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Pantry Pieces: Week 1 Take It or Leave It
by ShaneRich · 3/8/2026
Take a minute to ponder which experiences shaped you to be who you are and to do what you do today. For B, her experiences in using local resources while growing up motivated her to create the Take It or Leave It - Community Pantry at 195 E. Cotton St. This pantry is a “greenhouse-style pantry that’
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Ink, Art & Community: The Story of Gavin Bowe
by Ashley Ernst · 3/1/2026
Theres something about a fresh tattoo that brings peace, memories, euphoric feelings when you get one. Gavin Bowe, owner of In Your Face Tattooz brings your ideas and turns them into artistic reality. Gavin isn't just a tattoo artist; he is a staple in the Fond du Lac community. I'm sure you've
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Nourish Beauty & Wellness: Where Self-Care, Confidence, and Whole-Body Wellness Come Together
by Kristin Santini · 3/1/2026
Nourish Beauty & Wellness embraces the idea that salon visits are often about more than hair. Stylists naturally create spaces where guests feel comfortable sharing, decompressing, and reconnecting with themselves. Building on that connection, Nourish Beauty & Wellness intentionally fosters
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Honoring Those Who Served: Jodi Slager’s Heart for Veterans at American Legion Post 75
by ShaneRich · 3/1/2026
Not all heroes wear capes! Often times a hero walks among us just trying to make the community they live in a better place. They don't ask for praise or recognition, they just see a need and attempt to find a solution for the need. Jodi Slager fits the description. Jodi is the manager of the
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Thelma Sadoff Center
by Darren Goodpaster · 3/1/2026
Live Music & Concert Experiences at THELMA: Fond du Lac’s Premier Arts Stage In the heart of downtown Fond du Lac’s Arts and Entertainment District, the Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts—known locally as THELMA—has become one of Wisconsin’s most dynamic destinations for live music and concert
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Lakeside Park: The Return of Walking Season
by ShaneRich · 3/1/2026
There’s something about this time of year in Fond du Lac that just pulls you back outside. The air’s still got that bite, the lake’s half frozen, half waking up, and the paths at Lakeside Park start filling back up with walkers, dogs, and families who’ve been cooped up all winter. It’s not quite spr
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The Passenger Lounge Brings Live Music To Fond du Lac’s Historic Train Depot
by ShaneRich · 2/21/2026
There’s something really special about seeing a historic Fond du Lac building come back to life, and that’s exactly what’s happening inside the old Railway Depot. Now transformed into The Passenger Lounge, the beautifully restored space officially opened its doors Thursday as a live music and event
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Why Sturgeon Spearing Season Still Feels Like the Heart of Fond du Lac
by ShaneRich · 2/21/2026
Every February in Fond du Lac, you can just feel it when sturgeon spearing season is back. Before the sun even comes up, trucks are heading out onto the ice, heaters are firing up in shanties, and families are settling in for long, quiet hours staring into that dark hole. For a lot of people around
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Ahern Gross Plumbing:Family Feel with Big Capabilities. Serving Fond du Lac Since 1983.
by Ali Helleberg · 2/21/2026
For more than 40 years, Ahern Gross Plumbing has been a trusted name in Fond du Lac. Founded in 1983 when Tom Gross purchased the small projects division of another local company, the business has grown into a respected, family-owned operation led by Tom Gross, Pat Bertram, and Tyler Gross. Located
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What if every habit, from your morning walk to your late-night snack, is shaping the body you live in?
by CassandraLeffelman · 2/21/2026
As Zach puts it, “We’re all bodybuilders. Every choice we make every day shapes and sculpts our appearance- we work toward our ideal image. That’s bodybuilding.” In the heart of Fond du Lac, Legacy Training Lab is more than a gym- it’s a reflection of one man’s passion for growth, discipline, and
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Three Years Strong: How Sandy Ritchie Built More Than Just a Diner on Main Street
by ShaneRich · 2/15/2026
This past week marked three years since Sandy Ritchie took over The Diner in downtown Fond du Lac, and if you know even a little of her story, you know that’s a big deal. Not a small milestone. Not a “nice little anniversary.” A big one. Three years ago she stepped into something completely new afte
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More Than a Dental Office. A Place Built for Kids in Fond du Lac.
by ShaneRich · 2/15/2026
When I first connected with Dr. GJ to build the website for Blue Lake Smiles Pediatric Dental, I knew it was going to be special. But after actually visiting the office in person, I was blown away. This isn’t your typical dental clinic. It’s bright, welcoming, and built completely around making kids
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El Patron Mexican Bar & Grill
by Darren Goodpaster · 2/15/2026
El Patron Mexican Bar & Grill — A Taste of Mexico in the Heart of Fond du Lac Tucked along 4th Street Way in Fond du Lac sits a restaurant that has quietly become a local favorite for bold flavors, warm hospitality, and a true family-style dining experience. El Patron Mexican Bar & Gr
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Oddball Arts
by Ashley Ernst · 2/15/2026
Have you ever seen those beautiful window paintings throughout local businesses? Have you seen the bold, colorful murals in Fond du Lac and surrounding areas? Chloe Tschudy, owner of Oddball Arts is the one painting the city, adding splashes of color throughout Fond du Lac. Chloe has won Best Painte
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Honoring Our Heroes: Military Appreciation Night Returns to the Blue Line 🇺🇸🏒
by ShaneRich · 2/15/2026
The community is invited to come together for a special evening of honor and hockey at the Military Appreciation Game on February 28th at 8:00 pm at the Blue Line Family Ice Center. This meaningful event celebrates the men and women who have served and continue to serve our country. All current mili
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New Local Partnership Expands Mental Health Care Access in Fond du Lac
by ShaneRich · 2/15/2026
A new community partnership is bringing increased mental health support directly to residents in Fond du Lac. Local nonprofit ADVOCAP has teamed up with Collaborative Wellness — a regional mental health provider — to offer counseling services at ADVOCAP’s office at 19 W. 1st Street. Licensed therapi
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A Fond du Lac Winter Tradition Returns: Sturgeon Spectacular 2026
by ShaneRich · 2/8/2026
Every February, winter in Fond du Lac comes alive in the best possible way with the return of Sturgeon Spectacular, a signature downtown festival that celebrates everything we love about the season. Always held the second weekend of February, this year’s event runs February 13–15, 2026, bringing loc
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Fond du Lac Hosts One of the Largest Bowling Tournaments in the U.S.
by ShaneRich · 2/8/2026
Fond du Lac has the honor of hosting the 14th Wisconsin State Tournament. It is the biggest state tournament in the United States. The Wisconsin State Open Championship started on January 17th and will run every weekend Friday, Saturday until May 3rd. Over 11,000 men and women from every part of
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A&W Drive In
by Darren Goodpaster · 2/8/2026
Fond du Lac Comfort Food: A&W’s Chicken Worth the Detour In a city full of classic Wisconsin drive-ins and family diners, A&W Restaurant on Winnebago Drive holds a special kind of nostalgia. You don’t just stop here to eat — you stop to slow down. The smell of fry oil, the sound of the dr
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Fond du Lac Tavern League Steps Up to Support Veterans Park Project
by ShaneRich · 2/8/2026
The Fond du Lac Tavern League is an organization of numerous tavern owners from throughout FDL County. The membership is passionate about giving back to Veterans in any way possible. When they heard about the Veteran's Park remodel, they wanted to do something to contribute to the project. They ca
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