Saturday, January 18th, 2025
Good morning, Green Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Green Bay honors Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy with a celebration at Northeast Wisconsin Technical College, featuring student performances and the presentation of the Ebiere “Juliet” Cole Community Award to Jeason Thomas for promoting diversity and inclusion. WBAY
- ➤ The Ray Nitschke Memorial Bridge in downtown Green Bay will undergo maintenance causing single-lane closures and potential traffic delays from January 27 to February 21, 2025. FOX 11
- ➤ Samaritan’s Heart Mission Church in Green Bay opens its doors as a warming center on Sundays to protect people from severe cold and potential frostbite amid a shortage of available options during an arctic blast and the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday. WBAY
- ➤ A Green Bay non-profit, Awaken, received a $20,000 grant from Brown County to address human trafficking during the 2025 NFL Draft, focusing on prevention training and emergency services for survivors. WNCY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Three newly-elected Democratic lawmakers in Brown County, Wisconsin, aiming to work on bipartisan issues including tax relief, were officially inaugurated, slightly reducing the Republican majorities in the state legislature. WNCY
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Autocratic Despair Dialogues: Inauguration
Take some time on Inauguration Day for a non-political support-group discussion about the new Authoritarian administration and what you can do to resist Autocratic Despair as it tightens its grip - moderated by Nick Mortensen - former Mayoral Candidate and two-time winner of Wisconsin's Funniest Comedian. Brown County Central Library - 515 Pine Street in Green Bay at 6pm.
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Autocratic Despair Dialogues: Inauguration
Take some time on Inauguration Day for a non-political support-group discussion about the new Authoritarian administration and what you can do to resist Autocratic Despair as it tightens its grip - moderated by Nick Mortensen - former Mayoral Candidate and two-time winner of Wisconsin's Funniest Comedian. Brown County Central Library - 515 Pine Street in Green Bay at 6pm.
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Live Music Performance by Levi Ballenger at The Legacy Hotel
Levi Ballenger will be performing live at Cardinal's Crest Rooftop Bar in Green Bay, WI.
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Bingocize Program at ADRC
Bingocize is a 10-week program that combines exercise and health education through the game of bingo, aimed at improving mobility and reducing falls among older adults.
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Community Card Game: Euchre
A beloved social card game welcoming players of all skill levels, hosted at the Aging & Disability Resource Center.
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2025 Doctors in Recital: A Musical Evening with the Griffon String Quartet
The Griffon String Quartet will perform at the Weidner Center as part of the Doctors in Recital program, featuring local medical providers who play music to support community causes.
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Bingocize: Health and Fitness Program
Bingocize is a 10-week program that combines the game of bingo with gentle exercise and health education aimed at improving mobility and reducing falls for older adults.
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Green Bay RV and Camping Expo
The Green Bay RV and Camping Expo showcases campers, RVs, and outdoor gear while offering exclusive deals and exhibitors representing local campgrounds and tourism groups.
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The Magic of Motown Concert in Green Bay
Experience the joyful melodies and classic hits from the iconic Motown era at this live concert event.
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Beerntsen's Chilly Chocolate 15K and Fudge Trudge 5K
This event offers participants the chance to run or walk through a winter wonderland in downtown Green Bay while enjoying the atmosphere of Beerntsen's Chocolates.
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Jeremie Albino Live Performance
Enjoy a live music performance by Jeremie Albino at Three Three Five in Green Bay.
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