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Good morning, Green Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of April.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Green Bay officials began road closures near Lambeau Field as NFL Draft preparations intensified with hundreds of thousands expected later this week — additional closures will occur on Wednesday to manage the event, and local services including airports and businesses are making adjustments accordingly.  FOX 11
  • Green Bay and Appleton were named among the top 100 places to live in the US in 2025 by Livability, which praised strong community bonds, affordable housing, and local amenities — factors that add excitement as the NFL Draft approaches. Officials say the recognition highlights what makes the region a great place for both residents and visitors.  WeAreGreenBay.com
  • Green Bay families who rely on school meals got help during the NFL Draft as classes were canceled and food services were disrupted—Molina Healthcare, the Greater Green Bay YMCA, and community partners held a food distribution at Howe Elementary to assist over 100 families. Rising food insecurity from inflation has prompted local groups to ensure children receive essential meals during the school break.  FOX 11

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Green Bay unveiled its first battery electric bus on Monday ahead of the NFL Draft and it went into service on the route from downtown to Titletown. The bus, made by Gillig, is part of a clean energy plan that will add three buses in 2026 and two in 2027 with federal and state grant support.  94.3 Jack FM

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • On Monday, Livability.com’s study ranked Green Bay, Appleton and Madison among the top 100 best places to live in the US—using a detailed algorithm that focused on economy, housing and quality of life factors.  FOX 11

SPORTS NEWS

  • Green Bay officials and local public safety teams are preparing to host the 2025 NFL Draft from April 24 to 26 with backup plans for bad weather and extended bus service amid forecasts of rain on April 24 and 25. NFL and local leaders said the event will welcome tens of thousands of visitors and urged people to use official channels for parking and security details — measures are in place to ward off scams.  Green Bay Press-Gazette

EVENTS

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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.

    Wed, 4/23/25

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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.

    Thu, 4/24/25

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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.

    Fri, 4/25/25

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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.

    Sat, 4/26/25

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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.

    Sat, 5/3/25

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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.

    Wed, 5/7/25

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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.

    Thu, 5/8/25

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  • Nate Bargatze Live in Green Bay

    7:00 p.m. — Resch Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hilarious storytelling of Nate Bargatze in a lively atmosphere.

    Sat, 5/10/25

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  • Spring Bird Walk

    6:30 a.m. — Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary — Free entry — Explore the beauty of local birdlife with expert guidance from the Bay Area Bird Club.

    Wed, 5/14/25

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  • 37th Annual Volunteer Center of Brown County Volunteer Awards presented by Wisconsin Public Service Foundation - Registration!

    The 37th annual Volunteer Awards is coming up! Sign up today, registration ends this Friday!

    Thu, 5/15/25

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