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Green Bay Press-Gazette

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After school referendum fails, Pulaski says it's looking to the future

The Pulaski School District residents voted down a nearly $60 million capital referendum on Nov. 3, upsetting the district's plans for additions and renovations that included two new pools. Now, the district says, it'll use that community decision to guide its plans moving forward. "This decision by the PCSD community gives the district greater direction in its always-ongoing facilities planning process," district communications director Eric Schreiber said in a statement. "Creating and maintaining functional facilities that meet the needs of our students and community remains a top priority. At the proper time, projects may be reevaluated or reconfigured to better fall in line with our community’s priorities and serve our students." The statement thanked those who voted and took time to consider the referendum. At this point, the district has not responded to follow-up questions about whether it will pursue a referendum in April or whether it plans to close the pool. Why did Pulaski's referendum fail? The referendum vote came after the village of Pulaski completed a $15 million water infrastructure project that more than doubled an average resident's water bill, from $151 to nealry $352 per quarter. Several residents who opposed the water bill increase linked the higher

Pulaski, WI · 6d

Fox11online.com

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State record smallmouth bass caught on the waters of Green Bay in Oconto County

OCONTO COUNTY (WLUK) -- Searching for that trophy fish is part of "How WI Live" in Wisconsin, and across the state, there's a new record smallmouth bass at the top. On a fishing trip on the waters of Green Bay south of Oconto, smallmouth bass angler Austin Shiefer says he knew when he caught something Friday afternoon.

Oconto County, WI · 9d
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If You’re Gen X And Tired Of Overpaying, These 8 Wisconsin Towns Deserve A Look

Ready to find towns in Wisconsin where Gen X can stop overpaying and start living better?. These 8 towns offer real affordability and the kind of quiet, happy life you’ve been looking for!. 1. Superior. Superior sits at the very top of Wisconsin’s map, and it’s the kind of...

Wisconsin · 11d
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Menasha looking to build housing, hotel or event venue at old paper mill site

MENASHA (WLUK) -- Menasha hopes the Lawson Canal site across the river from downtown can become an integral part to the city. Common Council formally approved a concept plan 8-0 last month, which calls for 140-160 apartments or condos, 35 townhomes, hotel and banquet space and public access space for a park, fishing pier and walking trail. All plans are concepts, so nothing is concrete.

Menasha, WI · 9d
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The Northwestern

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Top Oshkosh news in October included Wendt's closing, Oshkosh Corp. layoffs

OSHKOSH – Brewers fever , a beloved lakeside fish fry spot calling it quits, layoffs at one of Oshkosh's biggest employers and a vote on what to name a brand-new school. October kept the Oshkosh area talking. Here's a quick catch-up on the month's biggest stories. Nov. 3 election preview: What's at stake in Winnebago County on Nov. 3? Sheriff and more races Brewers win their first World Series We rounded up the top places to watch games in Oshkosh , from bars and breweries with plenty of screens to one haunted bash. Then, the Brewers finished the job. They beat the Tampa Bay Rays 4-1 in Game 5 on Oct. 28 for the first World Series title in franchise history, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reported . Captain Christian Yelich, who vowed a year ago that “one day, that’s going to be us out there,” celebrated in St. Petersburg, Florida. Jackson Chourio hit .458 in the Series, and Trevor Megill recorded the final out. Read more news: Oshkosh Employee of the Year teacher deported to Costa Rica by ICE Oshkosh Corp. cuts about 80 office jobs Oshkosh Corp. laid off about 80 salaried, office-based employees nationwide in its Transport segment,

Oshkosh, WI · 9d

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Shawano County bucks statewide election trend

Shawano City Hall was packed with voters on Nov. 3. Voters leaned Republican, but statewide, the Democrats won the governorship and both houses in the Wisconsin Legislature. (Greg Mellis | NEW Media) David Crowley’s win in the race for Wisconsin governor over Congressman Tom Tiffany headlined a big night for...

Shawano County, WI · 8d

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GBAPS superintendent reacts to approved $158M referendum

GREEN BAY (WLUK) -- FOX 11 is hearing reaction from the Green Bay Area Public School District Wednesday after voters approved a referendum worth millions of dollars during the mid-terms. The money will help with operational funding over through 2031. Green Bay Area schools is feeling a sigh of relief...

Green Bay, WI · 7d

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Two Rivers to Approve 2027 Room Tax Budget

There is only one meeting today (November 4th) in the City of Two Rivers. The Room Tax Commission will be in the Council Chambers at 10:00 this morning, where they will review the year-to-date budget-to-actual report and the marketing plan for next year. Also up for review are three Room...

Two Rivers, WI · 7d

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November Election: Brillion School District referendum approved

BRILLION – Electorates in the Brillion School District approved an operational referendum in Tuesday’s election. The referendum gives the district the authorization to exceed the revenue limit by $1 million per year through the 2030-31 school year. The unofficial count was 1,457 (53.2%) in favor of the referendum...

Brillion, WI · 7d

WFRV Local 5

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Election Day voter turnout steady across Northeast Wisconsin

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – Election Day is underway across Northeast Wisconsin, with city clerks reporting steady voter turnout and smooth operations at polling locations throughout the region. WFRV Local 5 spoke with city clerks in Green Bay, Appleton, Oshkosh, Fond du Lac, and Manitowoc on Tuesday to get an update on voting activity. In […]

Green Bay, WI · 8d

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Oshkosh school board violated open meeting rules for budget/tax levy hearing [AUDIO]

OSHKOSH, Wis. — The Oshkosh Area School Board violated open meetings laws by failing to properly notice their annual budget and tax levy public hearing this year. The official public notice published in the Oshkosh Northwestern newspaper was not at least 15 days before the public hearing, nor did it even identify that the Oshkosh School District was the one conducting the meeting.

Oshkosh, WI · 8d

WBAY Green Bay

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Green Bay identifies potential owner for professional soccer teams

Mayor Eric Genrich said he hopes to make an announcement early next year.

Green Bay, WI · 9d

WBAY Green Bay

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Election Night: Behind the Scenes at WBAY-TV

Ready for Election Night? Here's a look behind the scenes.

Green Bay, WI · 8d

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Repairs to Grant Street Railroad Crossing in De Pere expected to finish this month

DE PERE (NBC 26) — Grant Street has been closed since mid-October as repairs are made to the CN railroad crossing. The project is expected to finish early this month. Locals say improvements to the railroad crossing have been needed. The railroad company replaced the tracks, then Brown County...

De Pere, WI · 9d

WBAY Green Bay

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Wisconsin voters decide 79 school referendum questions, including four in northeast Wisconsin

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - Voters across northeast Wisconsin are deciding operating referendums Tuesday that could mean millions of dollars for classrooms, staffing and building maintenance. Some districts have said more cuts could follow if their referendums fail. Statewide, voters are deciding 79 school referendum questions. Sixty-two of them are...

Wisconsin · 8d

NBC 26 WGBA Green Bay

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First-time voters brave rain to pick Wisconsin's next governor

At UW Oshkosh, first-time voters shared what motivated them to turn out — from economic concerns to civic duty and support for family and friends.

Wisconsin · 8d

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Voters approve $158 million, 4-year referendum for Green Bay Area Public Schools

GREEN BAY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — While much of the attention Tuesday night was on the governor’s race and other key contests in Congress, there were also referendums on some ballots asking for millions of dollars. Voters passed a four-year, $158 million referendum for the Green Bay Area Public...

Green Bay, WI · 7d

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Burrack spent year in Vietnam fighting war

Former Shawano police officer Bernie Burrack stands in the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post in Shawano. Burrack was in the Marines for four years, deployed to Vietnam from February 1970 to February 1971. (Lynn Zaffrann) Subhead. Marine came home, served as police officer for 28 years. By. Lynn Zaffrann, Correspondent.

Shawano, WI · 10d

WBAY Green Bay

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Appleton Common Council votes to pass vehicle noise resolution, changes name of Veterans Park

APPLETON, Wis. (WBAY) - The Appleton Common Council took action on two resolutions on Wednesday night. They passed a resolution aimed at cracking down on loud vehicles. Fines for “unnecessary noise” will now cost drivers $250 for their first offense, jumping to $400 for the second, and $800 for a third.

Appleton, WI · 7d

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AbbyBank Foundation Awards $1,500 to Shawano County Sheriff’s Office for Dive Team Equipment

SHAWANO, WI – The Shawano County Sheriff’s Office has received a $1,500 grant from the AbbyBank Foundation to help replace a pontoon boat motor used by the Shawano County Dive Team during water rescue and recovery operations. The funding will assist the department in maintaining reliable equipment for...

Shawano County, WI · 8d