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Whooping cough cases have risen in Wisconsin, here's what to know
If you've been experiencing long coughing fits that leave you gasping for air recently, you might want to get tested for pertussis, better known as "whooping cough." The respiratory infection is on the rise across the country: as of June 24, the U.S. reported three times as many cases as it had reported...
Wisconsin has seen far more tornadoes than average this year. Is climate change to blame?
Tornado season in Wisconsin has looked a little different this year. With over five months remaining in 2024, the state has already reached almost double its average annual tornado count. Plus, this winter, Wisconsin saw its first two February tornadoes on record in Evansville and Green County. ...
Barlow Planetarium holds tour as trustees weigh its future
MENASHA, Wis. (WBAY) - Monday morning, Teri Gee, the Director of the Barlow Planetarium in Menasha held a tour of the facility as talks of its fate remains in the balance. The planetarium is part of the soon to be closed UW-Oshkosh Fox-Cities campus. The building currently sits on county-owned...
Registration open for Wisconsin Childcare Summit
Registration is now open for the Wisconsin Childcare Summit Sept. 11 at Resch Expo in Green Bay. The Greater Green Bay Chamber is hosting the Wisconsin Childcare Summit to convene visionary business leaders and decision-makers committed to learning more about and addressing the childcare crisis in our state. Through a business-centric approach to the childcare crisis, we strive to create a platform where leaders can learn about the economic impact and discuss workforce retention and attraction strategies.
Illinois Beware! Latest Phone Scam Could Drain Your Bank Account
You can't deny that technology has made our lives easier and in some ways more efficient, putting everything we need in the palm of our hands. But, that also means when someone is able to take control of these devices, it can wreak havoc on our lives. Scams You Need...
Appleton Art Museum to host Museum & Me program
The Appleton Art Museum and Museum is hosting the Museum & Me program for pre-K children ages 2-5 on Tuesday, August 6, 2024. This program is designed to introduce children to the museum and its unique exhibits. The event will feature story time, a visit to the galleries to view a work of art, and a visit to the Artspace to complete an art activity. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Beloit Sky Carp drop finale against Wisconsin Timber Rattlers
BELOIT — A strong start to Sunday’s series finale with the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers wasn’t enough to prevent one of the more frustrating finishes. Wisconsin didn’t collect its first hit until two outs in the fourth inning and trailed 2-0 before tying the game with runs in the eighth and ninth and then tacking on three in the 10th for a 5-3 victory at ABC Supply Stadium. The Timber Rattlers...
Green Bay Residents to See Water Rate Hike in August
GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — Water rates will rise next month for Green Bay customers. Green Bay Water released its new water service rates Monday that will go into effect on Aug. 1, 2024. Green Bay Water filed the rate case with the PSCW on January 3 to help...
Community Input Meetings Scheduled as City Plans for Green Bay’s Future Growth
GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — The City of Green Bay is working to update a document that will guide the city’s growth for decades to come, and they’re seeking input from community members. City Principal Planner David Buck says the 2050 Comprehensive Master Plan for Green Bay...
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