Category Archives: Local News
Percentage of new positive COVID-19 tests down to 2.8%
The state is reporting 2.8 percent of new coronavirus tests were positive. That's down from 3.6 yesterday, and the same as Wednesday. There are 320 more confirmed cases in Wisconsin, bringing the tota...
Jun 12, 2020
LU virtual graduation set for Sunday
About 300 Lawrence University seniors will graduate on Sunday, in a virtual ceremony. Spokeswoman Megan Scott says they'll announce all of their names, and show a picture of them during the online eve...
Jun 12, 2020
Oshkosh school district considers referendum
COVID-19 could throw a wrench into the Oshkosh School District's plans to consolidate some of its schools. The district is looking at putting a $107 million referendum on the November ballot to fund t...
Jun 12, 2020 (Image provided by the Oshkosh Area School District)
Clear masks help communication
A doctor that specializes in hearing loss and a dress maker in Oshkosh are teaming up to make masks with clear, vinyl windows so a person's mouth is visible. Katie Armatoski is a doctor of audiology w...
Jun 12, 2020
DHS tracking Winnebago Co. outbreak
State public health officials are following what's going on with the jump in coronavirus cases in Winnebago County. Dr. Ryan Westergaard of the Department of Health Services says they're talking with ...
Jun 12, 2020
UWO plans to reopen in fall
UW-Oshkosh plans to reopen its campuses this fall. Chancellor Andrew Leavitt says they're flexible, depending on the conditions. The campus is looking to open on September 9th, as originally planned. ...
Jun 11, 2020 (Image provided by the UW System)
Appleton police chief creates advisory board
Appleton police are setting up a formal way for community members to talk about issues. Chief Todd Thomas wants to have 15 to 25 members on a new board. He says the community advisory board will be a ...
Jun 11, 2020
Evers says he didn't know call was recorded
Governor Evers says a staffer recorded a phone call with top Republicans, because the person wanted help taking notes. He won't talk publicly about personnel issues, but the governor adds the practice...
Jun 11, 2020 (Image: Office of the Governor)
SNC creating George Floyd scholarship
St. Norbert College is setting up a George Floyd Memorial Scholarship. Students of color with financial need can apply for funding. Donations will be collected to create the scholarship.
Jun 11, 2020
Mediator to step into arena bankruptcy case
A mediator will try to negotiate a restructuring plan for the bankrupt Menominee Nation Arena in Oshkosh. The owner, Fox Valley Pro Basketball, and the builder of the facility, Bayland Buildings, have...
Jun 11, 2020
