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Louisville baseball lands Division III All-American outfielder Parker Knoll
The University of Louisville baseball team has landed another prospect out of the transfer portal. Lawrence University outfielder Parker Knoll, a first-team Division III All-American this past spring, has committed to the Cardinals. The 6-foot, 200-pound Knoll spent three seasons at Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisc. He played in 119...
A Conversation with Appleton Police Chief Polly Olson
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Spinning the State: Milwaukee, Oshkosh, Baraboo, Appleton
Stories you might have missed from around Wisconsin. Milwaukee: Vel Phillips plaza opens. The wait is finally over! The plaza built to honor African-American trails blazer Vel Phillips had it’s grand opening Friday. Mayor Cavalier Johnson and other city officials joined Phillip’s son Michael for the ribbon cutting ceremony. The plaza is located at 401 W. Wisconsin Ave.Michale Phillips who joined us last month to talk about the project again praised a public art installation that will be part of the plaza’s future. After graduating from Howard University, Vel Phillips attended University of Wisconsin Law school, becoming the first African American woman to graduate there. She and her husband opened a law firm. She became the first African-American woman on the Milwaukee Common Council and the first woman to be elected Secretary of State. A well deserved tribute to an exceptional woman. Full Story.
Composer Evan Williams leans into Lawrence influences as his music career unfolds
This story appeared first in the spring/summer 2024 edition of Lawrence magazine. See the digital edition of the magazine here. Rising composer Evan Williams ’10 doesn’t have to look far to find the foundation on which his blossoming music career is built. “Most, if not all, of the...
Historic Appleton wool mill runs for the last time before equipment moves to museum
APPLETON — For well over a century, the Courtney Woolen Mill has been in business along the Fox River, creating wool and polyester batting for quilts and blankets. Now, 144 years and four generations of Courtney family later, the mill closed Monday. Owner Tom Courtney decided it was time, and officially announced his retirement.
Neenah natives Joe and Nick Zimmerman will take part in reunion race as part of Community First Fox Cities Marathon
NEENAH – It’s probably not everyone’s idea of a good-time family reunion activity, but for Joe and Nick Zimmerman it makes perfect sense. The brothers and former Neenah residents will return to their hometown in September to run the Community First Fox Cities Marathon Presented by Miron Construction on Sept. 22. The event has been designated as one of four reunion races this year for the 50 States Marathon Club.
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Fourth of July Fireworks & Events + Grilling Tips
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'As much as possible, as rapidly as possible.' Appleton seeks to attract more housing
APPLETON — The city and its partners have developed a policy guide to encourage and streamline housing development in the community, and affordable housing in particular. The 99-page policy guide contains 18 recommendations to help increase the supply of housing. ...
July 4th water safety; tips for a safe holiday
MILWAUKEE - This holiday week, more people will be out enjoying the lakes, beaches and rivers – and Wisconsin has seen a spike in drownings. These are horrific incidents that have many people shaken up about water safety. This is why it's crucial to take precautions when you're planning these activities.
League of Women Voters holding info seminar on new legislative maps July 11
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - When Wisconsin voters go to the polls next month for primaries in legislative races they will be voting under new maps. The maps create new boundaries for State Senate and Assembly Districts and some candidates will be running in new districts. To help voters navigate...
Wisconsin democrats raise concerns about a pair of ballot questions in upcoming election.
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WEAU) - State Representative Jill Billings hosted a press conference in La Crosse Tuesday to discuss her push for voters to vote no on two constitutional amendment ballot questions that will be on the August 13 ballot. The first question would prevent the legislature from being able...
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