Daily
Green Bay
Thursday, February 12th, 2026
Good morning, Green Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Safe Haven Pet Sanctuary opened on Jan. 23 as a temporary shelter during the January cold snap, and city officials said a second complaint about the building was ruled unfounded after earlier issues were resolved. 94.3 Jack FM
- ➤ Amanda's House, a sober living facility for women and children, is launching a $2.5 million campaign to add six new bedrooms, a renovated kitchen and laundry area amid a waitlist of 40 women. The facility expects to finish the expansion in about a year and a half in Green Bay. 94.3 Jack FM
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local shops in Ashwaubenon and the city are coping with volatile silver and gold prices that have led to a rise in counterfeit (fake) coin sales online. Shop owners advise customers to consult reputable local experts before buying to ensure coin authenticity. WNCY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Green Bay school district leaders will hold public meetings next week to address the ongoing budget deficit and steps taken to stabilize finances — community members can join Tuesday, Feb. 17 at East High School commons or Wednesday, Feb. 18 at Southwest High School commons. WTAQ
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The former strip mall site in Allouez will become a 100-unit apartment and retail project as construction begins this spring and finishes in summer 2027 - a plan designed to create a Main Street feel and meet local housing needs. FOX 11
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 10,000 license holders will take to the ice for the sturgeon spearing opener Saturday at 7 a.m. on Lake Winnebago as water clarity tests across 21 sites averaged 13.8 ft & a Tuesday test measured 15 ft, though warm weather may reduce clarity further. 94.3 Jack FM
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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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Green Bay Jazz Orchestra at The Tarlton Theatre
6-8 p.m. — The Tarlton Theatre — $5 reserved seating — Experience the smooth sounds of the Green Bay Jazz Orchestra on a historic stage.
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Wildlife Rehabilitation New Member Presentation
9 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary — Free entry — Discover how to help orphaned wildlife through the R-PAWS program at this informative presentation.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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