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Old Glory Honor Flight returns to EAA AirVenture after trip to D.C.
OSHKOSH, Wis. (WBAY) - On Friday night at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, a group of Vietnam veterans returned to the grounds from a day trip to Washington D.C. through the northeast Wisconsin Old Glory Honor Flight. Several thousand EAA attendees welcomed home the Old Glory Honor Flight, which took Vietnam...
After 30 years at WBAY-TV, Jeff Alexander is leaving the anchor desk but not his 'Small Towns' stories
GREEN BAY - After 30 years at WBAY-TV, Jeff Alexander is leaving his anchor duties at the station but not his popular weekly "Small Towns" profiles. Alexander announced on his Facebook page earlier this week that Friday will be his last day anchoring "Action 2 News at 4," a position he's held since...
Green Bay Blizzard advance to Eastern Conference Final with home playoff win
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – For the first time since 2012, the Blizzard hosted a playoff game, and just like that season, Green Bay won in the conference semis as GB beat Quad City 34-23 to advance to the Eastern Conference Finals on Friday night. The Blizzard looked good out of the gates, jumping in […]
Latest Manitowoc County real estate transfers show top selling price of $545,000
MANITOWOC – Here's our weekly list of real estate transfers in Manitowoc County, courtesy of the Manitowoc County Register of Deeds Office. To determine the purchase price of the real estate, divide the transfer fee by 0.003. For...
Glory falls to Rockford FC
The Green Bay Glory saw their winning streak come to end on Friday night as they lost to Rockford FC 3-2 in Loves Park, Ill. Ripon College's Trent Kazlauskas and Kevin Ramirez tallied the goals in the loss for the Glory. The Glory are back in action on Sunday at...
EAA AirVenture pumps $170 million into local economy
OSHKOSH, Wis. (WFRV) – Aviation enthusiasts aren’t the only ones excited about EAA AirVenture Oshkosh this week. It’s a huge week for local businesses as well. For Marty Schibbelhut, the owner of Oshvegas Palms Resort just across the highway from the EAA grounds, the roar of all those aircraft is music to his ears. “Every […]
Appleton ranked the fifth most desirable city in America, according to survey
APPLETON - Appleton continues to stand out on a national scale, now being recognized as one of the most desirable cities in America to live in, according to a recent survey. AgentAdvice, a resource that helps real estate agents grow their business, released a survey Thursday in which multiple metrics were used to determine what makes a city desirable to live in. Those metrics included: a city's average home size and price; violent and property crime...
Neenah football gears up for season with senior-laden group
NEENAH, Wis. (WFRV) – Neenah football has strung together a pair of 9-win seasons over the last two years, a win total that the Rockets hadn’t previously achieved since 2004. But, recent success has yet to lead Neenah to its first state championship appearance in program history. Entering this season, the Rockets return over 25 […]
Green Bay area non-profits celebrate Community Block grants
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - Several Green Bay area non-profits are celebrating into the weekend after being selected to receive federal grant money through the city. The money comes from what’s called the Community Block Grant Program. It’s vital federal funding the city receives every year and can choose how to disperse it into the community to help target key issues and services. This year, more than $300,000 will be split up between seven non-profits.
Award-winning biplane flown by WASP pilots during WWII showcased at EAA AirVenture
OSHKOSH, Wis. (WBAY) - There are more than 10,000 planes out on the EAA AirVenture grounds in Oshkosh. Some are new, some are old, and some have decorated pasts that highlight how women contributed during times of war. Mike Porter of Ohio is a pilot, aircraft mechanic, and authorized aircraft...
Who's new and who's returning to this year's Mile of Music festival
APPLETON - This year marks the 11th Mile of Music festival, a four day free-attendance music festival along College Avenue between Lawrence Memorial Chapel and Spats in Appleton. From Aug. 1 to 4, over 200 musical acts and 700 live music sets will perform across 40 venues and stages. The inclusive festival features music of all genres including rock, folk, country, rap and blues. ...
Fond du Lac police increasing presence at hotels during EAA AirVenture week
The EAA AirVenture brings hundreds of thousands of people to northeast Wisconsin, including to Fond du Lac. FDLPD said they're increasing police presence at hotels during AirVenture week.
'I was just outraged'; Green Bay settles lawsuit, agrees to pay $200,000
The lawsuit was brought on by the Wisconsin State Senate after listening devices were discovered in City Hall. Senator André Jacque says that he was appalled and worried about sensitive conversations.
Air Force officer, Miss America makes waves at EAA
OSHKOSH, Wis. — Miss America Madison Marsh, an active-duty Air Force 2nd lieutenant, talked about how she balances her military career and pageant life Wednesday at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. "I'm in two very conflicting stereotypical roles when you think about women in the military and you think about women...
Packers Defensive Star Earns Massive Recognition for 2024
The most important position in the NFL is quarterback. The Green Bay Packers look to have hit on the position for a third straight time with Jordan Love following in the footsteps of Brett Favre and Aaron Rodgers before him. Love was excellent in 2023 and the team is hoping...
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