Category Archives: Local News
FEMA checking on storm damage in Appleton area
FEMA is in the Appleton area today, looking at damage from last month's storm, and meeting with government leaders. The state Emergency Management department is helping by collecting pictures and othe...
Aug 13, 2019
County could take Appleton truancy cases
The Appleton school district's new truancy system could lead to the county's youth and family services agency getting involved. Scott Kornish is the division manager for Outagamie County, and he says ...
Aug 13, 2019
Oshkosh Area United Way sets $1.6 mil goal
After a record-breaking fundraising campaign last year, the Oshkosh Area United Way has a new goal of $1.6 million. The agency launched its fundraising campaign today, with a pep rally at Oshkosh Nort...
Aug 13, 2019
B&G Club plans outdoor expansion
The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Fox Valley wants to expand onto a small part of Locust Street, and land across the street. The plans include a playground, basketball court, and teen fitness area. The ...
Aug 13, 2019
State joins suit over emission changes
The state is joining a lawsuit against a move by President Trump's administration to replace new limits on pollution. The EPA is putting much lower emission standards in place for power plants that us...
Aug 13, 2019
Evers wants businesses to embrace diversity
Governor Evers is urging the state's business leaders to embrace diversity, and make all people feel welcome, to help deal with worker shortages and an aging population. Evers spoke at an event hosted...
Aug 13, 2019 (Image: Office of the Governor)
Kids found in hot car in Milwaukee area
A suburban Milwaukee mother is facing child neglect charges, after her two young children were found alone in a hot car outside a store. Police say a woman saw the kids in the car in the parking lot o...
Aug 13, 2019
Council to take up Miles Kimball building plans
Work should begin soon on rehabbing the former Miles Kimball building in downtown Oshkosh. Oracular is moving its headquarters into the 100-year-old building along S. Main Street. Assistant City Manag...
Aug 13, 2019 (Image provided by the city of Oshkosh)
Designer has plans for Lakeshore Park in Oshkosh
Designers have big plans for the new Lakeshore Park in Oshkosh. SmithGroup architects present the advisory parks board with three concepts. They include incorporating new trails, a cultural center and...
Aug 13, 2019 (Image provided by the City of Oshkosh)
Brown Co. may take over bridges in G.B.
A Brown County Board committee is giving the go-ahead for a plan that would let the county take over bridge tender positions in Green Bay. The city currently operates the three bridges in downtown. Th...
Aug 13, 2019
