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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
Homegrown Heros
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
Finding Balance
FHNB Annual Bash Brings Music, Community, and Safe Rides to Fond du Lac
by Ashley Ernst · 2/8/2026
A healthy lifestyle is sometimes about just being safe, which is why the Fond du Lac County Tavern League offers free safe rides home for patrons. In 2025 alone, the Fond du Lac County Tavern League completed 1,100 safe rides, helping reduce impaired driving and keep local roads safer. Looking fo
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Local Ice Cream Shops Begin Opening for the Season!
by ShaneRich · 2/8/2026
As the days slowly get longer and winter starts to fade, one of the best signs of the season changing around Fond du Lac is the return of ice cream shops. Ice cream has a way of bringing people together, whether it’s families piling into the car after dinner, kids celebrating the end of a long schoo
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Fond du Lac County Veterans Services Office
by Ashley Ernst · 2/1/2026
Did you know in our own backyard, we have a Veterans Services Office (CVSO)? Do you know what CVSO's do? CVSO are a county funded program committed to providing the upmost support to veterans, at no cost. CVSO's provide assistance to veterans and their families to pursue all benefits, entitlements,
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Q&A with Dan Hebel
by Ali Helleberg · 2/1/2026
Dan Hebel currently serves as CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Fond du Lac. Having worked with our local youth community for the last 21years, Dan strives to provide the resources that his team needs to execute their focus of creating meaningful experiences and opportunities for youth that help t
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You’ve Driven Past It for Years: The Story Behind Dave’s Engine Service
by ShaneRich · 2/1/2026
If you’ve ever driven down Scott Street in Fond du Lac, chances are you’ve passed Dave’s Engine Service without really knowing what was inside. I know I did. I grew up right around the corner and honestly had no idea there was a full-blown engine shop tucked into that building until I bought a weed
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Learning Through Play: Inspired Builders at the Children’s Museum of Fond du Lac
by ShaneRich · 2/1/2026
Learning and play go hand in hand, especially for kids. Some of the best growth happens when children are building, exploring, pretending, and asking questions without even realizing they are learning. Fond du Lac has great spaces that encourage curiosity, creativity, and hands-on discovery in ways
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Hometown Taxi
by Darren Goodpaster · 2/1/2026
Looking for a reliable ride in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin? 🚖 Check out Hometown Taxi — a locally owned taxi service that’s been serving our community with friendly drivers and flat-rate fares since 2017! Whether you need a quick local run, a ride to work, or a safe lift around town, Hometown Taxi knows
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Prolonged cold weather doesn’t just chill our bones- it wears on our nervous systems, our patience, and our sense of hope.
by CassandraLeffelman · 2/1/2026
As a nurse, I’ve seen how extended cold spells increase illness, isolation, and fatigue. As a leadership coach, I see something quieter but just as real: people pushing through, ignoring their own limits, and telling themselves they should be ‘ tougher’. Cold weather has a way of magnifying what’s a
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Dirty Dog Groomers
by Ali Helleberg · 1/25/2026
Meet a new favorite among Fond du Lac pet owners – Dirty Dog Groomers. Since opening in August 2025, Dirty Dog Groomers has turned heads with its fun name, but behind it is a story full of personality, passion, and local pride. Owned by Fond du Lac native Lindsay Shaw, the shop offers professional p
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