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De Pere High School took a major hit from catastrophic flooding on July 8th, with most of the building underwater and only the gym, auditorium, weight room, and main office still accessible. Restoration crews were on-site immediately to prevent further damage, but officials say it’ll take at least a week to assess the full cost. Summer school is over, though some strength training classes continue...

A 39-year-old man in Marinette, Wisconsin, was arrested Wednesday with a laundry list of alleged crimes—battery, intimidation, running a drug operation, trafficking cocaine, driving with a revoked license, and ignoring a court order for an ignition interlock. One stop unraveled a complex web of illegal activity, and he’s now behind bars while authorities dig deeper. Listen in comfort: Get a discou...

Paperfest returns to Kimberly, Wisconsin, for its 38th annual celebration of America’s 250th birthday with four days of free, family-friendly fun at Sunset Park. Featuring 38 bands across three stages—including headliners Blue Öyster Cult, Lauren Alaina, and Smash Mouth—the festival also offers carnival rides, a petting zoo, food trucks, a hot air balloon glow, craft beer, a car show, and a craft...

A 39-year-old man pulled over in Marinette faced a whirlwind of legal trouble—charged with manufacturing or delivering over 40 grams of cocaine, maintaining a drug trafficking residence, driving with a revoked license, and failing to install an ignition interlock device. Compounding the mess, he had two active warrants for battery, disorderly conduct, and stalking. Now jailed pending formal charge...

The Pink Flamingo Classic returns for its 43rd year in De Pere, blending family fun with big-hearted giving—raising over $1.5 million for local nonprofits and families in need. Kick off Friday with softball and carnival games, then dive into Saturday’s action: a 5K run at 8:05 AM, a lively parade, and more softball starting at 10 AM. Families can enjoy the whole day for just $20, with affordable e...

A woman in her 60s crashed head-on into a semi-truck on I-41 in Oshkosh after driving the wrong way at 11:33 PM, shutting down all three southbound lanes for hours. She suffered minor injuries and was hospitalized, but her dog died in the crash. The truck driver escaped unharmed. Crews worked through the night to clear the scene, and lanes reopened by 4:30 AM Thursday. Authorities are still invest...

A woman driving the wrong way on I-41 slammed head-on into a semi-truck, leaving her with minor injuries and her dog dead—while the truck driver walked away unscathed. The crash shut down southbound lanes overnight, reopening by 4:30 AM. Police are still investigating why she was driving backward, with no charges confirmed yet. A sobering reminder: one wrong move can ripple through countless lives...

A bold Democratic socialist dishwasher-turned-governor candidate is shaking up Wisconsin’s political landscape, challenging the party’s leftward shift with a radical platform that includes taxing the wealthy, creating a state bank, and abolishing police. As the August 11 primary looms, her campaign’s success could signal how far the Democratic Party is willing to go — and whether voters in a swing...

Appleton Airport firefighters are hitting the streets this July for their annual Fill the Boot campaign, raising funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association — a cause they’re deeply connected to, since they’re twice as likely to develop ALS due to their work. From July 13–20, they’ll be collecting donations at three local intersections during lunch and evening hours, with every dollar going strai...

Wisconsin businesses and residents hit by April’s deadly storms now have a lifeline: the SBA is offering low-interest disaster loans. Nineteen counties plus the Oneida Nation qualify for physical damage loans up to $500K for homes and $100K for personal property, and up to $2M for businesses to repair or replace assets—with an extra 20% for storm-resilient upgrades. Economic Injury Disaster Loans...

This Saturday, July 11th, the Downtown Fond du Lac Partnership kicks off its 10th annual FDL Fresh 5 program — where local farmers and vendors donate leftover fresh food to the Fondy Food Pantry. From produce to protein to baked goods, every bit helps fight food insecurity and waste. Over 11,000 people, including 3,000 kids, rely on this initiative for affordable, nutritious food. Donations run ev...

A toxicologist ER doc dives into a deadly 2023 mushroom poisoning outbreak after a Bozeman sushi roll sparked 50+ illnesses and two deaths—revealing how one raw morel can shatter lives. Through interviews with public health experts, poison specialists, and grieving families, he exposes the terrifying gap in foraging safety education. With recent deaths from deadly cap mushrooms in California and b...

Pulaski’s school board just got a fiery new member—Ray Fuiten, the Green Bay Metro Fire Chief, who won a three-to-two vote to fill a vacant Zone Two seat. With his kids and now grandkids in the district, Fuiten brings firsthand experience and deep community ties, aiming to elevate Pulaski to top-tier status. He’s focused on the upcoming November referendum, stressing the need for clear communicati...

FEMA is now accepting disaster aid applications for Wisconsin residents affected by April’s storms and floods — covering damage between April 13–23 in counties like Milwaukee, Racine, Waukesha, and the Oneida Nation. If you lost property, were displaced, or need repairs not covered by insurance, apply at DisasterAssistance.gov (with a Spanish option). Don’t forget: file your insurance claim first...

Get ready for the wildest log-rolling showdown yet—this year’s Three Rivers Roleo is bigger, bolder, and officially part of Flannel Fest in Howard! Two people spin on a floating log, trying to knock each other off, following US Loge Rolling Association rules. It’s not just competition anymore—it’s a full festival with vendors, live music, food trucks, chainsaw carving, and an art market. Amateur l...

In 1936, workers in Two Rivers, Wisconsin, unearthed a pile of snow during a summer heatwave—sparking a wild party that birthed SnowFest, a July tradition featuring a Snow Queen, snow-themed fun, and community spirit. After fading by 1989, the festival was revived in 2018 and now returns annually with live music, food trucks, kid activities, and a big parade on July 25th. This year’s SnowFest runs...

Scott Farmer, sentenced to 37.5 years for a deadly wrong-way crash, is fighting to withdraw his no contest plea, arguing his blood evidence—critical to the conviction—was obtained illegally. His new lawyers claim the search warrant was fatally flawed: a judge ordered it over the phone, but never signed it, and no timestamp was recorded, making the blood draw essentially warrantless. They blame his...

De Pere High School is underwater after heavy storms—flooding has caused major damage across the campus. The main office, gym, auditorium, and weight room remain open via designated entrances, while everything else is closed until cleanup begins. The interim superintendent urged families to avoid the school unless absolutely necessary, asking for patience as officials assess the full extent of the...

Lucky Stables is sending its riders to compete in Springfield, Illinois — a dream made possible by a major fundraising win that covered all trip costs. Owner Katie Brucks, who dreamed up a Special Olympics riding program, saw this trip as the next big step to give her athletes a national stage. With community support and relentless effort, the team is now poised to shine, proving that hard work, v...

Six brave girls under thirteen in Wisconsin are turning pain into purpose, using their battles with juvenile arthritis to break stereotypes and build community. Despite daily struggles that limit sports and cause self-doubt, they’re proving resilience, friendship, and activism are possible—even at such a young age. Through the Arthritis Foundation, they’ve found peers who truly understand their fi...

Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood—and it’s not just emergencies; hospitals rely on it for surgeries and trauma. The Community Blood Center’s Summer Tour for All Types is racing to collect 1,200 donations before heading to Rhinelander, with a final stop at Fox Cities Stadium on August 22. Each donation can save up to three lives, and with summer donations dipping, now’s the time to...

A storage facility in Hobart erupted in flames Wednesday evening, forcing multiple fire departments to scramble without nearby hydrants—rescue crews had to bring in water by tender. Thankfully, no one was injured as firefighters brought the blaze under control. The extent of damage and cause of the fire remain under investigation, but the incident underscores the timeless importance of water acces...

Heavy rain slammed Green Bay and De Pere Wednesday, triggering flash floods that shut down key intersections and snarled traffic—especially at Park and Allard streets near VFW Park and along Military and Shawano avenues. Roads were submerged, commutes ground to a halt, but as the downpour eased and waters receded, traffic began flowing again. A stark reminder: even a short storm can turn your even...

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A brand new $110,000 rooftop playground at the YWCA Greater Green Bay is set to open, honoring Marguerite Kress’s legacy while offering inclusive, accessible play for kids of all abilities. This major upgrade supports early childhood education and is part of a broader effort to modernize the facility, creating a safer, more engaging space for community’s youngest members. Listen in comfort: Get a...