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Six Redbirds sign letters-of-intent for college athletics

Photos by Jayclee Sonnier and Ira Bell, press release written by De Pere HS athletics. On Nov. 11, De Pere High School seniors Charlotte Atlas, Cooper Eakin, Will Krueger, Will Nikolay, Payton Spaeth and Micah Zirbel will sign their grant and aid agreements to compete in their respective sports at the collegiate level.

De Pere, WI · 2d

NBC26

Chilly, windy weather moves in with a few flakes possible

We’re going to wrap up the work week on a chilly note. A cold front moved through the area yesterday, shifting winds out of the north and ushering in a colder air mass that will stick around over the next few days. High temperatures this afternoon will struggle to...

Kewaunee County, WI · 1d

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De Pere redevelopment turns empty Shopko site into downtown housing

DE PERE, Wis. — A former Shopko site in downtown De Pere has been transformed into a 60-unit apartment building as part of broader efforts to bring more residents, visitors and foot traffic to the area. The building, called 550 William, opened in October. It was developed by Jason...

De Pere, WI · 1d

The Post-Crescent

Appleton schools plan staff cuts to balance budget

In order to balance the budget over the next four years, Appleton schools will need to reduce staff. At a school board meeting Nov. 9, Appleton school leadership said they'd need to save $400,000 over the 2026-27 school year. However, they plan to reduce staff through resignation and retirements — especially in positions that are the furthest from students, like tech services and the district office, superintendent Greg Hartjes said. He also said the districts expected to cut between 5 and 10 positions this way, combining positions and dropping duties as needed. The district also plans to examine non-classroom positions, like administrative assistants and paraprofessionals, and consider whether any can be reduced for the 2027-28 school year. Appleton schools employ roughly 2,000 staff. Even with the prospect of cutting positions, however, Appleton schools still have empty special education positions, according to a report from district human resources director Julie King. And, during public comment, Ferber Elementary School's library and media specialist, Sara Wayland, also asked the board to consider positions like hers "essential student-facing educators," saying she and others in her position teach students media literacy and research skills. Even though Appleton schools passed an operational referendum in April, declining

WBAY Green Bay

Couple walks 41 miles to raise money for niece with neuroblastoma

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - Zach and Dani Boyea walked 41 miles from Green Bay to Sturgeon Bay over two days to share their niece’s story and raise money and awareness for her family. The couple’s niece, Clarena, was diagnosed with a rare form of high-risk neuroblastoma at 7 months old.

Green Bay, WI · 15h

NBC26

Two Notre Dame Academy athletes sign to play college sports on National Signing Day

GREEN BAY (NBC 26) — Two Notre Dame Academy student-athletes celebrated the next chapter of their athletic careers Wednesday, signing to compete at the collegiate level during a National Signing Day ceremony surrounded by family, friends and teammates. Ty Bumgardner and Bella Hill officially committed to continue their athletic...

Green Bay, WI · 1d

Fox11online.com

Freedom faces rival Little Chute with first state trip on the line

FREEDOM (WLUK) -- Freedom will play in its sixth state semifinal Friday, facing rival Little Chute with a first trip to state on the line. The Irish and Mustangs last met in Week 6, when Freedom beat Little Chute 49-29. With a trip to state at stake this time, Freedom coach Charlie Jadin said the focus has been on keeping players from assuming Friday will look like the regular-season matchup.

Little Chute, WI · 17h

WFRV Local 5

Wisconsin gas prices drop over 30 cents in one week

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) — After a rough summer and early fall of gas prices gouging Wisconsinites’ wallets, things seem to be trending in a better direction, according to the AAA. A week ago, on November 4, gas prices averaged $4.15 a gallon in the Badger State. Now, AAA lists the state average as $3.83, […]

Wisconsin · 1d

WFRV Local 5

First-ever Christmas tree lighting celebration to be held in downtown De Pere

DE PERE, Wis. (WFRV) – Downtown De Pere is set to launch a new holiday tradition on Friday, November 13, with the debut of ‘Downtown Unwrapped,’ a community-wide celebration featuring the city’s first-ever official Christmas tree lighting. The free community event will run from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. across both the east and west […]

De Pere, WI · 1d

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Apple Creek Place names new executive director

Local news about the companies, people and issues that impact business in Northeast Wisconsin and beyond. Apple Creek Place, an assisted living and memory care community in Appleton, named Eric Lehocky, as its new executive director. Apple Creek Place is managed by Health Dimensions Group of Minneapolis. A licensed nursing...

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The Post-Crescent

Rivalry rematch headlines WIAA state football semifinal matchups

Trips to Camp Randall Stadium and the WIAA football finals are on the line for 28 teams around the state Friday, Nov. 13, in semifinal matchups. Three Appleton-area teams are still alive and contending for the chance to finish their season on the turf in Madison, including a semifinal rematch of North Eastern Conference rivals. Here is a look at the semifinal matchups for the Appleton area , along with Mike Sherry’s predicted winners in each of those contests. Both games are Friday at 7 p.m. Last week’s prediction record: 3-1. Season prediction record: 58-19. SEMIFINAL GAMES Division 4 Little Chute (11-1) vs. Freedom (12-0) at Ashwaubenon Freedom defeated Little Chute 49-29 on Sept. 25 and leads the all-time series 27-20. This is the sixth playoff meeting between the North Eastern Conference rivals. Freedom has won four of the five previous games. Little Chute advanced with a 26-14 victory over Wrightstown. It was the sixth consecutive win for the Mustangs. Little Chute ran for 302 yards, led by Jeshua Tobon (86 yards), Reece Joten (80 yards) and Jaden Hermsen (72 yards, 2 TDs). Micha Hill added a 16-yard touchdown reception. Joten led the Little Chute defense with seven total tackles

WBAY Green Bay

Menasha tornado recovery work to prepare for winter

The Greater Fox Cities Area Habitat for Humanity is working to prepare 100 tornado-damaged homes for winter.

Menasha, WI · 1d

takingthekids.com

The Wisconsin Car Museum Where Vintage Beauties From Another Era Fill Every Room

Every car on display here rolled in under its own power. Each one is original, and each was driven through the doors when it joined the collection. The building has its own car story too. It spent nearly 40 years as a Cadillac dealership before a full makeover turned it into a gallery.

Green Bay, WI · 2d

WFRV Local 5

Temporary closure scheduled for Green Bay’s Mason Street Bridge

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – Those looking to cross over the Fox River in Green Bay on Wednesday will not be able to do so via the Mason Street Bridge. According to the City of Green Bay, the Mason Street Bridge (Donald A. Tilleman Memorial Bridge) will be temporarily closed on Wednesday, November 11, from […]

Green Bay, WI · 3d

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UW-Green Bay adds three to women’s basketball program

The UW-Green Bay women’s basketball program is adding three players for next season. All three are incoming freshmen, and all are from Wisconsin. One is 6’1 forward Avalyn Albrecht from Poynette, who has scored almost 1200 points in her high school career. Albrecht averaged 20 points, 14 rebounds and six blocked shots per game for Poynette last season. Hortonville’s Kardyn Peppler will also join the Phoenix program next season. Peppler is a 5’7 guard, and the younger sister of current Green Bay guard Kallie Peppler. Kardyn averaged 15 points, seven rebounds and three assists per game for Hortonville last season, while shooting 43% from three-point range. The third addition is 6’2 center Addison Schmidt of Rice Lake. Schmidt was a WBCA All-State first team selection last season, as she averaged 18 points, 15 rebounds and four blocks per game for Rice Lake last season.

Green Bay, WI · 18h

WFRV Local 5

Off the Desk: Festival Foods Turkey Trot 2026

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) — On today’s episode of Off the Desk, Stacy Engebretson sat down with Festival Foods Turkey Trot Senior Race Director John “Stosh” Stiloski to discuss the upcoming event held in multiple cities on Thanksgiving Day. The Festival Foods Turkey Trot will take place on November 26 in 12 locations. In our […]

Green Bay, WI · 1d

Fox11online.com

Little Chute seeks revenge vs. Freedom in Division 4 state semifinal rematch

LITTLE CHUTE — LITTLE CHUTE (WLUK) -- Little Chute’s only loss this season came by 20 points to rival Freedom, and the teams will meet again Friday with a trip to the Division 4 state championship game on the line. Little Chute senior Reece Joten said the Mustangs...

Little Chute, WI · 1d

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Brillion Community Center Pool Closed Temporarily

The pool at the Brillion Community Center is closed for now. According to their Facebook page, they are currently assessing the condition of the pool and taking steps to make sure it’s in compliance with state requirements. Because it takes time, the pool will remain closed for the rest...

Brillion, WI · 1d

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Downtown Appleton retailers prepare for holidays as national forecasts point to higher spending

APPLETON, Wis. — Retailers in downtown Appleton are preparing for the holiday shopping season, as the National Retail Federation said it expects Americans to spend more than $1 trillion in November and December. The trade group said holiday spending is expected to rise 4.2% from last year. It also...