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Why is the De Pere School Board considering another referendum? Here's what to know
After the approval of a $23.75 million operational referendum in April, the De Pere School District is moving to put another referendum on the November ballot. This time, the $22 million capital referendum will go toward "critical maintenance" of school facilities. On Monday, the School Board voted 5-2 to direct district administration to begin crafting the referendum resolution language with the district's bond attorney. ...
EAA volunteer celebrates 30 years of gatekeeping
OSHKOSH, Wis. (WBAY) - EAA means a lot to many people, including volunteers. They should rename Gate 28 on the AirVenture grounds “Roxy’s Gate,” because you don’t get in or out without speaking with Roxy Barkhahn. She’s celebrating 30 years as one of the 5,500 volunteers...
Score big with Green Bay Blizzard playoff tickets
(WFRV)- When is a blizzard in July a good thing? When it is a playoff game for Green Bay’s Indoor Football Team. In this segment, Ryan Hopson from the Green Bay Blizzard discusses taking each matchup one game at a time, and the deals fans can cash in on.
The Haven of Manitowoc County Hires New Executive Director
The Haven of Manitowoc, The Primary Shelter for local unhoused men, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Alex Hunt as their new Executive Director. With over five years of experience in the non-profit sector, Alex brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to the team. In this role, Alex...
A.C.E. Building Service Breaks Ground on Sheboygan Manufacturer Expansion
A prominent Manitowoc company has broken ground on a major expansion for a Sheboygan manufacturer. A.C.E. Building Service is working on the project for HTT Inc.’s facility in Sheboygan. This expansion will increase the facility’s size by 31,920 square feet, which is made possible by the vacating of a...
Surfer Who Drowned Near Sheboygan Identified
The man whose body was found on the shores of Lake Michigan in Sheboygan has been identified. 54-year-old Clifford Cieslewicz of Wrightstown was found unresponsive and still attached to his surfboard by a passerby last week. The individual called 911 while trying to pull Cieslewicz from the water, and started...
Wrightstown Police Release Video Related to May Arson Incident
The Wrightstown Police Department has released a video concerning a fire that took place earlier this year. The fire happened at a residence in the 300 block of Main Street in Wrightstown on May 18th. After the fire was put out, the Wrightstown Fire Chief requested the Brown County Arson...
Nurse charged in Waupun prison death pleads not guilty after failing to get case dismissed
JUNEAU – A former registered nurse at Waupun Correctional Institution pleaded not guilty Thursday to a charge of abuse of residents of a penal facilities following the death of Donald Maier, a 62-year-old prisoner. Jessica Ann Hosfelt, 47, is one of seven prison staff — including the former warden — facing criminal charges...
Green Bay Packers: Jordan Love Gets Thrashed On National Television For His Decision
The Green Bay Packers have to be feeling the pressure to get Jordan Love signed sooner rather than later. Love is currently in Green Bay, but refusing to practice until a new deal is done. NFL analyst expect Love to be one of the highest paid quarterbacks in NFL history...
Senior living community coming to Kaukauna in 2026
KAUKAUNA – The Reserve on Arbor Way today officially announced plans to build a new senior living community in Kaukauna to meet growing needs in the Fox Valley. The Reserve on Arbor Way will be located at 1400 Arbor Way in Commerce Crossing, adjacent to the Aurora Medical Center off Highway 41 and is expecting their grand opening for resident move-ins mid 2026, according to a news release.
Kaukauna aquatic center grand opening and ribbon cutting Friday
KAUKAUNA — After opening earlier this month to large crowds, Kaukauna’s new aquatic center and pool will hold an official grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony Friday. The Splash Spectacular event will run from 1 p.m.-7 p.m. Friday, July 26, 2024 at the facility at 608 Dodge St. in Kaukauna.
Police Look to Identify Driver, Vehicle that Knocked Child off Bike in Little Chute
LITTLE CHUTE, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — The Fox Valley Metro Police Department (FVMPD) is requesting the public’s help identifying a vehicle and driver involved in an incident with a child on a bicycle. Police say the crash happened Tuesday at the intersection of Grand Avenue and Mill Street in...
Facelift Planned For Busy College Avenue
OUTAGAMIE COUNTY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) – A portion of W. College Ave. in Appleton and Grand Chute could see improvements in coming years. Leaders say the final vision of the project is an open book. In partnership with Outagamie County, they’re working to make changes to roughly 2.5 miles of the roadway.
Bicyclist critically injured in Appleton hit-and-run crash, suspect in custody
APPLETON (WLUK) -- A suspect is in custody after a hit-and-run crash in Appleton left one man critically injured. At approximately 11 p.m. Wednesday, the Appleton Police Department was dispatched to the 400 block of North Meade Street for a crash involving a bicycle. When officers arrived, they found an...
Second gentleman Doug Emhoff to campaign in central Wisconsin
Second gentleman Doug Emhoff will appear in central Wisconsin this weekend to campaign for his wife, Vice President Kamala Harris. The Harris for President campaign announced that Emhoff will speak on Saturday at the Hmong Wausau Festival. He’ll also lead a voter canvassing event in Stevens Point. The Hmong...
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