Tuesday, August 20th, 2024
Good morning, Fond du Lac. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A $3.5 million project to resurface 7.4 miles of Highway 45 in Fond du Lac County begins on August 26, with Northeast Asphalt, Inc. as the prime contractor, aiming for early November completion. KFIZ
- ➤ Construction starts to replace a deteriorating 23-year-old lighthouse mosaic with concrete at Main and Johnson Streets, causing partial road closures until Thursday. KFIZ
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Wisconsin's annual 'Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin' contest, aimed at showcasing the state's manufacturing sector and its $71 billion contribution to the economy, is open for nominations with a fresh logo and website. KFIZ
- ➤ Fond du Lac County's home sales in April 2024 saw a median price decrease to $244,000 and a significant 56.5% increase in sales volume compared to April 2023, despite a nationwide rise in median home sales. FDL Reporter
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Senators Feyen and Knodl were awarded the Working for Wisconsin Award by the WMC for their pro-business legislative efforts. Envision Greater FDL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ SSM Health Waupun Memorial Hospital's Cardiac Rehabilitation Program has been certified by the AACVPR for its excellence in patient care and commitment to quality standards. Envision Greater FDL
- ➤ SSM Health Treffert Studios announces its fall programming starting September 9, detailing offerings through their website. Envision Greater FDL
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September Card Making Class - Evening Session with Christine
Experience a creative evening making beautiful handmade cards with expert guidance, featuring different design sets that attendees can choose from while enjoying a community atmosphere.
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Let's Just Stamp Card Class: Changing Leaves at Cards by Christine
Experience a hands-on card making class designed for all skill levels, featuring the Changing Leaves stamp set, where participants can create three unique cards while enjoying a fun, creative environment.
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Creative Card-Making Class with Christine - Online
Experience a collaborative card-making class where participants help inspire the creation of unique cards using recipe cards.
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Bones for Life/ATM® Class
Experience gentle movements designed to enhance balance, posture, and awareness through comfortable practices at the Fond du Lac Family YMCA.
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Outdoor Yoga Experience at Ledgerock Distillery
Experience a refreshing outdoor yoga class led by certified instructor Diane Kuenzi, complete with a Signature Ledgerock Cocktail for just $15.
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Beginner-Friendly Changing Leaves Card Class - Online
Experience a fun and engaging card-making class focused on beginner stampers, where participants will create three cards using the Changing Leaves stamp set.
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Bones for Life/ATM Class at Fond du Lac YMCA
Experience the innovative Bones for Life® program that utilizes organic learning strategies to enhance movement and promote bone health.
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