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Green Bay
Thursday, January 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Green Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ With dangerously cold wind chills forecast for Jan 23 and 24, several local centers are offering warming shelters that provide access to hot meals and safe spaces during specific hours. Residents can choose from options like the Salvation Army (open on weekdays) and a 24-hour community shelter. Green Bay Press-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Green Bay named its first Poet Laureate, Miriam Brabham, who will serve a two-year term starting today through December 2027 (she will lead community workshops, open mics and a mural project as part of the Poetry in Motion initiative) as she champions local voices in poetry. 94.3 Jack FM
- ➤ The 2026 Winter Dance Party tribute to Buddy Holly is set for Saturday, Jan. 24 at the Riverside Ballroom with doors opening at 6 p.m.—promoter Mark Steuer also plans to highlight a future Music Hall of Fame at the former Helen Keller School to boost local tourism. WBAY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Green Bay-area schools decide on closures by consulting the National Weather Service and holding early meetings (around 4:30 to 5 a.m.) as temperatures drop. A forecasted wind chill of 40 below zero on Jan. 23 may prompt delays, while parents can excuse children if conditions are unsafe. Green Bay Press-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A water main break near the Bonduel post office closed a section of Legion Street between Washington and Church until repairs are complete. Nearby homes and businesses have experienced reduced water pressure. WBAY
- ➤ Bellevue will change the traffic flow at the intersection of Costco Way and Landmark Blvd starting Monday, Feb. 9 to only allow right turns, with temporary barriers installed to prevent left turns + through traffic and a planned permanent barrier this fall to reduce crashes. WBAY
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Green Bay's Public Market project has been extended to finish by December 2027 — originally announced in 2022, it still needs about $5.5 million to complete its $27.2 million budget and developers must prove funding by May 1, 2026. WTAQ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Three athletes from Northeast Wisconsin — Deedra Irwin, Paul Schommer and Jordan Stolz — are set to compete for Team USA next month at the Winter Olympics in Italy, each returning for their second Games. FOX 11
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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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ComedyCity: After Dark
8:35-10:05 p.m. — ComedyCity Theatre — Ticket required — Experience unpredictable improv comedy with daring themes and hilarious audience interaction.
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Valentine's Weekend Dining Experience
5-10 p.m. — Heritage Modern Supper Club — $125 per person — Celebrate your love with a romantic four-course dinner featuring exquisite culinary delights.
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Separate Ways - A Tribute To Journey
6-10 p.m. — Riverside Ballroom — Dinner and show included — Celebrate Valentine's Day with a musical tribute to Journey.
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2026 WAA/WIDNR Annual Conference
1 PM – 4 PM — KI Convention Center — Early Bird rates from $70 — Engage with experts on arboriculture and urban forestry while enjoying networking opportunities.
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Yoga With Kitties
9:30-10:30 a.m. — Safe Haven Pet Sanctuary — $15 — Enjoy a relaxing yoga session while cuddling adorable rescue cats.
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