Good morning, Fond du Lac.

Two teenage brothers from Dalton have spent five years growing giant pumpkins and brought their pumpkin Caleb to a competition in Fond du Lac on October 11, where it weighed 838.5 pounds.

They plan to learn from this experience and try to exceed the 1,000-pound mark next year — their family effort shows real dedication.

The Coolest Thing Made In Wisconsin contest narrowed its entries to four finalists — the Search and Rescue Airboat from Marion, the Comfort Custom Seating System from New Berlin, Kikkoman Soy Sauce from Walworth and Extrication Tools from TNT Rescue Systems in Hartland after Sargento Cheese and Carbliss canned cocktails were cut from the final eight. The winner will be announced at the Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce Business Day event in Madison on October 23.

NOAA’s National Weather Service released its Winter Outlook on October 17 and it shows that La Niña conditions are likely to develop later this fall—winter in Wisconsin will have near normal to slightly cooler temperatures and a bit more rain from December 1 through February 28.

The Wisconsin DNR reminds sturgeon spearers that they must purchase their license by October 31 for Lake Winnebago’s 2026 season—residents and nonresidents can buy through the Go Wild system or at sales locations, and youth turning 12 after November 1 and military on leave are exempt. The season opens on February 14 and will run up to 16 days or until harvest caps are reached.

The Fond du Lac football team finished its regular season with a 48-14 win over Oshkosh West on October 17—ending their season on a high note.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.