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Green Bay
Wednesday, February 4th, 2026
Good morning, Green Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Tuesday afternoon, the Brown County Homeless and Housing Coalition hosted Street Support at the Salvation Army to connect unhoused and under-housed neighbors with essential local services, following a federal count that included over 50 individuals. WBAY
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A De Pere family lost their home last Friday when a suspected anti-lock brake malfunction triggered a fire in their daughter’s 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe that spread into the house, causing over $1M in damage and forcing them to move into temporary housing. WBAY
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Keller in Kaukauna announced it purchased Hoffman Planning and Design from Appleton in a contractor merger on Tuesday—Hoffman will remain a division of Keller and owner Sam Statz shifted to a business development role with terms not disclosed. WHBY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 2nd annual winter Ale on the Trail event invites families to enjoy a skiing, snowshoeing, and brewery tasting trail at Brown County Reforestation Camp in Suamico starting Saturday, Feb. 7, noon to 4 p.m. A post-party follows from 4 to 8 p.m. FOX 11
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UW‑Green Bay mourned the loss of Professor Emeritus Clifford Abbott, who taught there from 1974 to 2015 and led initiatives like the Oneida Language Project to preserve Indigenous language traditions. A memorial celebration will be scheduled later. UW-Green Bay
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State and city officials met Tuesday to review flood-reduction plans for East River Van Beaver Park and Emilie Park; the project is part of Flood Insurance Awareness Week (Feb. 1–7) aimed at lessening future flood risks in nearby neighborhoods. FOX 11
- ➤ TSA now charges a $45 fee for travelers without a Real ID at Appleton International Airport in Greenville, effective Feb. 1. Passengers may use alternative IDs such as a passport & the fee receipt is valid for 10 days. WNCY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A time lapse video shows the Resch Center quickly change from a UW-Green Bay basketball court to a Green Bay Gamblers hockey rink in one minute—highlighting the facility's versatility. Green Bay Press-Gazette
- ➤ Ice fishing returns to Green Bay as wintry weather creates 20 inches of solid ice and port shipping is suspended, giving guide JJ Malvitz and anglers confidence while experts advise safety (using a charged cell phone and telling someone your plans) as the season is expected to stretch into March. FOX 11
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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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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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Green Bay Pet Expo
3 PM – 8 PM — Resch Center — $12.25 entry; kids 5 & under free — Enjoy a family-friendly celebration of pets with education, entertainment, and shopping.
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