Good morning, Fond du Lac.

Renowned women's rights journalist Lisle Lester will be buried at Calvary Cemetery (686 Fond du Lac Ave.) on Saturday at 10 a.m. after 138 years away, ending decades of effort by local groups to bring her home.

Fond du Lac businessman Sam Meyer was honored with a national DAR award for restoring historic downtown properties (a process he began in 2006).

The award was presented on Oct. 1 by chapter leaders at a local meeting.

Fond du Lac County Emergency Management and the Health Department have announced free Emergency Safety Books that cover 72-hour kits, medical and weather emergency planning to be distributed at outreach events in 2027; local businesses supported the effort and residents can also access the guide online.

The Wisconsin Family Council released its three-part documentary series on Oct.

15 – exploring COVID-19 restrictions on religious gatherings in Fond du Lac and West Bend – featuring interviews with Trinity Baptist Church and Pilgrim Evangelical Lutheran Church, and the series is available on YouTube and FreedomToWorship.org.

Impact Theatre Company presents Hunchback of Notre Dame in St. Paul's Cathedral from Oct.

22 to Oct. 31 — the performance will offer local theater fans a new look at this classic story.

St. Lawrence Seminary High School's 2026 yearbook won a Gallery of Excellence Award from Walsworth Publishing Company, placing it in the top 5% for design, photography and journalism.

This marks the school's fourth national honor (last awarded in 2025).

A WalletHub study from Oct.

15 finds Minnesota is the top Midwest energy-efficient state—ranking 9th nationally for overall home and auto performance—while Wisconsin follows at 11th. The study highlights the region’s progress in reducing energy expenses.

Michelle Radtke, a ThedaCare expert, advised women from young adulthood to menopause to monitor changes in their breasts, practice self-awareness — and get timely screenings to lower risk.

She noted that healthy habits and understanding family history can help residents detect issues early and follow up with primary care.

The Milwaukee Brewers swept the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLCS on Thursday, Oct.

15 with a 6-4 win to secure their first World Series appearance since 1982 (Garrett Mitchell and David Hamilton hit the key home runs).

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.