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Fond du Lac
Tuesday, October 14th, 2025
Good morning, Fond du Lac. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Monday morning, KFIZ Today hosts Shawn Kiser, Nick Van Nocker, News Director Doug Raflik, Guy from 107.1 The Bull and Randy Hopper shopped at Walmart for prizes for the 2025 KFIZ Halloween Party—set for Saturday, October 25 at 5:30 p.m.—with prizes including Legos, hot rod cars, fishing supplies, board games, bikes and a grand prize offering a family stay at the Wilderness Resort in the Wisconsin Dells. KFIZ
- ➤ Fond du Lac farmer Jim Ford won the giant pumpkin competition at Stillwater Harvest Fest in Minnesota when his pumpkin weighed 2,491 pounds—he said his success came from starting its growth early and keeping it at the right temperature. TMJ-4
- ➤ SSM Health has donated $175,000 to support programs at the Boys & Girls Club and Family YMCA in Fond du Lac, with $100,000 allocated to a capital campaign for expanding a shared community center and $75,000 for specific youth and family programs. Leaders from SSM Health presented the gift to local officials — reinforcing their commitment to education, health, and community well-being — as part of ongoing community benefit efforts. Envision Greater FDL
- ➤ Today, the YMCA and Boys & Girls Club launched the second phase of their joint Capital Campaign to raise $500,000 for safer and more welcoming community spaces. Donors giving $100 or more receive a limited-edition campaign T-shirt and those giving $250 or more receive a limited-edition sweatshirt — thank-you gifts will be available within four weeks. Envision Greater FDL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The annual FOCUS event on teen driver safety will be held on October 15 and 16 at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center in Appleton — with more than 30 schools and 4,600 students expected— and will feature trauma experts, first responders and crash survivors discussing the dangers of distracted driving, speeding and not wearing seatbelts. A parent session will offer driving tips while media attend pre-interviews on October 15 from 8:15 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. Envision Greater FDL
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Marian field hockey upset Centre 3–2 in overtime in their conference opener—earning their first win over Centre in seven meetings and the first conference play win in program history. Marian led the game with a 20–8 shot advantage and senior Jikke Biemans scored the golden goal in overtime. Envision Greater FDL
- ➤ Marian University's women's soccer team won 4-0 over Aurora today, led by senior Brianna Guelig who scored one goal and provided two assists while Baylee Alvarado left the game with an injury. The win reversed a long losing streak—Marian now has six wins in the last seven meetings against Aurora. Envision Greater FDL
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Bones for Life/ATM(R) Class
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — Membership or daily fee required — Engage in gentle movements to enhance balance and body awareness.
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Valley Fox Live Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Thelma Sadoff Center For the Arts — $15-$18 — Experience a Midwestern folk power trio blending bold harmonies with gritty string music.
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Downtown Fond du Lac Farmer's Market featuring Live Music
8 AM – 12 PM — Downtown Fond du Lac Partnership — Free entry — Enjoy fresh fall produce and live tunes while grabbing a breakfast sandwich and a cup of coffee.
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Acorns and Artisans Craft and Vendor Fair
4:30-6:30 p.m. — Mc Namara & Thiel Insurance — Free entry — Explore an evening filled with handmade crafts and artisanal products from talented local small businesses.
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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 enhance movement, balance, and posture.
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Halloweenie Street Party
5:30-8 p.m. — Downtown Fond du Lac Partnership — $25 or $20 if purchased by Oct 17th — Enjoy a night of spooky fun with music, food, and a costume contest.
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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 improve balance, posture, and overall body awareness.
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Spread Your Wings Gala 2025
5-9 p.m. — Radisson Hotel and Conference Center Fond du Lac — Join the fun and help uplift women in our community at this spirited evening featuring The Masked Singer.
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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 — Discover gentle movements that enhance balance and control in a supportive environment.
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