Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of April.
Good morning, Green Bay.
🏘️ Community
On Newsmaker Sunday, Tom Zalaski interviewed Brown County United Way President and CEO Robyn Davis and COO Rashad Cobb about the organization’s 100 years of work assisting local residents in northeast Wisconsin.
Their conversation reviewed the group’s century-long impact in the community.
🎓 Education
Several school districts in Green Bay will adjust their schedules during NFL draft week for safety near Lambeau Field—Green Bay schools will be off April 23–25 while some districts release early and Brown County schools will hold classes.
📰 Finance
A guide by Way.com shows that Green Bay is the cheapest city for car insurance in Wisconsin at $102 a month — AAA offers the lowest rates with liability at $20 a month and full coverage at $47 a month.
🏛️ Government
WisDOT will hold a public meeting on April 9th from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Tundra Lodge—865 Lombardi Ave—to gather input on the $11 million Ashland Avenue viaduct reconstruction slated to start in 2031 as officials address the bridge’s deterioration and lack of bike and pedestrian access. Residents, motorists and business owners are invited to share their views which will help shape the project’s development.
Before the NFL Draft on April 2, crews in Green Bay and Ashwaubenon flushed sewer pipes and inspected them to prepare for 250,000 fans—officials say this work helped prevent overflow.
They plan more intense cleaning in the draft campus area next week to ensure the system handles waste effectively.
🏥 Health
Federal health officials announced a recall of 22,672 pounds of Johnsonville cheddar bratwurst sold in 10 states including Wisconsin after two complaints of hard plastic were received.
The recalled products—produced on Feb. 5—are advised to be discarded or returned with no injuries reported.
🎉 Green Bay Events
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Green Bay Princess Day
10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. — Hyatt Regency Green Bay — Tickets required — Experience magical performances and interactive activities with beloved princesses.
The Great Bunny Train
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — National Railroad Museum — $20-$27 — Enjoy a vintage train ride and fun activities with the Easter Bunny at this family-friendly event.
Deadhead: A Grateful Dead Tribute
7-10 p.m. — The Tarlton Theatre — $20 per seat — Celebrate the music of the Grateful Dead with local bands at a historic venue.
ComedyCity: Family Fun Show
6:30-8:00 p.m. — ComedyCity Theatre — $10 tickets — Enjoy high-energy, family-friendly improv comedy based on audience suggestions.
2025 NFL Draft Parking Availability
10 AM – 11 PM — Green Bay Distillery — Parking options available — Limited spots for general admission, VIP, and RV parking for the NFL Draft.
Taste Of The Draft 2025
4-8 p.m. — Schreiber Foods — Support a great cause — Enjoy an evening with the Green Bay Packers to help end student hunger in Wisconsin.
Live Music with The Cougars
2-6 p.m. — Kroll's West — Free entry — Enjoy a lively performance by The Cougars in a local favorite venue.
2025 NFL Draft Daily Parking
3:00 PM – 4:30 AM — Green Bay Moose Lodge — Paid parking — Enjoy convenient in-and-out parking just half a mile from the draft location.
ComedyCity: Family Improv Show
6:30-8:00 p.m. — ComedyCity Theatre — $10 tickets — Enjoy high-energy, family-friendly improv comedy inspired by audience suggestions.
ComedyCity: After Dark
6:30–8:00 p.m. — ComedyCity Theatre — $10 tickets — Enjoy an all-ages improvisational comedy show where the audience's suggestions fuel the fun.
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