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State 57 is closing for two months in two places in Door County to replace culverts
TOWN OF SEVASTOPOL - Two locations on State 57 between Sturgeon Bay and Valmy will close for about two months starting Tuesday, Sept. 3, as work begins to replace two drainage culverts under the highway. The work is taking place on the box culverts where where 57 crosses Lily Bay Creek, a little less than 2 miles east of the highway's intersection with State 42 on the north side of Sturgeon Bay (and just east of The...
Door County Pickleball Club Awards Player at Summer Social
The Door County Pickleball Club (DCPC) held its annual summer social last Saturday at Sunset Park in Sturgeon Bay. Nearly 70 pickleball players attended, and despite a brief downpour, the courts dried off quickly and were completely filled by 3 pm, DCPC president Jay Renstrom said. The club awarded the...
New TID Proposed on City’s West Side
Two housing projects entering into development agreements with the City of Sturgeon Bay are now counting on a new tax increment district (TID) being created on the west side in the area where a new Fleet Farm store is also proposed. The Common Council last week approved agreements with entities...
Commission to Allow STRs in ‘Boat House Motor Condos’
Acting upon legal advice from the city attorney, Sturgeon Bay’s Plan Commission reversed course last week on a previous vote it made June 26 when it decided not to allow short-term rentals (STRs) as part of a conditional-use permit (CUP) to allow multi-family dwellings. The permit was granted to...
SDFD Budget Proposed at $403,178.24 for 2025
The Southern Door Fire Department (SDFD) proposed a preliminary budget of $403,178.24 for fiscal year 2025. That would approximately double the budget for 2024 if approved. To come up with the additional funds, the fire board proposed transferring $235,209.35 from reserves, which board president Loren Uecker noted now includes more than $400,000 in the SDFD’s various accounts.
How the Little Soldier Got Its Name
If you’re a beer fan who enjoys trying a brew that isn’t from Milwaukee or St. Louis, you may have seen the name “Little Soldier” on a tap handle or bottle label in northeastern Wisconsin. The tasty amber ale comes from Ahnapee Brewing, which started in...
Door County Coffee: Cup of Joe On The Go
For locals and visitors alike, the commute from Northern Door to Sturgeon Bay can feel like a monotonous drive. Door County Coffee, located at 5773 state Highway 42 in Sturgeon Bay, is there to revive you with a quick cup of joe or a breakfast sandwich via its drive-thru window. If you choose to stretch your legs and go inside, take a quick walk through the retail shop.
New Compost Sites in Jacksonport, Baileys Harbor
The Climate Change Coalition of Door County has expanded its Door Community Compost Initiative by two drop sites. The first new drop site is located at 7999 Ward St. in Baileys Harbor. The second is at the Jacksonport Farmers Market, which occurs every Tuesday from May through October, 9 am – 1 pm at Lakeside Park, 6282 state Highway 57. Through a partnership with Going Garbage, scraps are picked up from the farmers market and added to the Village of Egg Harbor compost site.
Emerson, Laarman Honored At Björklunden Gala
Members of Björklunden’s Boynton Society gathered Aug. 10 to celebrate another year of learning and grant two awards. Anne Emerson won the Winifred Boynton Creative Spirit Award, which recognizes a living individual or couple who, through imagination, spirit and tenacity, has created something of significant impact and enduring value to Door County.
Letters From Clara On Aug. 31, Not Aug. 24
The Door County Historical Society sent a press release listing the incorrect date for its upcoming Saturday at the Village program, Letters from Clara. The event will take place on Aug. 31, 1 pm, not Aug. 24 as previously stated. During the program, author Janet Newman will discuss her book...
Land Trust Expands Hibbard Creek Preserve
The Door County Land Trust recently protected a pair of properties in the Hibbard Creek watershed area located between Fish Creek and Jacksonport. Hibbard Creek and the surrounding watershed have been a Land Trust conservation focus since 1998 due to the area’s importance to water quality and its impact on the survival of wildlife. The new properties are near each other in Baileys Harbor.
Writing On The Door Conference Registration Open
Write On, Door County will host a Writing On The Door conference titled Your Writing Life Nov. 8-9. If you’ve wondered how you can make writing a regular part of your life – especially if you’re working full-time, raising kids or taking care of elderly parents – this conference is for you.
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