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Sheboygan County's next sheriff appointed by Gov. Tony Evers
SHEBOYGAN – Matthew Spence has been appointed the new Sheboygan County sheriff. Gov. Tony Evers made the announcement Tuesday, one week after previous sheriff Cory Roeseler retired. “With more than two decades of service in the Sheboygan County Sheriff’s Office, Matthew Spence is an experienced law enforcement officer who...
Americans celebrate their flag every year, and the holiday was born in Wisconsin
WAUBEKA, Wis. (AP) — Each June, the people of Waubeka venerate perhaps the nation’s most enduring symbol, celebrating Flag Day, a holiday that escapes the notice of many Americans. But this unincorporated Wisconsin town about 35 miles (56 kilometers) north of Milwaukee takes the day seriously. After all,...
Officials from Harbor Centre BID presents 8th Streatery
Officials from the Harbor Centre Sheboygan Business Improvement District (BID) will present 8th Streatery, a weekly outdoor festival featuring a multi-restaurant, in-street dining experience that brings the community together in the heart of downtown Sheboygan. Now in its fifth year, this beloved festival is a celebration of local businesses and...
Juneteenth celebration in Sheboygan includes BBQ rib cookoff, basketball, music, dancing and more at Kiwanis Park June 15
SHEBOYGAN – Sheboygan Area Black-American Community Outreach’s Juneteenth celebration will return this year with the crowning of Juneteenth royalty, live entertainment, barbecue and more. From noon to 5 p.m. June 15, the public is invited to celebrate Juneteenth at Kiwanis Park, 726 Kiwanis Park Road. This year, the...
Air quality alert issued for SE Wisconsin due to ozone levels
MILWAUKEE — An air quality alert has been issued for southeastern Wisconsin due to elevated ozone levels. The alert is in effect from noon to 11 p.m. on Wednesday, June 12, and covers the following counties: Kenosha, Racine, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Sheboygan, Manitowoc, Kewaunee, and Door. The air quality index...
DNR issues air quality advisory today for Milwaukee, Ozaukee and other lakeside counties
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has issued an air quality advisory effective Wednesday for five counties along the Lake Michigan shoreline. Milwaukee, Kenosha, Ozaukee, Racine and Sheboygan counties are under a moderate air quality advisory today from noon until 11 p.m. The air quality index is expected to reach...
Officials of Kohler-Andrae State Park announces upcoming events
8 – 10 a.m. Meet Master Naturalists Janet & Andy Raddatz to observe birds and nature in the park. Walks may take 2-3 hours depending on what is seen. Participants can leave at any time. Wear appropriate footwear and dress for the weather. Bring insect repellant, sunscreen and binoculars. Age 12 and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No pets please. Bird walks meet weekly.
Officials of the Kohler Foundation award scholarships
Kohler Foundation officials announced on Friday, June 7 that scholarships have been awarded to four exceptional students in Sheboygan County. Included in these scholarships are the prestigious Herbert V. Kohler (HVK) for Leadership and the Ruth DeYoung Kohler (RDK) Scholarship for Artistic Excellence, totaling $240,000. The HVK Scholarship was awarded...
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