Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of March.
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🏘️ Community
AAA's free Tow to Go program aims to reduce impaired driving this St. Patrick's Day weekend by offering free safe rides from 6 p.m. Monday, March 16 until 6 a.m. Wednesday, March 18 in Wisconsin — drivers should check availability as Blizzard Elsa may affect service.
Residents near Ashland Avenue in Ashwaubenon worked together Monday to clear driveways after plows repeatedly piled snow.
They broke up the packed snow with shovels before using a snowblower, showing local cooperation + effort.
📰 Economy
Gas prices in Green Bay jumped nearly 31 cents in one week, reaching $3.44 on Monday, Mar.
16 (GasBuddy data). Stations charged between $3.09 and $3.49 per gallon, marking a significant rise from last month's levels.
🎓 Education
Dirk Ribbens, principal at Ashwaubenon High School, has been named the new superintendent by the Wrightstown School Board after a challenging 2025.
His contract is expected to begin on July 1 as the district works to restore stability in its schools.
West De Pere voters will choose school board members on April 7 — two incumbents and one former board member share plans to address budget challenges and support student success.
🌲 Environment
Green Bay's 2026 blizzard dropped 26.1 inches by March 16, breaking the 2018 record, while Sunday's 17.1-inch snowfall set a daily record—though the all-time record from 1988 remains at 29 inches; schools, businesses, and clinics closed today, and drifting snow may linger due to strong winds.
On March 16, NBC’s Today show reported live from downtown Green Bay as officials recorded 17 inches of snow in 24 hours—the heaviest since the 1880s—with snowfall reaching 22.9 inches by 7 a.m.
🏛️ Government
A new report shows that state-level childcare funding remains untapped as most resources come from federal dollars and local governments have limited revenue options.
Lawmakers may boost support by using budget surpluses, new taxes, or tax incentives — proposals that could help struggling childcare providers.
🎉 Green Bay Events
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Homebuyer Education Class
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — NeighborWorks Green Bay — $50 non-refundable — Learn essential homebuying skills in this Spanish-language class.
Explorer Wednesday: Free Admission for Brown County Residents
9 AM – 8 PM — Neville Public Museum — Free entry — Explore art projects and science experiments during this special Brown County Resident Free Day.
Holiday Gift and Craft Show
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Resch Center — $8, children free — Discover unique vintage and handmade crafts from local vendors this holiday season.
Cup of Joe Networking Event
10 AM – 12 PM — FAVORYT — Free entry — Connect with successful entrepreneurs and explore natural skincare solutions.
Fundraiser for Safe Haven
8-11 p.m. — At The Tracks — $10 at the door — Enjoy live music from local acts while supporting a great cause for cats and the community.
Converter's Expo 2026
5 PM - 5 PM — Lambeau Field — Registration required — Explore cutting-edge converting technology and network with industry professionals.
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