Category Archives: Local News
Anti-trafficking bill would create rules for strip clubs
A state lawmaker wants to crack down on human trafficking, by adding new rules for strip clubs and dancers. Republican Rep. Andre Jacque of De Pere is proposing a bill that would require the businesse...
Dec 18, 2019
New terminal set for Wittman Regional Airport
A new terminal building will be constructed at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh. The Winnebago County Board approves the demolition of the existing terminal which dates back to when Oshkosh had pas...
Dec 18, 2019
Neenah schools set nearly $115 mil referendum
Voters in the Neenah school district will have a referendum on the ballot in April of next year. District spokesman Jim Strick says the school board is unanimously asking for nearly $115 million. The ...
Dec 17, 2019 (Image provided by the Neenah Joint School District)
Fox Valley homeless numbers at 6-yr high
More people spent time in emergency shelters in the Fox Cities last year, compared to the previous six years. Workers for the Fox Cities LIFE Study went over the numbers from facilities in the Appleto...
Dec 17, 2019
Family waits for answers 50 yrs after murder
Saturday will mark 50 years since a former Appleton police officer was killed. Two of Frank Frye's granddaughters are still waiting for answers. Frye worked at some local hotels as the clerk and night...
Dec 17, 2019
Kaukauna students learn about mental health
Mental health is the focus for students at Kaukauna High School this week. The "Merry mental health, and happy new you" theme encourages kids to make lifestyle changes that reduce stress and anxiety. ...
Dec 17, 2019 (Photo from WHBY archives)
G.B. fire causes $250k in damage, 3 cats dead
A fire in an attached garage on Green Bay's east side spread to the roof and attic of rest of the house. Firefighters were called to the 2200 block of Hillside Lane just before noon yesterday. Three c...
Dec 17, 2019 (Image: Green Bay Fire Department)
FBI looking for Summit Contracting victims
The FBI is looking for possible victims of a De Pere contractor. Summit Contracting is under investigation for fraud. Police believe the company took money from customers for home improvement projects...
Dec 17, 2019
Flags will be at half-staff for former Oneida leader
Flags will be at half-staff tomorrow and Thursday in honor of a former leader of the Oneida Nation. Rick Hill died last week. Governor Evers issued the order, saying Hill left behind a legacy of servi...
Dec 17, 2019
Menasha Brin Building site plans could be gateway
Menasha's leader hopes the plans for the former Brin Building site will help bring more projects to the downtown area. Developers want to put apartments and space for businesses at the corner of Main ...
Dec 17, 2019 (Image: City of Menasha)
