Good morning, Fond du Lac.

Holy Family Catholic Community Pastor, Very Rev.

Ryan J Pruess will receive the Archdiocese of Milwaukee’s Vatican II Award for Leadership in the Priesthood on September 25 at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist. He has led the parish for 13 years — serving over 15,000 parishioners with meal programs and a warming shelter.

Fr. Ryan Pruess from Holy Family Catholic Community will receive the Vatican II Award for priestly leadership in September, marking 13 years of dedicated service.

He has guided the parish, mentored new priests, and expanded church programs—efforts that have reached many local families.

Delraye Barthuly, who attempted to set his neighbor’s garage on fire on August 1, held police at bay for nearly 7 hours and is charged with arson and multiple counts—he is set to return to court on September 12.

Vineyard owners are battling Japanese beetles that strip leaves and damage grapevines, risking lower yields and quality.

Consultant Adam Rabe said growers use pesticides and other measures to control the pest threat—while weather changes can make beetle populations vary each year.

Tracy Freiberg, a Fond du Lac resident, went in for a routine checkup that found a slight murmur and led to an echo showing severe aortic stenosis.

She had open-heart surgery and began cardiac rehab — a care process that saved her life with quick and compassionate treatment.

Dr. Amy Mandeville of ThedaCare Physicians-Waupaca advises parents to shift children’s wake-up and bedtime routines by 15 minutes a day and to prepare clothes and a healthy breakfast the night before school starts.

She recommends a calm, screen-free bedroom—steps designed to reduce stress and help kids learn better.

Labor Day Parade

11 AM - 12 PM — Veterans Park — Free — Celebrate Labor Day with a vibrant parade that showcases community spirit along Main Street.

Fondue Fest

9 a.m.-5 p.m. — Fond du Lac Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy a melting pot of live music, fondue delights, and a vibrant community atmosphere.

Celebration of Giving: Honoring 50 Years

5-8 p.m. — Radisson Hotel and Conference Center Fond du Lac — RSVP required — Commemorate 50 years of community philanthropy with dinner, networking, and grant announcements.

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 movement, balance, and posture.

Bones for Life/ATM® Class

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — YMCA Membership /or daily fee — Experience gentle movements that enhance balance, posture, and self-awareness.