Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of January.
Good morning, Green Bay.
The Greater Green Bay YMCA announced a $9.4 million capital campaign to expand the West Side YMCA in Howard by building a new gymnasium (7,500 sqft) that will include pickleball courts, a lap pool, renovated locker rooms, and improved play areas.
Community support is needed to meet the goal.
Former Green Bay bishop Robert Banks, who led the diocese from 1990 to 2003, died at 97.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, Feb. 5 at 6:00 p.m. + visitation begins Friday, Feb. 6 at 8:00 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral.
The Greater Green Bay YMCA announced its West Side Expansion Capital Campaign Monday in Howard to boost access to health, wellness, youth development, and family programs.
The campaign marked a major step toward a brighter future for the community.
The District Pour Haus opens today in Green Bay and offers over 50 self-serve taps for beer, cider and wine, while guests use a special card to track their pours and enjoy family-run pizzas in a cozy setting.
District Pour Haus opened Monday at 686 Mike McCarthy Way in Ashwaubenon.
The 3,400 sqft venue has 48 self-serve taps and a full-service kitchen — offering a fresh dining option for nearby eventgoers.
Mickey has grown confident as a German major at UW-Green Bay over four years.
She built a supportive community with helpful professors and peers and improved her language skills during a study abroad stay in Kassel.
Green Bay’s Board of Education met Monday at 6 p.m. to develop interview questions for screening superintendent applicants as current superintendent Vicki Bayer retires at the end of the school year.
Green Bay Area Public School Board held a moment of silence at 6 p.m. Monday to honor Alex Pretti — a Preble graduate and former intensive care nurse — who was fatally shot by federal agents this past weekend in Minneapolis.
The meeting was open to the public.
The Coast Guard advises ice users to be cautious in Green Bay and Sturgeon Bay as cutter Mobile Bay starts annual ice breaking duties today to clear paths for commercial vessels.
Officials say to stay away from recently broken ice (which may be unstable) for safety.
At Copper State Brewing Company, guests can opt for a digital detox by placing their phones in a voluntary phone jail built by Manitowoc Lutheran High School students, with free dessert offered if no one at the table uses their phone.
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.
ComedyCity: After Dark
8:35-10:05 p.m. — ComedyCity Theatre — Ticket required — Experience unpredictable improv comedy with daring themes and hilarious audience interaction.
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.
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.
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.
Yoga With Kitties
9:30-10:30 a.m. — Safe Haven Pet Sanctuary — $15 — Enjoy a relaxing yoga session while cuddling adorable rescue cats.
State of the Broadway District
7:30-9:30 a.m. — Gather on Broadway — Free entry — Network over breakfast while learning about the Broadway District’s upcoming projects and awards.
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