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State wants public defender at hearing to discuss releasing Two Rivers teen’s body to family

TWO RIVERS, Wis. (WBAY) - The state asked that a public defender’s office representative attend upcoming hearings for Dominic Pilgreen and Nathan Reichard so the state can discuss releasing the body of 16-year-old Payton Vertz to his family, according to court documents. The state said the request is tied...

Two Rivers, WI · 21h

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Sheboygan Marsh Nears $1.5 Million Funding Goal

A project aiming to make improvements at the Sheboygan Marsh has nearly reached its fundraising goal. The Sheboygan County Planning and Conservation Department has shared that the Friends of the Sheboygan Marsh are just $50,000 away from their $1.5 million goal needed to construct an expansive boardwalk through the local marshlands.

Sheboygan County, WI · 23h

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Sheboygan's 80-ton Union soldier monument has stood since 1889 | Throwback

SHEBOYGAN – The Civil War left a deep impression on Sheboygan residents, and a push to build a monument followed in the 1800s. Members of the Grand Army of the Republic's Gustavus Wintermeyer Post decided at a regular meeting July 14, 1888, "That a monument be erected in some suitable place in the city of Sheboygan in honor and memory of all the fallen and dead heroes of the War of the Rebellion, from 1861 to 1865, and that efforts be made to raise the necessary funds." Read last week's column: How circuit riders led to a 175-year-old Sheboygan Falls church | Throwback The Grand Army of the Republic was a prominent fraternal and veterans' organization formed by Union Army, Navy and Marine Corps veterans after the Civil War. The organization, which dissolved in 1956 when its last member died, strongly advocated for pensions and other benefits for those veterans. A 1989 Sheboygan Press clipping, provided by the Sheboygan County Historical Research Center , said the park became known for patriotic events through the years. A memorial monument suited the park. Local committee builds monument under budget According to a 1937 Sheboygan Press clipping, the monument was built in 1889

Sheboygan, WI · 1d

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Sheboygan Service Club Continues 95 Years of Charity on Saturday

The Sheboygan Service Club will celebrate its 95th year at its annual charity gala on Saturday. The theme this year is “Camp Cult Classics”, and proceeds from the event at the Osthoff Resort in Elkhart Lake will support Lily Pad Landing, a new space at Above & Beyond Children’s Museum for babies from birth to 18 months.

Sheboygan, WI · 21h

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Crowley’s priorities as Governor, School referendum impacts, Fond du Lac pastor preaches from Guatemala

Wisconsin Democratic Gov.-elect David Crowley joins us to preview his upcoming term in office. Then, we talk to leaders from two rural Wisconsin school districts about referendum results. And we meet a Fond du Lac pastor who is blocked from returning to the U.S. from Guatemala. Democratic Gov.-elect David Crowley.

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Wisconsin bus service warns of rampant stop violations

SHEBOYGAN FALLS, Wis. (WFRV) — A Wisconsin bus service is reporting a rampant surge in drivers ignoring their vehicle’s stop arms and stop lights. According to a social media post, the Otte Bus Service in Sheboygan Falls experienced three separate incidents of drivers blowing past their stop signs and red lights. “I’m not sure what […]

Sheboygan Falls, WI · 2d

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Manitowoc's Waterfront Wine Bar changing hands after 7 years

MANITOWOC – Waterfront Wine Bar is changing hands, as owners and sisters Rachel Beck and Megean Lauson move on to a new endeavor. “We wanted to let everyone know that we have made the decision that after more than seven years of owning Waterfront, Rachel and I will be closing out chapter here,” Lauson wrote in a Facebook post. “Our final day of service will be Nov. 19 and the new owners will begin their chapter on Nov. 20. We will introduce the new owners shortly, but for now, we would like the opportunity to close our chapter, reflect on everything you have meant to us and express our heartfelt gratitude for everything Waterfront Wine Bar has given us.” Events this week: Manitowoc events this week include Branson Christmas and Voctave Waterfront Wine Bar was a success from the start The establishment, in the lower level of Forefront Dermatology, 801 York St., opened May 1, 2019. “It’s blown way past our expectations,” Lauson told Streetwise Manitowoc at the time. “We’ve been pretty steady. We have had really good lunch times. People have been raving about how wonderful it is.” Manitowoc history: 2,300 Manitowoc County men served in World War I.

Manitowoc, WI · 1d

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Cushman & Wakefield Brokers $44M Sale of The Corridor in Sheboygan

SHEBOYGAN, WIS. — Cushman & Wakefield has brokered the $44 million sale of The Corridor, a 240-unit community in Sheboygan. Lincolnshire, Illinois-based Axiom Properties was the buyer. The seller, represented by Brad Smith, Jack Maloney and Ralph Depasquale, was Chicago-based Midloch Investment Partners. Located at 1436 Green St., the community was approximately 97 percent occupied at the time of sale. The property is subject to a tax increment financing (TIF) agreement that reimburses 65 percent of property taxes above an established base amount through 2038. Completed in 2021, The Corridor features one-, two- and three-bedroom units along with a fitness center, lounge, community room, dog park, playground, outdoor gathering spaces and parking.

Sheboygan, WI · 1d

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Veterans Day events across Northeast Wisconsin

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - Communities across northeast Wisconsin are hosting events and offering deals on Veterans Day to honor the men and women who served the country. Brown County is shining green lights for veterans at the courthouse. Green Bay ceremony. The Neville Public Museum in Green Bay will...

Green Bay, WI · 2d

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Fond du Lac County weighs options for new jail

FOND DU LAC Wis. (WBAY) - Fond du Lac County leaders are weighing where to build a new jail and how much it could cost. The current jail is aging and overcrowded, raising concerns for inmates and staff. County leaders have discussed for years what to do with the jail,...

Fond Du Lac County, WI · 1d

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Oak Wilt Confirmed in Manitowoc County, Wisconsin, for the First Time, in Mishicot, About 20 Miles From the Nearest Known Infection

Wisconsin DNR confirmed oak wilt in Manitowoc County for the first time, in Mishicot, about 20 miles from the nearest case, and shared advice for oak owners.

Manitowoc County, WI · 3d

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2,300 Manitowoc County men served in World War I. Here's their story.

As we observe Veterans Day to honor all U.S. military veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces in wartime and peacetime, we remember the Manitowoc County men who left for service in World War I. The road to war The war was sparked by the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria in Sarajevo on June 28, 1914, which activated a web of European alliances and declarations of war. More Preserving the Past: Kiler K. Jones helped form the 15th Wisconsin, then lost command | Preserving the Past The United States pursued a policy of strict neutrality for nearly three years. The unrestricted German submarine sinking of merchant and passenger ships, intercepted communications and economic ties to the Allied powers finally prompted the United States to enter the war on April 6, 1917, after President Woodrow Wilson appeared before a joint session of Congress and asked for a formal declaration of war against Imperial Germany. The draft begins With the passage of the Selective Service Act on May 18, 1917, all men between the ages of 21 and 30 registered for service on June 5, 1917. More than 4,000 Manitowoc County men registered for the draft. In August

Manitowoc County, WI · 2d

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Family business in Manitowoc to close after 22 years

MANITOWOC, Wis. (WFRV) – After more than two decades of serving the Manitowoc community, Rob’s Family Market is preparing to close its doors for good. The closure is prompting longtime customers to reflect on the people, products, and memories that made the store a local staple. The family-owned grocery store will officially close Nov. 20, […]

Manitowoc, WI · 3d

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Former Two Rivers City Manager Resignation Letter Released Amid Legal Trouble

The resignation letter of former Two Rivers City Manager, Kyle Kordell, has been made public. In his letter to the City Council, Kordell expressed pride in his accomplishments with the city, including advancing fiscal reforms, implementing operational changes to reduce overtime, and securing more than 23 acres for future residential development. Kordell continues that it had been his family’s hope to establish lasting roots in the community, but says their experiences have led them to believe a fresh start somewhere else would be in the family’s best interests.

Two Rivers, WI · 2d

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Wisconsin city issues warning after elevated lead levels found in drinking water

CHILTON, Wis. (WFRV) — A Wisconsin city has issued a warning advisory after finding elevated lead levels in drinking water from at least one home. According to officials, the city of Chilton collected 20 samples that were analyzed for lead in July and found that more than 10% of those samples exceeded the action level […]

Chilton, WI · 2d

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Manitowoc County property tax bills to rise about 3.1% in 2027

MANITOWOC – The Manitowoc County Board recently approved a 2027 county budget and a levy of $35.6 million to support it. County supervisors approved the spending plan by a 21-3 vote, with Scott Schiesl, Kevin L. Behnke and Susie Maresh voting against the budget. Read more news: Driver arrested after SUV hits Manitowoc County squad car Board discussed some changes to proposed plan The County Board made one change from a budget proposal endorsed by its Finance Committee — giving Manitowoc County employees a 2% raise at the start of 2027, compared with an original plan to give them a 1% increase in January and a 1% increase in June. The change adds about $175,000 to next year’s budget. Read more: Rob's Family Market in Manitowoc closing after 22-plus years “The one thing that makes this county run is its employees,” argued District 15 Supervisor Dylan Hammel, who proposed the change. “1% in January and 1% in July — inflation is way higher than that. We need to do better than that. I don’t think ($175,000) is a whole lot to ask for.” District 3 Supervisor Rita Metzger noted county employees received 3% annual raises for many years. “They deserve

Manitowoc County, WI · 2d

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Permanent Stop Sign Installation Continues In Manitowoc

Stop sign installation continues in Manitowoc. Permanent stop signs were installed yesterday on areas of Madison Street, including on S. 11th, 12th, 13th, 15th, 18th, and 19th Streets. Temporary stop signs were also installed on Columbus and Park Streets. Those permanent stop signs will be installed on November 30th. The...

Manitowoc, WI · 2d

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Fond du Lac County property sales topped $3M in October | Exclusive

FOND DU LAC – Fond du Lac County's priciest real estate transactions from October were concentrated to the beginning of the month. Out of 304 local property transfers last month, the top four included an apartment complex, a warehouse, agricultural land and a luxury home. Here are the top sales in Fond du Lac County from last month. Read more news: Help fund a new holiday tree in Fond du Lac park Maple Tree apartments were top sale from October The Maple Tree apartment complex in Ripon sold for about $3.5 million, recorded Oct. 8. Previously owned by Heartland Properties, the apartments are known for affordability, with a two-bedroom unit currently going for $930 monthly rent. The five buyers are all Wisconsin-based companies. Property: 847 Metomen St., Ripon Value: $3,470,000 Parties: Heartland Affordable Housing-Ripon LLC to MRO Maple Tree LLC, JNG Ripon LLC, JEV Ripon LLC, SRH Ripon LLC, BEN Ripon LLC Read more: Fond du Lac County Jail options range from $215M to $361M GEODIS property sells in Fond du Lac again Global logistics company GEODIS made the list for the third time this year, sitting on recently-sold property on Kohlman Road. The most recent warehouse sold for more

Fond Du Lac County, WI · 2d

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Ride into Winter: Fat Tire Biking in Calumet County

Do not put the bike away when the snow starts flying. Fat tire biking gives winter adventurers a fun way to explore the Calumet County landscape, with wide, low-pressure tires built to handle snow-packed trails and terrain that would be tough to reach on a standard bike. The reward is...

Calumet County, WI · 1d

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Six northeast Wisconsin counties rank among top 25 for veterans, VA data shows

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - Six northeast Wisconsin counties are among the top 25 for the highest concentrations of veterans, according to data from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Florence County ranks second, with veterans making up 11% of its population. Marinette County ranks eighth, with veterans accounting for...

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