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Green Bay
Thursday, April 16th, 2026
Good morning, Green Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Navy awarded Fincantieri Marinette Marine a ($30M) contract to begin work on a new Landing Ship Medium to transport marines, supplies, and equipment. Funding will be used for materials and industrial readiness, with construction expected to begin later this year. 94.3 Jack FM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Golden Apple Award teacher Joel Jarock has taught math at Pulaski High for 30 years while keeping class engaging by knowing his students (using chalk then iPad). Recipients will be honored on April 22 with broadcasts on CW 14 on April 23 and FOX 11 on April 25. FOX 11
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A sinkhole opened on a Suamico road near a small bridge after record flooding damaged roads and power lines; officials said repair work will start once floodwaters recede and barricades remain for safety. WBAY
- ➤ Community members in Shiocton are preparing for major flooding on the Wolf River this weekend after severe storms, as volunteers fill sandbags + the fire department orders over 40 tons of sand while New London also seeks extra help. WNCY
- ➤ After back-to-back storms, heavy rain pushed NEW Water to handle over five times its usual flow—flooding streets and overloading sanitary systems in Green Bay; Public Works advises residents to discharge sump pump water to outdoor storm drains to prevent basement backups. FOX 11
- ➤ Photos show that heavy storms on April 13 and 14 led to flooding of streets, parks & trails in the Green Bay area, including water-covered bridges on the East River Trail and inundated parking lots in Allouez. Green Bay Press-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Allouez will hold a special bulk pick-up on April 22 for homes affected by flooding north of Highway 172, east of Libal Street, and south of St. Joseph Street. Residents must place allowed bulky items behind the curb by 6 a.m. following village guidelines. WNCY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Packers contest invites fans to vote for a photo that will be featured at Lambeau Field during a 2026 regular season game (voting is open until April 29 with each vote entering a drawing for tickets and travel). WTAQ
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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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Spring City Bird Walk
6:30 a.m. — Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary — Free entry — Explore local birdlife with guided walks from the Bay Area Bird Club.
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EPIC Green Bay Marathon featuring Luke Combs
1:00 – 6:50 PM — Lambeau Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an exciting marathon event along with performances by country superstar Luke Combs.
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