Fond du Lac, House fire

The historic Octagon House in Fond du Lac has been steeped in intrigue since 1856
Former Fond du Lac Mayor Isaac Brown built the Octagon House in 1856, and it almost didn't survive the 1970s. Here's the history of the house.
House fire leaves Fond du Lac county home a 'total loss'
Marine veteran Stephen Lara lost his life savings in a highway stop by Nevada State Police, who seized his cash, highlighting the need for the Fifth Amendment Integrity Restoration Act to protect property owners from civil forfeiture abuses.
Controlled burn sparks house fire in Fond du Lac County, leaving two without a home
A controlled burn in Fond du Lac County led to a devastating house fire on Thursday afternoon, leaving two people without a home. According to the Fond du Lac County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded shortly after 3 p.
Town of Metomen home in Fond du Lac County a total loss after fire Thursday afternoon
A town of Metomen home is a total loss after a fire Thursday afternoon. Fond du Lac County Sheriff’s Office said in a news release a 911 call at 3:06 p.m. March 13 reported a residence at N13707 State 44 was fully engulfed in flames.
People safely escape apartment fire in Fond du Lac
Authorities say three adults and an infant are now staying with family after an apartment caught fire in Fond du Lac. Everyone else was allowed to go back inside.
Home destroyed after controlled burn in Fond du Lac County spreads from ditch
A residence in Fond du Lac County is considered a total loss after a controlled burn spread from a ditch to a nearby home.
'It was difficult seeing the world shut down.' Fond du Lac readers share their COVID experiences.
At five years since COVID-19 began sweeping through Fond du Lac, here are some stories, from lost loved ones to long-term ...
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Fond du Lac County property sold for $3M in latest real estate transfers for March 3-7
Here's a list of real estate transfers in Fond du Lac County from March 3-7, 2025, according to the Wisconsin Department of Revenue.
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One hurt after a truck-motorcycle crash in North Fond du Lac
One person is in critical condition after a pickup truck hit a motorcycle in North Fond du Lac Thursday night.
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Fond du Lac County police chase; woman arrested, speeds reached 120 mph
One person was taken into custody following a police chase in Fond du Lac County on Thursday, March 13. The pursuit lasted ...
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Appleton woman arrested in Fond du Lac County after I-41 pursuit reaches speeds of 120 mph
The Fond du Lac County Sheriff's Office arrested an Appleton woman after a high-speed pursuit on I-41. She is suspected of operating while impaired.
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Train and semi-trailer collision in Fond du Lac County causes secondary crash, injuring one
One person was injured Wednesday in Fond du Lac County after a train collided with a semi-trailer when it failed to yield, ...
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Wisconsin DOJ investigating Fond du Lac officer-involved death
The Wisconsin Department of Justice is investigating an officer-involved death from late February. According to ...
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Remember when skate-a-thons raised money at the Majestic Roller Rink in Fond du Lac?
From 1974 to 1988, the Majestic Roller Rink on Pioneer Road hosted not only skating events, but also popular dances for area youth and all other ages.