Good morning, Fond du Lac.

EAA Aviation Museum will hold its annual 9/11 memorial program on Friday, Sept.

11 at 7 p.m. in the Founder's Wing, featuring NYPD pilot Ken Solosky and emergency specialist Dr. Mike Fagel (free for EAA members, active military, law enforcement, public safety personnel, and first responders; $5 admission for others).

A local Ripon apple orchard remains optimistic about a busy fall harvest despite a warm summer as farm officials expect a productive season in the coming months.

Ripon College will host the free Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra concert at 3:15 p.m. on Sunday, Sept.

20 in the Field House at the Willmore Center, and Associate Conductor Ryan Tani will lead a selection of classical works from the 19th and 20th centuries.

The Fond du Lac Women’s Chorus will begin rehearsals at 7 p.m. on Sept.

14 at Pilgrim United Church of Christ and welcomes any woman 18 and older with no audition, though choral experience is helpful — the group is set to share joint concerts with the Theisen Middle School Honors Chorus this winter.

Marian University President Aaron Sadoff is promoting a culture of happiness by launching a bachelor's degree in thanatology + revising athletics programs to boost retention and morale, following his focus on positive psychology since his early days as superintendent.

The university will celebrate its 90-year anniversary on Sept. 8.

The Congregation of Sisters of St. Agnes will host an Earth Fair in Fond du Lac on Saturday, Sept.

19 to invite electric and hybrid vehicle owners to share experiences and learn fuel-saving tips. Sign-ups are available through National Drive Electric Month and the event is open to all.

AAA noted heavy Labor Day weekend travel began Thursday when highways congested between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Officials warn traffic will peak today from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. and on Monday during the return, so drivers should plan ahead and check the 511 map.

Wisconsin DNR launched its Think Smart Before You Start campaign that runs today through Sunday to remind ATV and UTV riders and boaters to follow safety rules amid increased patrols over Labor Day weekend.

Officials advise wearing helmets, seatbelts and Coast Guard-approved life jackets to prevent injuries.

SSM Health gave a $10,000 community health grant to Sigma to expand help for unhoused students and families facing hardship.

The funding will boost student support from 51 to at least 75, and Sigma is starting a Weekend Fuel Pack program (linking local high schools).

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.