Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of September.
Good morning, Fond du Lac.
Fond du Lac police arrested a 28-year-old suspect on Sept.
3 after he fled a traffic stop that led to a lockdown at Sabish Middle School — deputies recovered a backpack with 2.3 pounds of marijuana while the search for the second suspect continues.
After a high-speed pursuit ended in a crash on September 4 at the intersection of Highways 23 and 26 in Rosendale, deputies tracked a related vehicle and took a 24-year-old female driver and two male passengers into custody after finding illegal narcotics—authorities said the 28-year-old driver from the initial crash was evaluated at SSM Health before facing charges including felony fleeing and drug delivery.
Campbellsport School District in Fond du Lac County was awarded $100,000 from the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development as part of nearly $1 million in grants to support its manufacturing curriculum.
The funds will be used to purchase a Fuji Automatic Numerical Control Certified Industrial Robot Training Lab+providing hands-on experience that prepares students for skilled jobs.
The Fond du Lac Chapter DAR will rededicate a new Toll Gate Marker in Roosevelt Park on Sept.
11 at 1:45 p.m.—the marker honors the historic toll gate on the Military Trail and old Plank Road, and local officials will attend the ceremony.
Sen. Tammy Baldwin and Rep. Tony Wied have introduced the Go Pack Go Act to ensure that over 400,000 Wisconsin residents in 13 counties can access Packers broadcasts from in-state providers—allowing viewers to watch local sports and news.
The bipartisan legislation, introduced since 2019, is now pending in the Senate Commerce Committee—promising a boost to local viewer choice.
SSM Health Ripon Community Hospital patients will soon have access to Sentimag technology—advanced breast cancer detection equipment funded by an $81,557 gift from the Agnesian HealthCare Foundation.
The system uses magnetic signals to help surgeons guide precise tissue removal and reduce incision sizes.
A Fox Valley doctor warned today that ending school vaccine mandates might lead to more measles in Wisconsin as 24 cases have been reported with 13 among school-aged children—none were vaccinated.
State officials and Senator Baldwin say high vaccination rates are needed to protect vulnerable children.
Marian University men’s soccer lost 5-1 to No. 14 UW-Platteville after UW-Platteville took an early 1-0 lead at 5:51 and Danny Gutzwiller scored twice to put them ahead 3-0 by halftime—Marian’s only goal came on a penalty by Nathan Blazenko as UW-Platteville scored two more in the second half to secure the win.
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.
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.
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.
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 movement awareness.
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