Good morning, Fond du Lac.

Costco is set to open a new warehouse at 1855 Kirkland Way in Oconomowoc in early August as its gas station-only site expands to serve full membership needs (adding to its 11 Wisconsin locations) as part of a national rollout.

Ripon business Patina Vie won a national award and its honor is expected to boost its reputation with local customers and industry partners.

Gov. Evers is urging small businesses and nonprofits impacted by April storms to apply for SBA disaster loans; eligible applicants in 20 counties and the Oneida Nation have until Aug.

31 for physical damage and until March 30 for economic injury applications, + local Business Recovery Centers offer help.

SSM Health Communities St. Francis Terrace Assisted Living will host a free open house on Friday, Aug.

7 from 2–4 p.m. at 345 E. 1st Street, offering blood pressure readings, snacks (and door prizes with activities) for visitors.

Wisconsin reported 43 cyclosporiasis cases that cause watery diarrhea as of July 9; fewer than 10 were acquired domestically.

The Department of Health Services urges residents to follow safe produce-handling practices (such as thorough washing) to help prevent infection.

ThedaCare expert Karlee Curtis, a family medicine physician assistant, offered summer health tips on July 14 to help Fond du Lac residents stay safe during longer days (she emphasized consistent sleep routines, proper hydration, sunscreen use, bug bite prevention, and outdoor exercise as keys to wellness).

The 175th Fond du Lac County Fair unofficially opens Tuesday night at 6:30 p.m. with a bull riding and horse barrel racing event at the fairgrounds grandstand.

Riders from the Rice Bull Riding Company will compete while a rodeo clown offers banter and a fireworks display follows.

The Dock Spiders lost 7-6 in a 10-inning game against the Waterloo Bucks on Tuesday, July 14.

The team struggled with scoring opportunities (leaving 18 runners on base) and extended their losing streak to four games.

Marian University women’s golf players Allison Cink and Taylor Schaefer were named WGCA All-American Scholars yesterday, joining 1,551 student-athletes recognized for high academic achievement.

This marks the first time since 2023 that multiple players at Marian received the honor.

A Taste of Kentucky

6-8 p.m. — The Sweet & Salty Pig — Call for reservations — Enjoy a five-course dining experience pairing Kentucky craft flavors with local inspirations.

Fond Du Lac Dock Spiders vs. Battle Creek Battle Jacks

6:35-9:35 p.m. — Herr-Baker Field — Admission charged — Experience exciting family-friendly baseball and a dazzling post-game fireworks show.

8th Annual SPR Mutt Strut

Timed 5K — Morning — Oven Island — Cost unknown — Support Sandi Paws Rescue while enjoying a scenic run with your furry friends.

Live Music with Amillennial & Sharp Left Turn

7-11:30 p.m. — The Passenger Lounge — $10 Cash cover at the door — Experience local metal and heavy saxophone rock performances in a lively atmosphere.

EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026

8 a.m. – 10 p.m. — EAA Aviation Museum — Youths under 18 enter free — Experience a week of aviation action with air shows, workshops, and more.

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 movement, balance, and posture.

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 balance, posture, and control.