Category Archives: Local News
Appleton school district cancelling large events
The Appleton school district is cancelling any events that could have at least 250 people there. That includes any plays or musical performances. The Green Bay school district is doing the same.
Mar 12, 2020 (Image provided by Appleton Area School District)
2 new coronavirus cases confirmed in Madison area
There are two more confirmed coronavirus cases in the Madison area. The Department of Health Services is reporting the two patients had contact with a confirmed case that was announced earlier this we...
Mar 12, 2020
Gallagher: Congress should lead by example
Congressman Mike Gallagher thinks lawmakers should lead by example, when it comes to slowing the spread of coronavirus. The Green Bay Republican agrees with the decision to close the Capitol and offic...
Mar 12, 2020
UWO gets final shipment of coal for campus
UW-Oshkosh is switching from using coal to heat the campus to natural gas. The last shipment of coal arrived today. Campus Sustainability Officer Brad Spanbauer says coal releases twice the amount of ...
Mar 12, 2020
Forum for race for Appleton mayor postponed
The candidates for mayor of Appleton won't take part in a forum tonight. The League of Women Voters is cancelling the event at Einstein Middle School. Director of Voter Services Jacqui Klimaszewski ho...
Mar 12, 2020
Herd, Gamblers seasons postponed
The NBA G-League is joining its parent league, and suspending its season until the threat of coronavirus passes. The Wisconsin Herd had just two home games left at Menominee Nation Arena, but the team...
Mar 12, 2020
EAA cancelling Hops and Props
The EAA is cancelling its Hops and Props event. The fundraiser for EAA education programs was scheduled for Saturday at the Aviation Museum in Oshkosh. Ticket buyers will get a refund on their bank or...
Mar 12, 2020
Evers declares public health emergency
The state is now under a public health emergency because of coronavirus. Governor Tony Evers is making that declaration today. He says it will let them access state resources to deal with the pandemic...
Mar 12, 2020 (Image: Office of the Governor)
UWO suspending classes on Monday
UW-Oshkosh is suspending classes at all three campuses, starting Monday. The university's spring break starts on March 23rd. The school plans to start all-online classes the week of March 30th. The re...
Mar 12, 2020 (Image provided by UW-Oshkosh)
Local leaders will limit appearances
Local government officials are starting to change their plans. Green Bay Mayor Eric Genrich posted on Facebook that he won't attend public events or travel outside of Green Bay for the foreseeable fut...
Mar 12, 2020
