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Fond du Lac
Saturday, August 16th, 2025
Good morning, Fond du Lac. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ VARC and VPI will merge this November to join forces and boost services for people in Fond du Lac and surrounding areas—existing programs will continue without change. The new partnership is set to expand job help and community inclusion as they connect with local stakeholders. Envision Greater FDL
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ At 2:05 p.m. on August 15, 2025, the Dodge County Sheriff’s Office reported that a Canadian Pacific train with 95 cars experienced a derailment near Reeseville between Maiden Lane Rd and the Village in Lowell—22 cars derailed and some crude oil leaked while emergency crews secured the scene with no injuries reported. KFIZ
- ➤ A Fond du Lac County house fire on Lakeshore Dr in Friendship was stopped on the first floor on Thursday night after a 911 call alerted firefighters+ a pet cat died in the blaze and investigators are checking the cause. WBAY
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ WMC Foundation opened applications for its annual Wisconsin Leads: Executive Fellowship to prepare emerging Wisconsin business leaders. The program will hold multi-day retreats in Madison on February 3-4, 2026, La Crosse on March 3-4, 2026 and Green Bay on May 5-6, 2026 — events that build skills and provide expert insights. Envision Greater FDL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials broke ground on a remodeled Veterans Park designed to honor veterans from every branch—construction will be finished by Veterans Day. KFIZ
- ➤ The Kiel post office was renamed Friday in honor of state trooper Trevor Casper—who was fatally shot on March 24 while on his first solo assignment—during a ceremony attended by family, friends, and public officials. The renaming serves as a lasting tribute to his bravery and sacrifice. WBAY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Chloe Krumbein, a patient access representative at SSM Health Fond du Lac Regional Clinic Pediatrics, has been named the newest BEE Award recipient—she was praised by a patient for her kindness and efficient care in scheduling appointments with children known by name. Envision Greater FDL
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Marian University Athletics announced its Hall of Fame Class of 2025 today, naming three individual inductees and the 1993 women’s cross country team for reaching the NAIA National Championship and winning the LMC Championship. The induction ceremonies will be held during homecoming weekend starting Friday, September 26 with key events on Saturday, September 27—bringing the community together to honor these achievements. Envision Greater FDL
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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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