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Lost ship Lac La Belle highlight of Manitowoc Ghost Ships Festival
MANITOWOC – Manitowoc is about to become ground zero for Great Lakes mystery and maritime adventure. The 2026 Ghost Ships Festival sails into town Friday and Saturday, March 6-7, at the Inn on Maritime Bay, bringing shipwreck stories, cutting‑edge technology and hands‑on experiences to Wisconsin’s lakeshore. Maritime history: Tugboat Arctic was a harbor workhorse. It now rests below Lake Michigan's waters in Manitowoc. Hosted by the Wisconsin Underwater Archaeology Association , the festival celebrates the thousands of historic vessels resting beneath the Great Lakes — and invites the public to explore them like never before. This year’s event features immersive 3D virtual‑reality tours of newly discovered shipwrecks, plus a chance to pilot ROVs (remotely operated vehicles) over a simulated wreck in the event center pool. It’s part science, part adventure and all ages are welcome. Maritime history: Whales of the Great Lakes? Remembering whaleback ships developed in Superior, Wisconsin. A major highlight is the recent discovery of the long‑lost steamer Lac La Belle , missing for 150 years and found off the coast of Racine. Wreck hunter Paul Ehorn will present the find in person, sharing the story behind one of the Great Lakes’ newest discoveries. Beyond shipwrecks, the festival
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What's Happening: Feb. 27 to March 8
KESHENA: Winter Farmers Market, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., College of Menominee Nation Cultural Learning Center, N172 State Highway 47-55. Presented by CMN Sustainable Development Institute. Local vendors, healthy food, artisan crafts and more. OCONTO: Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Farnsworth Public Library, 715 Main St. Story and crafts for preschool children....
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Exciting changes for Burgerfest: Fall 2026 date announced
SEYMOUR, Wis. (WFRV) – Things are being shaken up in Seymour as officials say the tradition of Burgerfest is getting a new fall date for 2026. The change to fall comes as Home of the Hamburger says they are building something bigger, more fun, and more community-focused than ever before. Those who plan to attend […]
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Lake Winnebago sturgeon spearing ends early Monday, first early close since 2015
MENASHA (WLUK) -- Lake Winnebago's sturgeon spearing season closed at 1 p.m. Monday, after spearers reached harvest caps on Sunday. It is the first time the season closed early since 2015. A full season would have ended this coming Sunday. Waverly Beach in Menasha's registration station did not see much...
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Local celebrities show off their moves for charity at U.S. Venture’s ‘Just Dance’
APPLETON, Wis. (WBAY) - On Saturday, U.S. Venture launched a brand-new fundraising event called Just Dance at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center. Ten members from the community came together to raise money for a nonprofit of their choice. Participants showed off their moves to impress the judges, which included...
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Bellevue restaurant fries 450 pounds of fish on busy first Friday of Lent
BELLEVUE (WLUK) -- It's the first Friday of Lent, which means people are flocking to their favorite spots for fish fries. It was only around 4 p.m. Friday, and the Redwood Inn in Bellevue was already elbow-to-elbow with hungry customers. The jam-packed restaurant filled up quickly amid excitement for the inaugural Friday fish fry of the Lenten season.
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Broadway in Green Bay series continues with ‘TINA - The Tina Turner Musical’
‘Tina - The Tina Turner Musical’ made its way to The Weidner in February as part of the Broadway in Green Bay series, bringing with it a celebration of Tina Turner’s resilience, talent, and triumphant rise from a small-town girl with a big voice to an international icon.
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Lakeshore Wind Ensemble to Honor Treehouse Theater Founder
The Lakeshore Wind Ensemble will be honoring a local performing arts supporter at its upcoming concert. Karen Rohrer, founder of Treehouse Theater, will receive the 2026 Wesley Teply Community Service Award at the March 7th show entitled “Winds of March: The General.”. Inspired by her daughter’s experiences, Karen saw...
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Sturgeon spearing hits cap, season sends Monday
(DNR) – The second weekend of sturgeon spearing has come to a close, and many spearers are reporting that the cold weather has helped firm up the ice. With another 36 lake sturgeon harvested today, this brings the Winnebago System total to 202 juvenile females, 662 adult females and 660 males.
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19th Battle on Bago kicks off without ice fishing contest
OSHKOSH, Wis. (WFRV) – A tradition as old as time kicked off Friday night, with the 19th edition of the Battle on Bago. However, this year’s edition of the event looked a little different. Officials canceled the ice fishing contest due to warming temperatures and concerns over the ice conditions. Battle on Bago Board Member […]
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Ice sculptures on College Avenue showcase Wisconsin’s specialties
APPLETON, Wis. (WBAY) - Those strolling along College Avenue in downtown Appleton on Saturday got to see some amazing ice sculptures. The Avenue of Ice Carvings event featured 26 handcrafted ice sculptures, with this year’s theme being “What We Love About Wisconsin”. It features sculptures of Wisconsin...
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Significant route change announced for 75th Appleton Flag Day Parade
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) – The nation’s oldest Flag Day parade will once again honor “Old Glory” this June, and organizers have announced a significant change to the Appleton Flag Day Parade’s route. Held annually on the second Saturday in June since 1950, the Appleton Flag Day Parade is once again set to attract hundreds of […]
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The Haddock At This Whimsical Restaurant In Wisconsin Is So Good, You’ll Drive Miles Just For A Bite
In the heart of Fond du Lac, where Lake Winnebago laps at Wisconsin’s shores, sits a seafood oasis that makes you question everything you thought you knew about landlocked dining experiences – Salty’s Seafood & Spirits. The building announces itself with maritime confidence, a mounted shark hovering...
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City changes route of Appleton Flag Day Parade, citing safety reasons
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Parker John's Restaurant Week Kicks Off February 23rd
Parker John's Restaurant Week is the tastiest week of the year! The chefs come together to create a special, limited-time menu featuring a variety of appetizers, entrées, and desserts available exclusively at all six Parker John’s locations from now through Sunday, March 1st. For $22 you get to...
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Ashes & Arrows brings genre-blending sound to Green Lake March 20
GREEN LAKE – Ashes & Arrows will perform at the Thrasher Opera House on March 20, according to a community announcement. The band, which gained national attention on "America’s Got Talent," is known for its fusion of mountain-grown roots, rock and three-part harmonies. Performance details The concert is part of the Thrasher Opera House’s 506 Sessions, which offer an intimate setting with a capacity of 80 people. Tickets are $35 and can be purchased online , by phone at 920-294-4279 or at the door, if available. Doors open at 6:45 p.m., with the show starting at 7:30 p.m. Ashes & Arrows, hailing from Asheville, North Carolina, and New Zealand, has been touring extensively. The setlist will feature originals such as "Born to Love" and "Gold," showcasing the band’s range from ballads to anthems. This story was created by reporter Nida Tazeen, NTazeen@usatodayco.com , with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct . This article originally appeared on Oshkosh Northwestern: Ashes & Arrows brings genre-blending sound to Green Lake March 20
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Korean BBQ & Karaoke Restaurant One Step Closer to Opening in Downtown Sheboygan
A new restaurant has moved one step closer to opening in Sheboygan’s Downtown. At last week’s City Plan Commission meeting, the group unanimously approved a conditional use permit for SEAR’D – Korean BBQ & Karaoke Restaurant, which is hoping to open its doors at 723 New York Avenue.