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Mayor Nickels Gives an Update on The Mid Cities Mall Property
The transformation of the former Mid-Cities Mall property in Manitowoc is coming along. Mayor Justin Nickels tells Seehafer News that crews have been tearing up the parking lot the last several weeks. “That was because they were doing asbestos investigative work on the site,” he explained. ” The crews are...
Manitowoc manufacturing plant to pay $85K for violating Wisconsin air pollution laws
MANITOWOC, Wis. (WFRV) – The state of Wisconsin and a manufacturing plant in Manitowoc have reached a settlement after the company violated air pollution laws. Kerry Inc. must pay $85,000 to resolve violations of Wisconsin’s air laws related to operating a liquid smoke manufacturing facility in Manitowoc. The Manitowoc County Circuit Court approved the settlement on July 11.
Manitowoc Plan Commission Approves CUP for The Neighborhood
The future of a new low-income apartment complex is in the hands of the Manitowoc Common Council. The Manitowoc Plan Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) Wednesday evening (July 24th) for The Neighborhood so it can move forward to the full common council. City Planner Paul Braun explained that...
Officials break ground on new hotel in Manitowoc
MANITOWOC, Wis. (WBAY) - Manitowoc’s mayor shared new photos Wednesday of a groundbreaking ceremony for a new hotel. Mayor Justin Nickels said on X that it’s the newest hotel in the City of Manitowoc in over 20 years. The Hampton by Hilton will open in 2025. Officials are...
Things to do in Manitowoc this weekend include Malt City Brewfest, Ascend Car Show and lots of live music
MANITOWOC – Here’s your look at can’t-miss events happening in the Manitowoc area this week. For more and for live music schedules, go to https://www.visitmanitowoc.com/events/. Grab a brew at Malt City Brewfest ...
Construction begins on a significant development project in Manitowoc
MANITOWOC, Wis. (WFRV) – Tuesday marked the beginning of a significant development project in Manitowoc that is expected to bring two new hotels and a restaurant to the Clipper City. Odyssey Hotels broke ground at 2555 South 44th Street to begin construction on the first hotel built in over...
GRIDLIFE brings a new motorsports and music festival to Wisconsin
GRIDLIFE Summer Apex is a one-of-a-kind event combining music and motorsports for three days of high-speed entertainment. The festival is hosted by GRIDLIFE, a Chicago-based motorsports sanctioning body that hosts music and motorsports events across the country. Founded in 2013 by Chris Stewart, the goal is to bring together music...
Manitowoc Start Discussions on Future Road Projects
Future road projects are already being discussed by the Manitowoc Common Council. During last week’s Committee of the Whole meeting, Engineering Division Manager Greg Minikel and Public Infrastructure Director Dan Koski explained what goes into deciding what street project to do next, which includes the last time work was done on the road and other costs like curb, gutter, and sewer line work.
City of Manitowoc Accepting Applications for Next Youth Action Council
The City of Manitowoc is looking for the next group of students to take part in the Mayor’s Youth Action Council. The Council is a collective of youth in the city who work to improve unity and engagement through government and civic participation. There are eleven students on the...
Spend the night aboard a World War II submarine at this Wisconsin museum in August
MANITOWOC – The lakeshore isn’t short on unique things to do (like Snowfest July 26-28 in Two Rivers or Sputnikfest Sept. 7 in Manitowoc). In August, Wisconsin Maritime Museum, 75 Maritime Drive in downtown Manitowoc, will offer its own unique activity — a chance to spend the night aboard its World War II...
New Business May be Coming to the Woodland Industrial Park
There is only one meeting today (July 23rd) in the City of Two Rivers. Business and Industrial Development Committee and Community Development Authority will hold a joint meeting in the Council Chambers at 5:15 p.m. They will get the latest on the Braun Building Center’s truss plant and the proposed...
Fox Valley Rockers to Play Washington Park
The weekly Tuesday Tunes Summer Concert Series is back once again this week. Today (July 23), from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., the band Until Dawn will be performing for listeners at Washington Park in Manitowoc. Until Dawn is a popular Fox Valley Band that performs as a duo and...
Parking changes affect Jefferson Street in Two Rivers; Brewfest moves Manitowoc Farmers' Market
MANITOWOC – Parking on Jefferson Street in Two Rivers is being restricted. The City Council approved an ordinance that created a no-parking zone on the east side of Jefferson Street between 22nd and 23rd streets. ...
Wisconsin Shipwreck Coast Council Meets in Manitowoc
The Wisconsin Shipwreck Coast National Marine Sanctuary Advisory Council is meeting in Manitowoc this week. The meeting takes place on Thursday (July 26th) from 6 pm to 7:30. Public comment takes place at 7:20. The council was established by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to bring members of...
Bayshore Trail Construction to Start Next Month
The project that would connect the Mariners Trail to Manitowoc’s Lincoln Park will start up soon. Manitowoc City Parks Planner Brock Wetenkamp explains to Seehafer News that installation of the Bayshore Trail will begin next month. “And then throughout the winter and early spring we’re going to try and...
Community to Weigh in on Manitowoc School District’s Elementary Consolidation Plans
MANITOWOC, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) – The public will have a chance to weigh in on the Manitowoc school district’s plans to consolidate elementary schools at a meeting Thursday night. The district says $161 million in maintenance needs over the next ten years were recently identified in an audit. It...
Manitowoc Public Utilities GM Troy Adams Details Power Plant Boiler Refueling Project
I am currently the news director for the American Public Power Association, a major trade association located in the Washington, DC, area that represents more than 2,000 community-owned electric... In the latest episode of the American Public Power Association's Public Power Now podcast, Troy Adams, General Manager for Wisconsin public...
MPU to Discuss Manitowoc Refuel Renewable Project
There are two meetings on the calendar for today (July 22nd) in the City of Manitowoc. Up first is the MPU Commission, which will meet in their 8th Street offices at 4:00 p.m. After recognizing the promotion of their new COO, the group will enter a closed session to discuss the Manitowoc Refuel Renewable Project.
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