Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of March.
Good morning, Green Bay.
Safe Haven Pet Sanctuary plans to take over Newcap's building on Jefferson Street to launch Safe Haven Hope Center as a homeless shelter pending city approval; the facility will offer 6 to 12 months of housing plus cat rehabilitation volunteer work to support residents in securing permanent housing.
On Friday, March 20, the Suamico Fire Department rescued a 3-year-old Labrador named Mitsy after she fell through the ice about 100 feet from shore near the Bay of Green Bay at Sensiba Wildlife Refuge and reunited her with her owner after EMS evaluated her (WTAQ-WLUK).
UW‑Green Bay Piano Day 2026 will bring young musicians, families and music lovers together March 27–28 at Fort Howard Hall in The Weidner, featuring a guest recital by Michael Gurt on Friday and student performances on Saturday with masterclasses and workshops to support emerging talent.
Four candidates for three school board seats met on March 18 to discuss budget pressures, teacher retention, and potential office cuts.
They pledged to keep all four traditional high schools open while working to strengthen community trust in local education.
Work has begun on I-41 between Appleton and De Pere for the 2026 construction season, with closures on WIS 96 and WIS 47 ramps and select overpasses planned through fall to improve safety by adding an extra lane by 2030.
The Brown County Library is set to add a café and new resource center while plans to demolish a former bank for 54 parking spaces are also under review.
The Plan Commission will examine the proposals at 6 p.m. Monday in room 604 of City Hall (100 N. Jefferson Street).
Plans for an addition to house a café and the Aging and Disability Resource Center at the Brown County Library and for razing a former bank to add 54 parking spaces will be reviewed by a city panel at 6 p.m. Monday at room 604, City Hall.
The Packers will hold job fairs on Mar.
24 and Mar. 31 at Johnsonville Tailgate Village to recruit guest services, security, and gameday staff for events at Lambeau Field including a Luke Combs concert and a Notre Dame-Wisconsin game. Applicants must be 16+ and can also apply online.
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.
P81 Patrullando Concert with Sierra Authority
9 p.m. — Mi Pueblo Restaurant — Ticket purchase required — Experience the electrifying Latin vibes of live music in an unforgettable concert night.
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban™ In Concert
Evening event — Cofrin Center for Biodiversity — Ticket prices TBA — Experience the enchanting music of the Wizarding World with a live orchestral performance.
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