Good morning, Fond du Lac.

Envision Greater Fond du Lac joined ADVOCAP on Aug.

27 at Hotel Retlaw to mark 60 years of community action with a ribbon cutting that capped its Community Leaders Luncheon. The event showcased the Head Start program and ADVOCAP’s ongoing support for local families.

A Swiss entrepreneur, partnering with WEDC and gener8tor, has launched a safety bracelet in Wisconsin that sends an instant SOS to emergency contacts — aimed at helping students and travelers stay safe.

The company will offer a 10% discount with the promo code FOX6.

Fond du Lac residents watched a nearly total lunar eclipse last night as the full August Sturgeon Moon turned reddish — about 96% was shadowed, beginning at 10:12 p.m. and peaking around 11:12 p.m.

School resource officers reminded commuters to use crosswalks and follow speed limits as kids returned to school, advising drivers and cyclists to stay alert for increased foot traffic (especially in busy loading zones).

Officials in Oshkosh and Green Bay shared safety tips via social media to help keep students safe on their way to class.

Governor Tony Evers declared September Preparedness Month to urge residents to update their disaster plans and emergency kits so the community stays ready for emergencies.

Emergency management officials stress building neighborhood communication networks — a key part of FEMA’s national campaign.

Fond du Lac County officials urge residents to develop emergency plans, build 72-hour disaster kits with food, water and medications, and stay informed through local outlets as National Preparedness Month begins in September - steps designed to help families remain safe from local hazards.

The Agnesian HealthCare Foundation awarded a $132,976 gift to SSM Health Ripon Community Hospital on Aug.

27 to fund a new portable X-ray machine that will serve over 3,600 patients yearly in emergency, inpatient, and surgical settings while improving diagnostic care.

ThedaCare is investing in programs to train new radiologic technologists and physicians to meet local healthcare needs, including a hospital-based School of Radiologic Technology and a Graduate Medical Education program.

The training initiatives aim to ensure residents in northeast and central Wisconsin continue to access quality healthcare.

Marian women's tennis finished eighth in the NACC preseason poll with 22 points while Illinois Tech led with 120 points and Edgewood earned 101.

Marian opens its season at home Tuesday, Sept. 1 at Fond du Lac High School at 6 p.m. as it faces Lawrence.

Marian University women’s soccer finished sixth in the NACC preseason poll with 188 points.

The team will open its season with a road game at Augustana (Ill.) Tuesday, Sept. 1 at 4 p.m.

Marian University women's volleyball finished 10th in the NACC preseason poll with 89 points.

The team will play at home against Lawrence on Tuesday, Sept. 1 at 7 p.m. as the top eight teams advance to a tournament that offers an NCAA Division III bid.

Marian University men’s soccer finished ninth in the NACC preseason poll with 118 points — the team will open its season Tuesday, Sept.

1 at Carthage for a 7:30 p.m. nonconference game.

Donut Do Drugs Run

Join us for the Donut Do Drugs 2 mile/5k/10k Run on October 17, 2026, bringing our community together to promote drug prevention, raise overdose awareness, and honor lives lost. the 10K features 1,000 in cash prizes, with $300 for first place and $200 for second place in both the mens and women's divisions.