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Fond du Lac
Thursday, October 30th, 2025
Good morning, Fond du Lac. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fondy Food Pantry has launched a holiday greeting card fundraiser to help local families and share holiday cheer in Fond du Lac. Supporters can buy cards for a minimum donation of $20 online—proceeds help fund the pantry’s food programs. Envision Greater FDL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On October 28, the Children’s Museum of Fond du Lac celebrated the grand opening of its new Light Wonders Gallery, an immersive space with a sensory room, a 12-foot illuminated wall and an interactive projection exhibit. Over 40 guests & community partners joined the ribbon-cutting while the $122,000 project aimed to boost play & creativity for children of all abilities. Envision Greater FDL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Federal SNAP funding will pause Nov. 1 because of the government shutdown, so FoodShare participants can only use benefits already on their EBT cards. Local food pantries — including Fondy Food Pantry and the Salvation Army — are preparing for longer lines and increased demand as community members donate essentials and money. FDL Reporter
- ➤ Fond du Lac announced that Rachel Fuller has been named Library Director for the Fond du Lac Public Library, with her term starting on December 1. She brings 14 years of library leadership experience — she managed budgets and programs that help run busy libraries. KFIZ
- ➤ The Fond du Lac Public Library announced that Rachel Fuller will begin her role as director on December 1 — she brings 14 years of library leadership experience — to manage the library’s operations and community programs. She previously served at Urbana Free Library and holds advanced degrees from Clarion University and Southern Illinois University, and the library board is confident in her ability to serve the city well. Envision Greater FDL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Tansy Lederhaus survived a car crash as a teen that left her with severe injuries and less than a 1% chance of survival while losing her best friend, and she spent 43 days in hospital. Now a registered nurse and mother-of-three, she hosts blood drives and plans to publish her book 43 Days by the end of the year to honor those who helped save her life. Envision Greater FDL
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Marian University's men's bowling team won the second GLBC event by finishing with 7,965 pins — beating UW-Whitewater's 7,959 pins and posting a top Baker score of 3,098 with a 194.3 average. Envision Greater FDL
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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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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.
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Kate Voss & The Hot Sauce Holiday Show
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Thelma Sadoff Center For the Arts — $19-$23 — Experience a festive blend of holiday classics and family-friendly humor with Kate Voss and her talented band.
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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 — Explore gentle movements to enhance balance and movement awareness.
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