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What's up Fond du Lac! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a former detective is reshaping forensic psychology education in Fond du Lac
  • How Friday's Fondy football game will honor loved ones fighting cancer
  • Which giant pumpkin could win $3,000 at Fondy FallToberfest?

Also on today's calendar: 75th Fall Wisconsin Antiques Dealers Assn. Show & Sale and 9 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Deborah G.!

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Rain most of the time, with a high of 68 and low of 45 degrees.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 63, low: 39.
  • Saturday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 64 and low of 48 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Former detective finds a new calling at Marian University (bnd.com) — At Marian University in Fond du Lac, former detective Ryan Dronek now teaches forensic psychology, giving local students hands-on crime scene experience in the campus Crime Scene House. After brain surgeries ended his law enforcement career, he shifted into full-time teaching, shaping courses, mentoring about 130 students a week, and helping guide Marian's future through university committees and innovative learning opportunities.
   

2. Fondy football turns grief into support for local cancer care Oct. 2 (bnd.com) — Fond du Lac High School's varsity football team will host Neenah on Oct. 2 for a "Tackle Cancer Together" night at National Exchange Bank Field, honoring loved ones affected by cancer. Players, families, and fans can participate in a pregame candle moment, wear cancer-awareness colors, and donate at the game or via Venmo, with proceeds supporting SSM Health Cancer Center in Fond du Lac.
   

3. Fondy FallToberfest returns Oct. 10 to Lakeside Park (fdlreporter.com) — Fond du Lac is gearing up for Fondy FallToberfest on Oct. 10 at Lakeside Park's Oven Island, featuring the Great Pumpkin Weigh-off with big cash prizes. Families can enjoy runs, wagon rides, trunk-or-treat, kids' activities, Oktoberfest games, live music, a biergarten with special brews, and plenty of food trucks in a free, all-day community celebration.
   

4. Fond du Lac farm stand short more than $1,000 after customers underpay (wbay.com) — A new self-serve farm stand in Fond du Lac discovered it was short about $1,200 in its first month because some customers underpaid for produce and goods. The family owners are asking neighbors to pay the full amount and may add more cameras, hoping to keep offering fresh, locally grown food to the community sustainably.
   

5. A Kettle Moraine day trip worth adding to your list (thenorthwestern.com) — Fond du Lac residents are just a short drive from the Kettle Moraine State Forest Northern Unit, where you can hike, paddle, ski, or simply enjoy fall colors shaped by ancient glaciers. The story highlights specific trails, scenic stops, and nearby Dundee eateries, plus notes that the Fond du Lac Public Library lends state park passes to help you explore affordably.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • This guy (Romeo) got out of our house.
    He's very affectionate and will approach people if he sees you. He doesn't have a collar on because he's an indoor cat. Let me know if you see him. (Nextdoor Lallier Park)
  • Your emergency plan should include every member of the family—including your pets!
    During #NationalPreparednessMonth, take some time to put together an emergency kit for your pet. Include food, water, medications, important records,… (Nextdoor )
  • Kroger posted a job opening for Online Grocery Pick-Up Clerk in Fond Du Lac. Apply here.
  • Dollar Tree posted a job opening for Assistant Manager I in Fond Du Lac. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Fond du Lac here.

Ok Fond du Lac! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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