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Fond du Lac
Thursday, July 24th, 2025
Good morning, Fond du Lac. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Holy Family Warming Shelter in Fond du Lac received a boost from the Rose M. Buckarma Foundation to help pay for its cold season services. The donation creates an endowment fund that will cover part of the shelter’s annual cost of more than $220,000—helping to keep a safe, warm place open for up to 36 single adults each night from Nov. 1 to April 30. FDL Reporter
- ➤ Fond du Lac County Airport played a key role during AirVenture by coordinating emergency landings, offering a shuttle for pilots avoiding congested flights at Wittman's busy airport, and managing a temporary tower. Airport Manager Bryan Linger said heavy rain on July 23 led to one runway closure—helping the airport park larger planes on pavement to stay safe. KFIZ
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, just before 12:30 p.m., an 81-year-old woman named Mary Naggatz was pronounced dead at the scene after her car left its lane on Highway 151 near Thill Road in Town of Oakfield when she may have suffered a medical emergency, and a 58-year-old man from Waupun was hospitalized with serious injuries—officials continue to investigate the incident. NBC 26
- ➤ Early Wednesday morning, July 23, a semi-truck went into a ditch near US Highway 151 northbound in Fond du Lac—after the driver failed to slow for a turn and causing bales of paper to hit the cab—and the seriously injured 60-year-old from New Holstein was taken by helicopter to a regional hospital while officials investigate the crash. FOX6
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Marian University is offering a new 1-credit post-baccalaureate course online that meets the Act 20 reading requirement for educators — the course lasts 7 weeks and costs $600. KFIZ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Flags will fly half-staff today from sunrise until sunset to honor Van Dyne firefighter Amie Sue Lee (61), who died July 14 from complications after a duty-related knee injury; services are scheduled for later today. FDL Reporter
- ➤ Fond du Lac County Sheriff Ryan Waldschmidt took a 20-minute ride in a vintage Douglas SBD-5 Dauntless dive bomber yesterday at the Fond du Lac County Airport to trace his grandfather Corporal Thomas W. Ford's WWII history—he was offered the ride by the Commemorative Air Force. Others can schedule similar flights during AirVenture week by contacting the group. KFIZ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fond du Lac Dock Spiders won 17-13 over Wisconsin Rapids at Herr-Baker Field as James Hankerson Jr. made key hits and helped the team record a season-high 17 runs. The team will play tomorrow at 6:35 p.m. in a game that also celebrates Weaver’s Birthday Party—Drink Wisconsinbly Wednesday. Envision Greater FDL
- ➤ Marian University men’s hockey had 10 student-athletes named as Krampade All-American Scholars by the American Hockey Coaches Association—each earned the honor by keeping at least a 3.75 GPA per semester and playing in 40% of the team’s games with exceptions for injured players and backup goaltenders. Envision Greater FDL
- ➤ Marian University has added Cory Pfeifer as an Athletic Communications Graduate Assistant. The UW-River Falls graduate brings Division III sports experience—he will run in the Madison Marathon this November. Envision Greater FDL
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Fond du Lac Dock Spiders vs. Madison Mallards
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Herr-Baker Field — Admission Charged — Enjoy a family-friendly baseball night with the Dock Spiders and savor the excitement of the game.
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Brunch Gathering
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Altona Supper Club — RSVP required — Enjoy a delightful brunch with limited seating and community connection.
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Fond du Lac Dock Spiders vs. Lakeshore Chinooks
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Herr-Baker Field — Admission charged — Cheer on the Dock Spiders in this exciting family-friendly baseball matchup.
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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 promote easier movement, balance, and body awareness.
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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 — Experience gentle movements to enhance balance and body awareness in a supportive environment.
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Dock Spiders Game with WLA Alumni
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Herr-Baker Field — $15 adult/ $10 child — Celebrate WLA alumni with a fun evening of baseball, food, and activities for all ages.
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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 enhance balance, posture, and movement awareness.
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Holy Family Catholic Community 25th Anniversary Festival
5-8 p.m. — Avenue 795 — $14-$22 — Celebrate 25 years with a fish fry and live polka music from the Mike Schneider Band.
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Race the Lake Cycling Event
5:30 AM – 2:30 PM — Lakeside Park — Admission charged — Pedal through an unforgettable 89-mile cycling journey around stunning Lake Winnebago.
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Bones for Life/ATM(R) Class
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — Membership or daily fee — Experience gentle movements that enhance balance, posture, and self-awareness.
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