Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of March.
Good morning, Green Bay.
Green Bay is hosting a community Earth Day cleanup event at Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary from 9:00 a.m. to noon on April 22—city leaders, AmeriCorps and volunteers will restore parks, trails and shorelines ahead of the NFL Draft with only 325 volunteer spots available.
Uncle Tom's Candy Store in Ellison Bay will hold its second annual sale this coming weekend—March 21 and 22—with in-store hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and online discounts from 8 a.m. Friday to 11:59 p.m. Saturday; all profits will benefit House of Hope in Green Bay as the shop, which makes its candies by hand using century-old recipes, hopes to double last year's donation.
Jackson Vogel, an inmate at Green Bay Correctional Institution, is set for a trial on June 2 for the alleged killing of his cellmate, Micah Laureano, on Aug.
27 at the Allouez facility—Vogel pleaded not guilty and plans to use a mental disease defense.
The Green Bay Area Public School District Board of Education approved a five-year strategic plan that sets clear academic, student, and workforce goals along with a land swap agreement that transfers property near several elementary schools.
The board also reaffirmed its current mission and vision statements to guide student achievement.
Officials warn voters about false election materials as the April 1 election nears—misleading mailers include a postcard with the wrong date urging support for Judge Susan Crawford.
City officials and the Wisconsin Elections Commission said voters should check official sources and plan early for absentee ballots—ensuring ballots are returned by 8 p.m. on election day.
The Green Bay Phoenix women, as Horizon League champions, received a 12-seed in the Birmingham 1 regional of the NCAA women’s basketball tournament — they will face 5-seed Alabama in College Park, Maryland on Saturday.
Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love donated 1,300 pairs of Nike cleats to local youth sports teams through his Hands of 10ve Foundation as part of a promise to trade touchdowns for cleats last season.
He delivered the first batch on March 17 at U.S. Venture, Inc. in Appleton—teams include Appleton West High School’s baseball team and Franklin Middle School’s softball and soccer squads.
24th Annual Green Bay Chapter Banquet
The event features an evening of cocktails, dinner, and activities including raffles, auctions, and games at The Rock Garden in Green Bay.
Amelia Ford Concert
Enjoy a live performance by Amelia Ford at Cardinal’s Crest - Rooftop Bar in Green Bay, WI.
ComedyCity: Family Fun Show
Enjoy an all-ages improvisational comedy show featuring a variety of sketches and scenes based on audience suggestions, performed by a long-running local troupe.
Monster Jam: Live Truck Action and Stunt Show
Experience thrilling live performances featuring monster trucks, incredible stunts, and family-friendly entertainment.
Meadow's Messenger Painting
6-8:30 p.m. | Buzz Social | $38 | Paint and sip while enjoying food and drink at this creative event.
The Green Bay Beer Run 5k & .05k
10:00 AM — Badger State Brewing Company — Registration fee applies — Celebrate fitness and local craft beer in this fun run event.
Champions of Magic
2:30-11:30 p.m. | The Weidner | Tickets available | Experience an unmissable spectacular featuring world-class magicians captivating audiences in Green Bay.
Arilya Live Performance
7 PM - 1 AM — The Bar - Holmgren Way — Cost TBD — Enjoy an energetic pop duo covering hits from the 60s to today.
Los Caminantes Live Show
9 PM — Mi Pueblo Restaurant — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying music of Los Caminantes and more at a night to remember.
ComedyCity: Family Fun Show
6:30-8:00 p.m. — ComedyCity Theatre — $10 each — Enjoy an all-ages improvisational comedy show with family-friendly fun based on audience suggestions.
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