Northern Calumet County Concerned Citizens to Host Healthy Climate Wisconsin Presentation

A Calumet County organization looks to address air pollution in the community. Northern Calumet County Concerned Citizens is hosting a Healthy Climate Wisconsin presentation on air pollution and community health in the Brillion Middle School gymnasium on Wednesday (October 14th), starting at 6:30 p.m. Mike Smith, president of Northern Calumet...

New family resource center to open soon in Appleton after ribbon-cutting

APPLETON (WLUK) -- A new family resource center is set to open soon in Appleton, with organizers saying it will give children and families a place to play, learn and connect with support services. First Five Fox Valley held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new space and said it is...

'Know Where to Go' for the right medical care

Brown County health groups want to get you to the most appropriate care.

New First Five Fox Valley resource center opens in Appleton

APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) — Appleton celebrated a major milestone today as a brand-new family resource center opened in the Fox Valley on October 8. First Five Fox Valley celebrated its opening with a ribbon-cutting that drew state politicians, including Governor Tony Evers and Senator Andre Jacque. The resource center will offer a variety of services, […]

The Crossing of Manitowoc Welcomes New Nurse Manager

A Manitowoc non-profit has welcomed a new member to its care team. The Crossing of Manitowoc has named Michelle Anderson as its new Nurse Manager, which the organization says will help ensure “local women and families can continue to receive compassionate, life-affirming medical care and support.”. After initially pursuing...

Shifting Tides Chiropractic Introduces Expanded Family Care and Wellness Services

Shifting Tides Chiropractic, operated by licensed doctor of chiropractic Dr. Alexander Thompson, announced an update to its clinical service offerings for individuals seeking a chiropractor in Appleton, WI, effective October 2026. The update details the formal integration of specialized care options alongside existing chiropractic adjustments, incorporating specific non-invasive physical modalities, prenatal protocols, and pediatric evaluations. The expansion outlines the operational framework, clinician background, and safety evaluation requirements established by the clinic to provide structured, objective patient options.

Crowley, Tiffany offer opposing health-care plans | Election 2026

Editor's note: This story was produced as part of the NEW (Northeast Wisconsin) News Lab , a consortium of five news outlets − the Appleton Post-Crescent , Green Bay Press-Gazette , Green Bay Press Times , Wisconsin Public Radio and Wisconsin Watch − covering 2026 election issues and races in northeastern Wisconsin. UW-Green Bay is our educational partner. Adam Paul, who owns Vintage Rose Bakery & Sandwich Shop in west De Pere with his wife, says health care is the biggest financial stress he faces. He struggles with mental health, and his wife has a thyroid condition. For the last three months, Paul said they’ve been negotiating with their insurance provider to try to get an MRI covered for his wife’s condition. “Fighting with the insurance company, and owning a business at the same time, to get things covered is a nightmare,” Paul said. “It’s a constant fight of, ‘OK what is my health worth?’” As a business owner, he said he “would love” to offer his employees insurance, but his company is just “way too small” for him to make it work financially. Paul and other Brown County community members spoke at an affordability roundtable in De Pere last

Wrightstown woman to open assisted living home focused on compassion

Wrightstown. It will be called Our Family, Our Home." id="92022161007"> After working in the health care field for years, Macaela Cornelisson of Wrightstown found that much of care is basically “cookie cutter.” That led her to consider alternatives; especially in elderly care. With the support of her husband, Travis, and family members, a plan came together. Since the nearest assisted living facility is about 15 miles from Wrightstown, the community had a need. And she had a dream to create a compassionate, family-centered home. The name selected − Our Family, Our Home − was chosen to reflect her desire that residents and employees would feel a sense of belonging. “I want to be able to provide the community with compassionate senior living close to home,” she said. “My goal is to make this everybody’s home where residents are treated like extended family.” Cornelisson, who has degrees in nursing and psychology and a doctorate as a nursing practitioner, began her nursing career more than a decade ago, gaining experience in a variety of areas. From 2020-25, she worked at a long-term care and rehab facility and oversaw 130 staff members in a facility that had 88 residents. “That’s where I got

Brown County Public Health launches campaign to stop ER overuse

BROWN COUNTY, Wis. (WFRV) — Brown County Public Health is launching a brand-new educational campaign aimed at helping residents know which health care location is the best to visit depending on what health issue they might be experiencing. The “Know Where to Go” Campaign is being led by the Beyond Health coalition, made up of […]

Council votes to more than triple rent for ThedaCare clinic

MANAWA – The Manawa Common Council voted last week to raise the monthly rent for the city-owned ThedaCare Physicians-Manawa clinic, increasing the rate from $700 to $2,500 per month. The rate increase comes amid increasing building maintenance costs and a dispute with healthcare executives over property upkeep expenses. The...

SSM Health Fond du Lac Regional Clinic welcomes gastroenterologist

SSM Health Fond du Lac Regional Clinic welcomes gastroenterologist. The SSM Health Fond du Lac Regional Clinic welcomes Gregory Capelli, DO, a gastroenterologist, to its 420 E. Division Street, Fond du Lac location. He is now accepting new patients. Dr. Capelli specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide...

Wisconsin governor candidates offer opposing plans to address rising healthcare costs

Adam Paul, who owns Vintage Rose Bakery & Sandwich Shop in west De Pere with his wife, says healthcare is the biggest financial stress he faces. He struggles with mental health, and his wife has a thyroid condition. For the last three months, Paul said they’ve been negotiating with their insurance provider to try to get an MRI covered for his wife’s condition.

Seasonal vaccinations available at Waushara County Health Department

The Waushara County Health Department has announced that seasonal vaccinations, including Influenza and COVID-19 vaccines, are available for local residents. Vaccination appointments are scheduled for Oct. 7, 21, and 28 with times of 9 – 11 a.m. and 1 – 3 p.m. Individuals eligible to receive seasonal vaccinations...

Two Rivers Taking a Closer Look at Mishicot Area Ambulance Coverage Plan

There is only one meeting today (September 28th) in the City of Two Rivers. The City Council will hold a work session in the Council Chambers at 6:00 p.m., where they will hear input from the public. Then, they will discuss the Mishicot Area Ambulance coverage plan. The organization is...

ULM School of Pharmacy awarded $5 Million

City budget amended for ambulance service

CLINTONVILLE – The city of Clintonville continues to move forward with creating a city-operated ambulance service. At the Sept. 8 Clintonville Common Council meeting, the council approved the creation of a special revenue fund for the proposed city ambulance service, as well as approving a 2026 city budget amendment to allow funds to be spent in 2026 for an ambulance service.

HSHS St. Mary's Hospital breaks ground on new six-story tower in Green Bay

GREEN BAY (NBC 26) — HSHS St. Mary's Hospital Medical Center in Green Bay broke ground Wednesday on a new six-story inpatient bed tower, an expansion hospital leaders say will dramatically increase the facility's ability to serve patients across northeast Wisconsin. Hospital leaders, medical staff, community leaders and project...

Vivent Health unveils $1.6M renovation, expanding integrated care in Green Bay

GREEN BAY (WTAQ-WLUK) — A Green Bay health clinic cut the ribbon on its new renovated space. Vivent Health held its grand opening Wednesday morning at 417 S. Monroe Avenue. The more than $1.6 million renovation of its new 5,486-square-foot center expands Vivent Health’s ability to provide integrated medical care for the community.

Registration open for Door County fall well monitoring program

If you are curious about what could be in your well water in Door County, UW-Oshkosh would love to hear from you. Registration is open for UW-Oshkosh’s Fall 2026 Private Well Monitoring Program, which tests well water for total coliform bacteria, E. coli, and nitrates. Additional testing for arsenic, pH, alkalinity, hardness, and iron is also available.

HSHS St. Mary's breaks ground on new 6-story tower

HSHS St. Mary's Medical Center broke ground Wednesday on a new, six-story inpatient bed tower that is part of a $270 million capital investment to revitalize its Green Bay hospitals.