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Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Green Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ During NFL Draft week, NFL will host a range of community events in Green Bay from April 24-26 that include tree planting with the Oneida Nation at Amelia Cornelius Culture Park, an Earth Day cleanup at Bomier Boat Launch, and school programs in De Pere and Ashwaubenon. Other events will feature a Habitat for Humanity project with Clay Matthews and Lowe’s, a chalk talk with military service members, and a youth football clinic and Madden championship at Lambeau Field—efforts designed to support local residents and boost sustainability. Green Bay Press-Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ 18-year-old Rosemary Williams was charged Tuesday with felony murder and conspiracy to commit armed robbery in connection with the drug deal-related murder of Brandon Ramirez on Berner Street last August—she is the fifth suspect charged, faces a $100,000 cash bond, and will return to court on May 28. WNCY
- ➤ Rosemary Williams, 18, was charged Tuesday with felony murder and conspiracy to commit armed robbery for her alleged role in a drug deal linked to the 2024 killing on Berner Street that fatally shot Brandon Ramirez; she is set to return to court May 28 and faces a $100,000 cash bond pending an attorney assignment. FOX 11
- ➤ Tonia Piontek, 45, from Green Bay was charged with first-degree intentional homicide after stabbing her boyfriend on Smith Street on April 13 — she is held at Brown County Jail on $1 million bail. Green Bay Press-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Green Bay school district is asking alumni for nominations to its first Hall of Fame induction. The GBAPS Education Foundation requires nominees to be graduates from East, Preble, Southwest and West who finished school at least 20 years ago — nominations remain open until May 31 — and plans to notify inductees in July with the ceremony held in October. WTAQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Green Bay Police and Green Bay Metro Fire have acquired a new incident command vehicle built on a 2024 Freightliner M2 chassis with a 450 hp engine that will be stationed at Lambeau Field during the NFL Draft. The mobile command center features three rooms with four slide-outs, 12 workstations, triple-redundant internet and five external cameras—taxpayers saved half a million dollars by sharing the purchase. WTAQ
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Packers GM Brian Gutekunst said the team is still deciding whether to trade or keep longtime cornerback Jaire Alexander whose injuries and high cap cost have raised questions about his future. Uncertainty remains as the team signed Nate Hobbs to a four-year, $48 million deal—hinting at a shift in their defensive plans. FOX 11
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Spring Bird Walk
6:30 a.m. — Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary — Free entry — Explore the beauty of spring birds in a guided nature walk with the Bay Area Bird Club.
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Be Bowl'd Fundraiser for The Fridge
5-8 p.m. — The Tarlton Theatre — $20 per person — Enjoy warm soup and handcrafted bowls while supporting community food resources.
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