Good morning, Fond du Lac.

Fond du Lac Department of Public Works said a section of the Brooke Street Bike Trail between Johnson Court and Rees Street has been intermittently closed since Thursday, Sept.

24 for a contractor to install new utilities; closures will continue until Friday, Oct. 2.

SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital will host the ImpactLife blood drive on Tuesday, Oct.

20 from 11 am to 4 pm in its Plaza Level Conference Center at 430 E. Division Street. A single donation may help save up to three lives, and appointments are recommended.

Diesel prices statewide dropped to $6.61 on Wednesday, Sept.

23 after Exxon Mobil's Joliet refinery nearly restarted, easing wholesale costs across Wisconsin; the two-week streak of rising prices ended, which may benefit local drivers.

Compeer Financial awarded $174K in agriculture education grants yesterday (Sept.

24) to 27 Wisconsin schools including Waupun High, Markesan Middle and High, and Horicon High. Waupun will use its grant for an aquaculture system, Markesan for greenhouse equipment and hydroponics, and Horicon for livestock training simulators.

Marian University’s new construction management program gave students hands-on real-world experience by having them renovate a former art room as a capstone project.

Program Director Matthew Durand plans to expand the program with more projects (such as a coffee and contractor series) and new pathways for experienced workers to earn credit.

Fond du Lac Public Library marked a new era when its modern 1968 building opened after the transition from the 1904 Carnegie library, with patrons recalling the temporary move to a garage during construction.

The change reflects 150 years of service in our community.

Fond du Lac homeowners are advised to set thermostats at about 68 degrees when indoor temperatures drop at or below 64 for several days — energy companies say smart thermostats may save up to $180 yearly by keeping heating steady.

The Alzheimer’s Association will host its Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Oct.

3 at Fond du Lac High School (801 Campus Dr). The event starts at 8:30 a.m. with a Promise Garden ceremony at 9:40 a.m. and a walk at 10:00 a.m., inviting residents to form teams against Alzheimer’s.

Wild Rose Fire Department assistant chief Scott Pudil (53) fought esophageal cancer with early detection and robotic surgery provided by ThedaCare.

He now continues work and spreads health awareness among firefighters vulnerable to esophageal and lung cancer.

Marian University women’s soccer pressed Lakeland with heavy offensive play but fell 1-0.

Lakeland earned its first win since 2008 when the Muskies scored at 54:47 on Sept. 24 (Marian outshot Lakeland 23-1).

Marian University men’s soccer lost 5-1 to Lakeland on Sept.

24. Early free-kick and set-piece goals built Lakeland’s lead, snapping Marian’s four-game unbeaten streak.

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.

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.