporation, making it feel hotter than the actual temperature.

Elisa Goes, RN on 5 West was recognized as a DAISY Award winner at SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital yesterday — she received a certificate, a pin, and a hand-carved sculpture for her extraordinary nursing care.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Bones for Life/ATM(R) Class

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — YMCA Membership / or daily fee — Experience gentle movements to enhance balance and posture while reprogramming your nervous system.

Fond du Lac Dock Spiders Baseball Game

6:35-8:05 p.m. — Herr-Baker Field — Admission charged — Enjoy family-friendly baseball entertainment in Fond du Lac.

Fond du Lac Dock Spiders Baseball Game

6:35-8:05 p.m. — Herr-Baker Field — Admission charged — Experience family-friendly fun at a local baseball game with the Dock Spiders.