Ellison Bay, WI

The Ephraim Plan Commission will take more time to consider the potential ramifications of a proposal to build 23 single-family residences on 15 acres on the village’s north end. The commission tabled discussion of the proposal from Chris Schmelz and Keith Garot to build homes ranging from 1,773 square...

After a two-year hiatus, the 56th annual Fyr Bal Festival was held June 18: a beautiful, sunny day to celebrate the start of summer on the shore of Eagle Harbor. The day held festivities for all ages, including the Fur Bal pet parade, which had about 30 furry participants; and – new this year – the make-your-own flower crown activity, which drew many attendees into the Ephraim Village Hall.

(WFRV) – They started growing hemp in 2019 to diversity a Door County dairy farm. Peter and Cody joined Local 5 Live to talk about Door County Cannabis Company with an exciting announcement. They have a grand opening event July 1st – 3rd at the Top of the Hill...

After two years without its popular events, Zion United Methodist Church, 8781 Cty F in Fish Creek, is again inviting the entire community to a hymn sing Sunday, July 10, 5 pm. This tradition began in 1993 at the little country church that’s now 147 years old. This event...

Egg Harbor’s highway reconstruction will start in the fall of 2023 – not in the fall of this year, as originally planned – after the board of trustees voted in May to delay the project. The project scope includes Highway 42 between Egg Harbor and Fish Creek.

Judge Charles B. Schudson of Ellison Bay recently received good news when he learned that his book, Independence Corrupted: How America’s Judges Make Their Decisions, hit #1 on Amazon’s judicial-system bestseller list. It has also garnered great reviews, one major award and nominations for three others, including the National Book Award.

I love a good small-town parade. The excitement, the community pride, the creativity and the DIY aspects of building a float, not to mention the many different ways to participate. During my lifetime, I’ve experienced parades from several vantage points – seated in the crowd, marching with my high school pep band, and riding along the route in the back of a car or atop a float. Each experience has offered a fresh perspective and equal amounts of fun.

FISH CREEK, Wis. (WFRV) – Northern Sky Theater has presented 76 world premieres since its start. Another world premiere of sorts took place Wednesday on stage at Peninsula State Park Amphitheater. What happened was literally a wild cameo appearance that was perfectly timed. The musical “Fishing for the Moon”...

Baileys Harbor Women’s Club serves up a sweet Fourth of July tradition. Since 1968, the Baileys Harbor Women’s Club (BHWC) has been dishing up strawberries, ice cream and shortcake for a good cause during its annual Strawberry Fest, held in conjunction with Baileys Harbor’s July Fourth festivities.

BAILEYS HARBOR, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — Work is wrapping up at a marina in northern Door County. Crews are dredging the site in Baileys Harbor, which should help keep boaters safe. Those workers are putting in overtime to get it done. On the deck of a 40 by 80 foot...

The Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) overturned Roe v. Wade on June 24, returning the decision-making power on abortion to the states. In Wisconsin, that means abortion is now illegal under almost all circumstances except to save the life of the mother. Demonstrations have been planned in Sturgeon...

This weekend we celebrate our independence as a country, and soon after, on Sept. 27, 1787, our Constitution was signed. When it comes to how our government is supposed to work on the executive, legislative and judicial levels, this document is the bedrock of our democracy today. It seems we have to be super vigilant to make sure some of our elected officials follow the rule of law and our Constitution.

On any given day, you can find Jimmy Kurtz where I found him – with his horses, instructing riders at his corral. “You guys are doing a great job,” he said. “Keep them moving.”. Jimmy’s grandfather, Lloyd Kurtz, started Kurtz Corral in 1961 as a small pony...

The Egg Harbor Historical Society (EHHS) will host a program July 5, 7 pm, at the Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St. in Egg Harbor, that explores nature, cherries, tourism, the arts, ethnic heritages, land preservation and more in the county. Formed on the edge of the Niagara Escarpment, Door County...

This summer, the Gibraltar Historical Association is again presenting A House in Mourning as its 2022 exhibit. The oldest wood-framed home in Fish Creek, the Noble House contains many of the original furnishings that were passed down from the descendants of Alexander Noble. And, during this special exhibit, curiosity about...