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Green Bay
Tuesday, April 28th, 2026
Good morning, Green Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The NEW Zoo and Adventure Park held its first Bring Your Dog to the Zoo event Monday evening (3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.) giving local dog lovers a safe outing with special guidelines and a small gift at entry. WBAY
- ➤ Today, Lombardi Avenue is closed from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. for railroad crossing repairs on Ashland Avenue while Webster Avenue is closed from 7 a.m. today to 7 a.m. tomorrow for water line installation. A public meeting on the Lawrence intersection reconstruction is set for Wednesday at Town Hall. NBC 26
- ➤ Green Bay’s Shipyard District unveiled new benches and bins along South Broadway from the 700-block to the 1300-block on Sunday, April 26. The improvements, funded by American Rescue Plan Act funds allocated in 2022 and shaped during 2025 public workshops, were dedicated to former business owner Jim Piontek. 94.3 Jack FM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UW‑Green Bay will host the Academic Excellence Symposium tomorrow, April 29 from 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m. at the Cofrin Library’s third floor, where attendees can view student projects addressing healthcare, sustainability, and workforce challenges. UW-Green Bay
- ➤ Manohar Singh was inaugurated as chancellor of UW-Oshkosh on Friday, Apr. 24. He replaced Andrew Leavitt and spoke about his journey from a first-generation college graduate to a leader in higher education after holding roles at several universities. WTAQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Most federal housing grants for Newcap have been transferred to other agencies; however, one grant affecting 17 families across several counties remains unrenewed — the state agency has contacted HUD for clarification — and further details are expected. WTAQ
- ➤ S. Grandview Road between Courier Road and Catalina Drive remains closed due to a bridge issue after recent heavy rain — engineers are assessing damage to decide on repairs. Officials do not have a reopening timeline and advise drivers to use alternate routes. 94.3 Jack FM
- ➤ A state agency confirmed nearly all federal housing grants planned for Newcap have transferred except one affecting 17 families, and it has reached out to HUD for an update. Newcap ceased operations amid allegations of misuse and filed for bankruptcy, risking homelessness for many before agencies stepped in. 94.3 Jack FM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ D-BAT Green Bay opened its 13,700 sqft indoor baseball and softball facility at 3525 Layden Drive in Ashwaubenon to offer year-round training with six batting cages, four machine-operated cages and other amenities — construction ended earlier this month despite supply chain delays. FOX 11
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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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Harmonies for Hope - Civic Symphony of Green Bay
1-5 p.m. — The Weidner — $27 – $49 — Experience an uplifting concert with stirring works that celebrate resilience and the power of music to unite and heal.
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Pretty in Pink Painting Event
6-8:30 p.m. — Buzz Social — $38 — Enjoy a creative evening of painting while socializing and indulging in food and drinks.
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