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Construction continues on the park named for a fallen Appleton firefighter
APPLETON, Wis. (WBAY) - Five years ago, a hero fell in the line of duty. On the anniversary of that tragedy, we remember Mitch Lundgaard. In 2019, the 36-year-old responded to a medical call at the Valley Transit Center. He helped administer Narcan to a man suffering an overdose. That man then turned his gun on first responders. Lundgaard was posthumously promoted to driver-engineer.
Oshkosh letter to the editor: Pro-Palestine student protesters are 'the next complaint cult'
Here is this week’s letter to the editor of the Oshkosh Northwestern. See our letters policy below for details about how to share your views. Pro-Palestine student protesters are 'the next complaint cult' Editor’s note: The following letter addresses protests happening on college campuses across the country, including in Wisconsin. A pro-Palestine demonstration was held...
“Focus on the positives and moving forward”: Fallen firefighter Mitch Lundgaard’s widow on anniversary of his death
APPLETON, Wis. (WBAY) - Wednesday marks 5 years since Appleton firefighter Mitch Lundgaard was killed by a man he helped to save. The 36-year-old firefighter was a 14-year veteran of the Appleton Fire Department and was responding to a medical call at the Valley Transit Center for a man from Wausau suffering a drug overdose. Lundgaard helped to administer Narcan, and when the man regained consciousness he pulled out a gun and shot Lundgaard.
Oshkosh YMCA to host third annual Oshkosh Century Bike Ride next month. Here's how to register.
OSHKOSH – Riders will get to choose from four scenic routes when the Oshkosh YMCA hosts its third annual Oshkosh Century Bike Ride on June 23. Sponsored by Fox Communities Credit Union, the event will cater to riders of all abilities with courses ranging in length from 30 to 100 miles.
Miss Beloit and Miss Outstanding Teen
Miss Beloit Outstanding Teen Maliah Miller, second from left, and Miss Beloit Lizzie Sage, third from left, pose for a photo during the Miss Beloit pageant. The two young ladies are preparing for the Miss Wisconsin competition in June in Oshkosh.
Menasha library plans move to UWO Fox Cities Campus during $8 million to $9 million renovation
MENASHA — The Elisha D. Smith Public Library plans to close for five weeks starting May 25 so it can move temporarily to the Fox Cities Campus of the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh at 1478 Midway Road. The library would reopen at the Fox Cities Campus on July 1. It...
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