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Saturday, April 11th, 2026
Good morning, Green Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Docks are being installed at Brown County parks—H.J. DeBaker Eagles Nest, Lily Lake and Neil L. LaFave Suamico Boat Launch—while work at Cecil Depeau Bay Shore awaits warmer weather; boaters must now purchase a new $6 daily permit at automatic pay stations. FOX 11
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The interactive sculpture — shaped like a boat to honor the city's papermaking roots — was unveiled April 10 along the Fox River in downtown Green Bay and features swings open to the public. 94.3 Jack FM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ West De Pere principal Russ Gerke was named Wisconsin's 2026 High School Teacher of the Year at a ceremony held at his school today—his long service earned him statewide recognition. Green Bay Press-Gazette
- ➤ After voters approved referendums to secure $147M for renovations and $7M per year for operations — the Howard-Suamico School District is planning major upgrades including a new career and technical education wing at Bay Port High School, with construction set to begin late September or early October. Green Bay Press-Gazette
- ➤ Dr. Russ Gerke of West De Pere High School was surprised Friday when he was named Wisconsin High School Principal of the Year as part of the Herb Kohl Educational Foundation program—recognizing his leadership in creating quality learning opportunities for students and staff. NBC 26
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds of fish were found dead at North Bay Shore County Park in Oconto County on Apr. 9 after water levels dropped rapidly, with strong west winds pushing water into Green Bay as a likely cause. The DNR noted low oxygen levels and similar events in 2020. WTAQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Act 247, signed by Gov. Tony Evers on Thursday, Apr. 9, legalizes online sports betting for tribal lands under a hub-and-spoke model. The Oneida Nation supports the law to boost local economic growth while keeping betting revenues in Wisconsin. FOX 11
- ➤ The Parks Department plans a $7 fee on 69 parking spots at Bay Beach to raise $30,000 to $40,000 for park repairs, with most stalls free. A committee will discuss the fee and naming of a train station M&D Depot Wednesday at 5 p.m. in room 207 at City Hall. 94.3 Jack FM
- ➤ Green Bay Parks Department proposes a $7 fee for 69 premier parking spots at Bay Beach to generate $30,000-$40,000 yearly for park repairs. The plan will be reviewed at 5 p.m. Wednesday in City Hall room 207, and a new train station named M&D Depot will honor a major donor. FOX 11
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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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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.
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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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Cherry Pie Rocks Bulldogs
7 PM — Bulldogs — $10 cover charge — Come enjoy a night of rock music at the remodeled Bulldogs Bar in Green Bay.
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WHEDA Development Training Program
8 AM-5 PM — Hilton Garden Inn Green Bay — Registration required — Learn about affordable housing development and enhance your career opportunities.
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Josiah Queen Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — EPIC Event Center — Tickets from $124 — Don't miss this chance to enjoy live music with Josiah Queen in Green Bay.
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Spring City Bird Walk
6:30 a.m. — Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary — Free entry — Enjoy a morning of birdwatching amidst the beauty of nature with the Bay Area Bird Club.
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Spring City Bird Walk
6:30 a.m. — Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary — Free entry — Explore the beauty of local birdlife at this guided nature walk with the Bay Area Bird Club.
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