Good morning, Fond du Lac.

Since 2018, the Fond du Lac Noon Rotary self-funded the Holiday Light Show at Lakeside Park's west side using club dues and is now launching a pay-it-forward campaign that will donate 100% of contributions to local charities and non profits.

Sadie Howell, president & CEO of Envision Greater Fond du Lac, earned the prestigious CEcD certification from the International Economic Development Council, boosting her credentials to drive economic growth in the community.

The PSC approved an Alliant settlement that will raise the average electric bill by $9.57 in 2026 and $17.45 in 2027 (lowering an initially steeper proposal) while also reducing gas rate hikes and funding customer programs.

Sadie Howell, CEO of Envision Greater Fond du Lac, earned the CEcD certification from the International Economic Development Council on Dec.

3 (joining a nationwide network of top economic developers) as Envision advances plans for job growth and business expansion in the community.

Marian University launched a nine-credit online certificate that helps educational leaders build communication and public relations skills.

Enrollment is open for January 2026, and the program offers three seven-week courses taught by expert Dorreen Dembski.

The nine-day gun deer hunt ended in Fond du Lac County on November 30 with slightly lower hunter participation and overall harvest compared to last year (2,245 deer were recorded, including 1,167 antlered).

Resource Pool nurse Adam Nelson has been honored with the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses at St. Agnes Hospital + his compassionate service was recognized during a brief ceremony that celebrated the quality care he provides.

Dr. Robert Brooks, DO, has joined Froedtert & MCW Fond du Lac East Johnson Clinic to expand orthopedic services for the area.

He will offer procedures including joint replacement and arthroscopy at the clinic located at 1081 E. Johnson St.

For Kids From 1 to 92 Holiday Show

7:30 PM - 1:30 AM — Thelma Sadoff Center For the Arts — $36-$45 — Experience a joyful holiday musical extravaganza for everyone from 1 to 92 with your favorite Christmas classics.

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 balance, posture, and awareness.

Night of Silence Concert

7 p.m. - 4 p.m. — Fond du Lac High School — Admission charged — Experience a heartwarming collection of holiday music performed by various student ensembles.

Bones for Life/ATM(R) Class

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — Membership or daily fee required — Participate in gentle movements to enhance balance and posture in a supportive environment.

Bones for Life/ATM(R) Class

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — Membership or daily fee — Experience gentle movements that enhance balance and posture in a supportive environment.

Bones for Life Class

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Fond du Lac Family YMCA — YMCA Membership/or daily fee — Engage in gentle movements to enhance balance and posture through the Feldenkrais Method.

Wonders Music & Movement Class

9-10 a.m. — Wonder — Included with open play — Engage your toddler in music and movement to enhance their physical and emotional development.

New Year's Eve Chilly Chili Run/Walk

2:45-4 p.m. — Marian University — Free entry — Celebrate the New Year with a fun run, chili, and festivities for all ages.