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Fond du Lac
Saturday, August 30th, 2025
Good morning, Fond du Lac. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Google launched its new 'preferred sources' feature on Aug 12 — letting users filter Top Stories by choosing favorite sites. Local readers can add the Reporter as a preferred source — a change that makes local news easier to see. FDL Reporter
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Aug. 28, Fond du Lac County deputies chased a vehicle reaching 130 mph after a probationary officer saw a traffic violation and suspected intoxication; the pursuit ended when a tire deflation device was used near North Fond du Lac and both a Green Bay woman driver and a Green Bay man passenger—who fled on foot—were arrested on outstanding warrants and charges including reckless endangerment and drug possession. FDL Reporter
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the City of Fond du Lac held a ribbon cutting to mark the reopening of Main Street after major work that removed old pavement and fixed curbs, gutters, crosswalks, and water mains from 6th to Merrill Streets—boosting downtown activity. Envision Greater FDL
- ➤ Starting September 2, Fond du Lac County will resurface an 8.3 miles stretch of WIS 49 from Brandon to Ripon with a 2.1 million dollars project that will mill the old asphalt plus widen shoulders, update curb ramps and add rumble strips while drivers should expect lane closures and minor delays. The I-41 project will continue through late October with planned lane and ramp adjustments to maintain two lanes during peak hours and complete paving and culvert repairs. KFIZ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mackenzie Federer, a pharmacy technician at SSM Health in Waupun, was named the newest BEE Award winner for her strong help to customers and teamwork—colleagues praised her for stepping in to assist and quickly completing tasks across pharmacies. Envision Greater FDL
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A relay team from Miron Construction is preparing to run in the Community First Fox Cities Marathon soon — the group formed to support each other after members overcame health challenges and set personal running goals. They say finishing together is as important as the race itself. WBAY
- ➤ Fond du Lac High School Football beat Milwaukee Marquette 17—3 on August 29 in a game where strong play led to a key win—boosting the team's season momentum. KFIZ
- ➤ St. Mary's Springs Academy Football beat Oconto Falls 28–14 on August 29—photos show the team in action during a strong win. KFIZ
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Labor Day Parade
11 AM - 12 PM — Veterans Park — Free — Celebrate Labor Day with a vibrant parade that showcases community spirit along Main Street.
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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.
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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.
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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 improve movement, balance, and posture.
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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.
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Fondy Food Truck Festival
11 AM – 5 PM — Lakeside Park — Free entry — Enjoy a day of diverse food offerings, live music, and family-friendly activities at this year's festival.
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Bones for Life/ATM® 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 awareness.
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