Daily
Green Bay
Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Good morning, Green Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Green Bay Press-Gazette reporters sampled paćczki flavors at Smurawa's Country Bakery to explore local twists on a traditional treat. They tried a prune variety alongside others — marking the newsroom's first taste test of these pastries. Green Bay Press-Gazette
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A report from the Bureau of Economic Analysis showed Brown County reached over $20 billion in GDP in 2024, ranking fourth statewide behind Milwaukee, Dane, and Waukesha. WBAY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Eight teachers in the greater Green Bay area were surprised with Golden Apple Awards yesterday at schools across town, and an April 22 ceremony will honor their dedication. FOX 11
- ➤ UWGB has become a popular choice for students due to low tuition and flexible transfer options — provost Kate Burns noted half of graduates are transfer students and that affordability remains a top priority. Families view the university as a competitive option within the UW system. UW-Green Bay
- ➤ Tickets remain for Celebrate 2026: Ignite Your Energy at The Weidner in Green Bay. Erin King, a leading energy strategist, will headline the event hosted by UW-Green Bay’s Schreiber Institute for Women’s Leadership in a few weeks + register soon to secure your spot. UW-Green Bay
- ➤ Green Bay Area Public School District will hold meetings Tuesday at East High School commons and Wednesday at Southwest High School commons (6 p.m.) to discuss an $8M deficit and possible budget cuts while inviting community input. WNCY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Netflix documentary titled Matter of Time features the Darboy family and Eddie Vedder to spotlight efforts to cure a rare skin disorder (EB). The film traces EB research developments that have led to approved treatments and ongoing clinical trials in Northeast Wisconsin. WNCY
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Faith Technologies changed its plans to buy the former UW-Oshkosh Fox Cities campus in Menasha after a 90-day due diligence period in 2024. The company will seek future opportunities to lease space and work with innovation groups. 94.3 Jack FM
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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
The first step toward success is taken when you refuse to be a captive of the environment in which you first find yourself.
~ Mark Caine
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