Good morning, Fond du Lac.

Festival Foods finalized its sale of 42 Wisconsin stores to Schnucks Markets; the new owner—based in St. Louis and operating more than 100 stores in Missouri, Illinois and Indiana—said shoppers will see no changes in service.

The sale was announced about a month ago and confirms Schnucks' first venture into the Wisconsin market.

On Monday, October 20, 2025, gas prices in Fond du Lac jumped by up to .35 cents after a refinery in Whiting experienced a fire and power disruption—forcing key processing units offline.

Officials said the 440,000 barrel plant is expected to resume operation in a week, so prices should return to the national average within 2 weeks.

A federally funded Wisconsin food assistance program, FoodShare, may run out of funds in 10 days if the government shutdown continues.

Gov. Tony Evers said nearly 700,000 residents will see their November benefits delayed — state officials plan to restore funding once the shutdown ends.

At an unscheduled town hall meeting on October 19, 2025, the Taycheedah town board voted to keep Mount Calvary Ambulance Service after residents raised concerns about longer response times if switching to the City of Fond du Lac ambulance service—officials met with the ambulance personnel on Monday and reached a new deal to secure service for nearly 10,000 people.

In September, the median home listing price in Fond du Lac County fell 3.3% to $362,400—homes were on the market for a median of 41 days while the price per square foot rose 4.4% to $193, reflecting shifts in local market trends.

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.

Bones for Life/ATM Class

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — YMCA Membership or daily fee — Experience gentle movements promoting balance and improved posture.