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Tuesday, January 6th, 2026
Good morning, Green Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Green Bay Metro Fire Department reported five residential fires from Nov. 27 to Jan. 1, including two linked to discarded smoking materials. Residents are urged to check smoke alarms + plan escape routes as they move into the new year. WTAQ
- ➤ Green Bay ended the holiday season with five reported residential fires from Nov. 27 to Jan. 1 as part of its annual wreath program. The Green Bay Metro Fire Department urged residents to check smoke alarms & plan escape routes for safer homes. 94.3 Jack FM
- ➤ Green Bay Metro Fire Department wrapped up its annual holiday wreath program and reported five residential fires from Nov. 27 to Jan. 1, with two caused by improper disposal of smoking materials, and urged residents to check smoke alarms and plan escape routes. WNCY
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ From Nov. 27 to Jan. 1, five residential fires occurred in the area, with two started by unattended smoking materials; fire officials urge residents to check alarms & review escape plans. FOX 11
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Cambium Barn in Black Creek may close after this year as a new liquor law limits wedding barn events—owner Brittany Vannuland raised rentals from $750 to $5,700 after rejecting the costly liquor license option. WNCY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Diocese of Green Bay began Adele Brice’s sainthood process after the Vatican approved the investigation and Bishop David L. Ricken posted an Edict asking residents with information to share details at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral on S. Madison St. WNCY
- ➤ The Diocese of Green Bay has begun its local investigation into Adele Brice’s cause for sainthood after Vatican approval, focusing on the candidate who reported Marian apparitions in 1859 and later taught children. Community members with relevant details can share their information at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral’s bulletin board + on the diocese website. FOX 11
- ➤ The Diocese of Green Bay began examining Adele Brice’s life for sainthood after Vatican approval allowed a local investigation, and residents can share details at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral (139 S. Madison St.). 94.3 Jack FM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Elena Talingo, 19, earned her bachelor's degree from UW-Green Bay just six months after graduating from Preble High School, marking a rare academic milestone in our community. UW-Green Bay
- ➤ Niko Sila, former Green Bay East High School football coach, said he will not run for the school board this spring and will focus on launching his youth mentoring program after discussions with family and prayer. He noted that a future run remains a possibility. NBC 26
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Two Green Bay Metro Fire Department captains retired after 26 years of service starting on April 1, 1999, with one stepping down Friday and the other Saturday. Captain Dustin Ridings now plans to focus on ministry and family; Captain Chad Allen looks forward to relaxed mornings and cabin building. WTAQ
- ➤ South Adams Street from Doty to Stuart will close at 7 a.m. Jan 12 for a $29 million sewer network upgrade and remain shut until 5 p.m. Aug 28, affecting local traffic and parking but still allowing access to businesses and homes (it is part of long-awaited downtown renovations). Green Bay Press-Gazette
- ➤ Captains Dustin Ridings and Chad Allen retired from Green Bay Metro Fire after 26 years of service each, with Ridings wrapping up his career Friday morning and Allen leaving Saturday morning – marking the close of long-standing careers and a transition to personal pursuits. WNCY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Packers have announced 10 FAN Hall of Fame candidates including three locals, and fans can vote online until Jan. 31 11:59 p.m.; the winner — receiving club seats, sideline passes and other prizes — will be named late next month. WNCY
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ComedyCity: After Dark
8:35-10:05 p.m. — ComedyCity Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of immersive improv comedy with daring humor and audience interaction.
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AK7 & P81 Patrolling Concert
9 p.m. — Mi Pueblo Restaurant — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying night of regional music with AK7 and P81 Patrolling.
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Live Music Night with Amy Jo and The Down Glow
7:30-11 p.m. — Anduzzi's Sports Club - Howard — No cover — Experience an energetic live performance by Amy Jo and The Down Glow in Green Bay.
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Lamento Show of Durango
8 p.m. — Mi Pueblo Restaurant — Tickets available — Experience the explosive energy of Banda Lamento with a night of vibrant regional music.
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