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Wendt's is closing and 5 more top Fond du Lac stories from October

FOND DU LAC – October brought fall in full swing to Fond du Lac, as well as some business and other developments. The most-read local stories from October ranged from an upcoming closure of a beloved restaurant to the best local bars for watching sports. Here's what to catch up on from last month. Read more: Share your nominations for People of the Year in Fond du Lac Wendt's on the Lake winds down business before winter Wendt's on the Lake management announced Oct. 16 the restaurant will close after Nov. 21, marking an end to the 64-year-old family business. Fritz and Cynthia Wendt opened the business in 1962, laying the groundwork for what Wendt's is known for today: a gathering spot for fish fry enthusiasts, anglers coming right off Lake Winnebago and sturgeon spearing participants and spectators. Latest property transfers: Fond du Lac County property transfers include $921,800 sale | Exclusive Applebee's prepares comeback in original location Applebee's is coming back to the Johnson Street location it left in 2020, but IHOP isn't going anywhere. Instead, the two brands will occupy the space together as a dual-branded franchise. Franchisee Sam Soleimani, president and CEO of Siyavoush Soleimani Group, anticipates

Fond Du Lac, WI · 2d

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Steaming Trays of Crab Legs Keep Coming Out at This All-You-Can-Eat Wisconsin Seafood Buffet

Some of the best meals in Wisconsin hide inside buildings that look completely ordinary from the parking lot. This one used to be a Greek family restaurant, and nothing about the outside hints at the parade of crab legs waiting inside. Staff carry out fresh trays again and again, and...

Greenfield, WI · 7d
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How This Small Pizza Restaurant Built a LEGENDARY Local Following in Milwaukee, WI

Open, Sun - Thu 11PM- 10 PM | Closed Wed. Milwaukee has plenty of pizza stories, but Zaffiro’s begins with two East Side brothers, a neighborhood bar, and a very thin crust. Liborio “Bobby” Zaffiro opened the Farwell Avenue restaurant in 1954, starting with just a few tables and a service bar.

Milwaukee, WI · 1d
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People Drive Out Of Their Way For The Fresh Meat At This Wisconsin Butcher Shop

A butcher shop that calls itself the maker of a famous five-foot summer sausage deserves your full attention. Five feet. That is taller than plenty of sixth graders. The sausage is only the opening act. This old-fashioned shop also stocks thirteen kinds of bacon and twelve flavors of snack sticks.

Wisconsin · 2d
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Relive The Golden Age Of The 1950s At This Beloved Little Wisconsin Diner

Nobody warned you that a diner on North Farwell Avenue in Milwaukee, Wisconsin would make you feel this good about being alive, but here we are. Welcome to the Comet Cafe, and try not to fall in love too quickly. The first thing you notice when you approach the Comet...

Milwaukee, WI · 7d

Easy Everyday Recipes

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Milwaukee’s Friday Fish Fry Has a Secret Ingredient, and It’s Not in the Batter

Milwaukee has a standing Friday dinner date, and it comes with coleslaw. Across the city...

Milwaukee, WI · 2d

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Wake Up And Drive To This Wisconsin Diner Where Breakfast Is Basically A Local Legend

Some mornings, a bowl of cereal just isn’t going to cut it, and that’s exactly when Miss Katie’s Diner in Milwaukee, Wisconsin steps in to save the day. This place isn’t just a spot to grab eggs and toast. It’s the kind of diner that makes...

Milwaukee, WI · 6d

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This Iconic Wisconsin Pizza Restaurant Just Might Be The Quirkiest Tourist Trap You’ll Ever Visit

Somewhere in Greenfield, Wisconsin, there’s a pizza restaurant that decided a regular dining room was simply not enough, and honestly, it was right. Organ Piper Pizza is the kind of place that makes you question everything you thought you knew about dinner. You walk in expecting pizza, and you...

Wisconsin · 13d

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The history of Horicon Marsh’s ‘Goose Wars’

The honks of migrating geese flying overhead is a hallmark of the fall season for naturalist Bill Volkert, who worked at Horicon Marsh for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for 27 years. The birds also remind Volkert of a time when state and federal officials attempted to chase geese...

Dodge County, WI · 19h

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8 Beautiful Wisconsin Beer Gardens That Will Have You Saying Prost Like A True Local

Want to find the most beautiful beer gardens in Wisconsin where you can say Prost like a true local?. These 8 beer gardens offer stunning outdoor settings and cold drinks that make every sip worth celebrating!. 1. South Shore Terrace Kitchen & Beer Garden (Milwaukee) Some places just have a...

Wisconsin · 1d

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This Wisconsin Bakery Has Sugar-Free Treats That Don’t Skimp On Flavor

Keto Boston Cream Cake. Keto Key Lime Bars. Keto Chocolate Chip Cookie Swirl Cheesecake. That lineup sounds like a cheat day, yet every item skips the sugar. The cheesecake bars alone get my attention. Creamy vanilla cheesecake sits on an almond flour crust with whipped cream on top. They’re low-carb, sugar-free, and gluten-free, which feels almost unfair.

Watertown, WI · 18h

Cultivated Comfort

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Wisconsin Inn Burns Down In 1917, But Firefighters Save Its Bar From 1889, And More Than A Century Later It Still Stands In The Dining Room

In 1917, a fire tore through a roadside inn west of Milwaukee and burned off its...

Wisconsin · 1d

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Pick 'n Save, Metro Market and 1000+ volunteers pack 1 million meals ahead of the holidays

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- November is here and that means holiday meals and a lot of grocery shopping. With food prices at an all-time high, local grocery stores and organizations are stepping up to help. Metro Market and Pick 'n Save teamed up with Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin on Thursday,...

Milwaukee, WI · 1d

TMJ4 News

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Many visitors upset to learn Retzer Nature Center could charge a fee

For decades, visitors have been able to hike the trails and explore Retzer Nature Center without paying a parking fee. That could soon change under a proposal from Waukesha County.

Waukesha County, WI · 8h

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BLOOM is November 6-8 at Museum of Wisconsin Art in West Bend, Wi

West Bend, Wi – Art and flowers come together for BLOOM, the Museum of Wisconsin Art’s annual floral extravaganza. Wander through the galleries November 6 – 8 and discover imaginative floral installations created by some of Wisconsin’s top florists. Inspired by Edward Steichen’s In Exaltation of...

West Bend, WI · 2d

tmj4.com

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Holiday Gifting Made Easy with Handcrafted Wisconsin Made Gift Boxes

Finding the perfect holiday gift doesn't have to be stressful. Kelly Brown, owner of Locally Inspired, shares how her Port Washington shop helps shoppers and businesses create meaningful gifts featuring products from more than 130 Wisconsin makers, including over 60 women-owned brands. Each gift box is thoughtfully assembled by hand and customized based on the recipient's interests and budget, making holiday gifting simple and personal.

Port Washington, WI · 14h

ComingSoon

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Longtime NBC Affiliate News Anchor Announces Exit After 22 Years

A longtime news anchor at Milwaukee’s TMJ4 is preparing to leave the station after more than two decades on air. Charles Benson, who has covered major political developments and local stories throughout his career, announced his departure after 22 years with the NBC affiliate. His final broadcast date has not yet been confirmed.

Milwaukee, WI · 3d

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6th Street Cafe offers real world experience and high end food option

Did you know that MATC’s Downtown Campus has a world class cafe? Tucked away on the first floor of the M Building stands a place to gather with friends and colleagues while trying restaurant quality cuisine. “The 6th Street Cafe serves as the capstone class for students completing their...

Milwaukee, WI · 4d

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10 Wisconsin Pizza Places Where Budget Conscious Diners Can Still Eat Well

One pizzeria on this list sells a two-slice lunch special for less than a movie ticket. Another sells pies up to 28 inches across. I had to read that number twice. Cheap pizza usually means sad pizza. Not here. These shops serve huge New York slices, cracker-thin crusts, and family...

Wisconsin · 2d