Focus Fox Valley Conversations: Appleton Mayor Jake Woodford
On Tuesday Appleton Mayor Jake Woodford kicked off another season of conversations on Focus Fox Valley. Every month Mayor Woodford will join host Hayley Tenpas to discuss topics that are important to the community. Some of the topics discussed in January included the city's ARPA Fund spending in 2024 and the announceme...
Jan 31, 2024
Author Lori Fredrich talks "Field to Fork" [RECIPES]
I hope you're hungry! What a fun hour spent with author Lori Fredrich. We spoke about her writing journey and work highlight the relationships that go into our "field to fork" ecosystem. These recipes are generously shared by Lori from her Wisconsin Field to Fork: Farm Fresh Recipes from the Dairy State"...
Jan 29, 2024
Pets of the Month: Donut, Shadow and "Little Linda"
NEENAH, Wis. -- We're surrounded by cuteness from the Neenah Animal Shelter this month! Up for adoption are Donut, Shadow and "Little Linda," a trio of 12-week-old kittens. We spoke with Kay Pavlik about the siblings, who shares they are altered with all the appropriate vaccines, microchips and deworming. The...
Jan 19, 2024
How to track Santa Claus on Christmas Eve
NORTH POLE, USA -- Santa Claus is coming to town and here's how to follow along with his gift deliveries! On December 24th it's easy to follow Santa's flight around the world. For 65 years the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) has tracked Santa on Christmas Eve. CLICK HERE to track Santa on Christmas Eve...
Dec 22, 2023
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Community Cookie Recipe Exchange 2023
Sharing cookie recipes this time of year can be a beloved tradition. If you can convince people to make the cookies to exchange, even better! I love sharing cookie recipes on Focus Fox Valley, but wanted to put a different twist to it this holiday season. I invited four different community organizations (Pillars, St. J...
Dec 14, 2023
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Holidays with Hayley featuring Niemuth's Southside Market
APPLETON, Wis. -- "Fresh Fish" might not be the most ideal stocking stuffer, but it certainly will make for an impressive centerpiece this holiday season! Click HERE to learn more about Niemuth's Southside Market When you're on the hunt for the main course at your holiday celebration or seeking a gift for som...
Dec 13, 2023
Holidays with Hayley featuring Lamers Dairy
APPLETON, Wis. -- What makes a great Christmas gift? Fresh milk, cheese or treats from Lamers Dairy, of course! During Holidays with Hayley we're highlighting local businesses in the community. Hayley Tenpas paid a visit to Lamers Dairy this week to learn more about the products they have in store. Click HERE to learn ...
Dec 06, 2023
Holidays with Hayley featuring The Bulk Priced Food Shoppe
GREENVILLE, Wis. -- With the season of baking, gifting and treats upon us, the Bulk Priced Food Shoppe in Greenville is a perfect spot to shop! Hayley Tenpas stopped by the Bulk Priced Food Shoppe [located at W6482 Greenville Dr in Greenville] for her "Holidays with Hayley" series! Click HERE to learn more ab...
Nov 30, 2023
"Thanksgiving Extravaganza" with Chef Jeff and The Good Neighbor
For our third annual "Thanksgiving Extravaganza," Chef Jeff and Good Neighbor Kathy Keene joined Hayley Tenpas during Focus Fox Valley. During the hour, Chef Jeff gave advice on turkey and leftovers. Kathy also shared a recipe for Apple Cranberry Sweet Potato Bake. All with a healthy amount of laughter and te...
Nov 22, 2023
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A conversation with Becky Diamond, author of The Gilded Age Cookbook
Becky Diamond, author of "The Gilded Age Cookbook: Recipes and Stories from America's Golden Era" joined Hayley Tenpas during the November 6th show. We learned how Becky used her knowledge as a food writer, librarian and historian, to author the cookbook about the 19th century! Becky shared two recipes from ...
Nov 06, 2023
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