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Here's what to expect at the second Light the Night Market
APPLETON - The Light the Night Market presented by Fox Communities Credit Union is returning a second year after its successful debut in May 2023. The event will take place on three seperate days, May 17, July 19 and a holiday edition on November 16 according to Appleton Downtown, Inc. (ADI). It spans College Avenue between Superior Street and Durkee Street. From 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. locals can attend a free, open market where they can enjoy food, drink, live performances and more.
Senior at UW-Oshkosh breaks all-time hits record in final year
OSHKOSH, Wis. — University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh first baseman Hannah Ritter recently became the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (WIAC) all-time hits leader. It’s a record that’s stood since 2011. Ritter said despite the pressure to make it happen, she knew it was just a matter of time before...
'He fostered a community that will never be the same without him': Matt Miller, founder of Irish Fest, dies at 54
APPLETON - When Matt Miller called Patrick Murphy, singer for Irish band, Gaelic Storm, inviting them to perform at the very first Irish Fest in Oshkosh, Murphy had just one request for Miller. "I told him 'Miller, if you're going to do it, you better do it right'," Murphy said....
Welcome to the Neighborhood: Urban Market Neenah
(WFRV)- There is a new neighborhood café and grocer specializing in natural, organic, and locally sourced products in Neenah. In this segment, Kimberly and Claudia Van Sistine from Urban Market Neenah discuss how they got the idea to open a business and where you can get cooked organic food closer to home.
Emotionally charged courtroom as Gene Meyer murder trial gets underway
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) – In what was once a decades-long cold case, it did not take long for tears to flow in the murder trial of Gene Meyer, charged with first-degree murder and first-degree sexual assault of 60-year-old Betty Rolf from 35 years ago. “[That’s] my mom and dad,”...
Forecast: Smoke Lingers
We can expect gusty NE winds on Tuesday. Highs will be running 5-10 degrees cooler than today, Lots of 50s & 60s. A few showers popped up south of Oshkosh this afternoon & those will slowly push off to the south. Hazy skies produced by wildfires in Northern Canada &...
Fallen officers in Fox Valley honored for National Police Week
GRAND CHUTE, Wis. (WBAY) - Grand Chute Police officers are preparing for a special memorial to honor officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. The candlelight vigil is part of National Police Week, which highlights the work and sacrifices of law enforcement. This ceremony will honor the...
Oshkosh Youth Choir holds dinner theater performance ahead of New York tour
OSHKOSH – Patrons will be treated to a special three-course meal as the Oshkosh Youth Choir prepares for its New York tour with a dinner theater performance of its spring concert “Opus 30:20 The Big Show” at The Howard May 28. The OYC will take the stage...
Family meeting turns into local Omro business with Hendricks Family Distillery
(WFRV)- A local business born during a family meeting is now a distillery in Omro. It is an unexpected but happy result for those behind the Hendricks Family Distillery. In this segment, Peggy Hendricks from Hendricks Family Distillery discusses how the business got started and how they built everything themselves.
Titans set to host NCAA softball regional for second straight year
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - The UW-Oshkosh Titans will host Saint Benedict (Minn.) in their regional opener this week after earning an at-large bid to the NCAA Tournament. UWO got off to a hot start to the season with a program record 25 straight wins, and went on to claim the WIAC regular season crown. Still every season has it’s ups and downs, and the Titans are no different.
Covey opens newest adult family home with ribbon-cutting event in Neenah
NEENAH, Wis. (WFRV) – Another place that helps individuals with disabilities live more independently has opened in Neenah. Covey, a non-profit organization, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its newest adult family home on Tuesday. These residences give individuals a newfound freedom to explore their community, develop daily living skills,...
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