Category Archives: Local News
G.B. center uses music, art, pet therapy to treat kids
A local treatment center is helping kids struggling with addiction by using art, music, and other non-traditional therapies. The state recently approved a long-term residential program at Libertas Gre...
Aug 13, 2019
Some Republicans want to increase mental health funding
A number of Republican lawmakers want to increase funding and access for mental health treatment. One of their bills would provide more money for nonprofits like the Boys and Girls Club. State Directo...
Aug 13, 2019
FEMA could help local government, not people, businesses
FEMA workers spent yesterday in the Appleton area and they're stressing that local governments could be in line for federal funding. People and businesses aren't eligible for money. Spokesman Troy Chr...
Aug 13, 2019
Local farmers thank Evers for efforts to stop trade war
Some local farmers are thanking Governor Evers for sending President Trump a letter asking him to end the trade war with China. The governor says farmers are facing trade uncertainty, low prices, and ...
Aug 13, 2019
Deputies search for hit & run car
Outagamie County Sheriff's deputies are looking for a car that was involved in a hit-and-run crash, north of Appleton, late last night. They say the driver rear-ended a motorcycle at the corner of Hig...
Aug 13, 2019
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
