Monday, May 5th, 2025

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Good morning, Green Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ WTAQ staff won five first-place awards at the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Gala in Madison on May 3rd. The Morning News with Matt and Rob was named Best Medium Market Morning Show—Rachel Charniak’s investigative piece on Green Bay Correctional Institution and Agricultural Director Joanna Guza’s work in online media were also honored. WNCY
- ➤ NWTC hosted its 37th annual Auto Club car show Sunday, May 4th at its campus in Green Bay. Students refurbished a Toyota Sienna van donated to Awaken to help survivors of sex trafficking — and a raffle raised funds to support newer automotive training. FOX 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former Brown County executive and sheriff Tom Hinz died at home on May 3 at age 83—he was surrounded by family. He served as a Green Bay police officer from 1966 to 1996—later he led the sheriff’s department and served as county executive until 2011 while also founding a program for veterans. 94.3 Jack FM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ De Pere resident Nicole Abendroth lost her triplet Jack in 2020 and saw her two other premature boys spend many months in intensive care; she will join a March of Dimes walk in Madison tomorrow to help raise funds for maternal and infant care—her way of honoring Jack. This event aims to support better outcomes for moms and babies. Green Bay Press-Gazette
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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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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.
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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.
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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!
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Grown Ups' Night Out
No kids allowed for a fun-filled evening of socializing and relaxing with other adults. We will have a mini tattoos pop-up by The Hive Aesthetics, Clay Jewelry Bar by Della Jewelry, clothing and craft venders, along with board games and food and fun.
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ComedyCity: After Dark
6:30-8 p.m. — ComedyCity Theatre — $10 each — Experience high-energy, family-friendly improv comedy inspired by audience suggestions.
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Grassroots in the Garden: Growing Community
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Frank B Seymour Park — Free entry — Kick off the spring with garden skills and community bonding in the food forest.
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ComedyCity: After Dark
6:30 – 8:00 PM — ComedyCity Theatre — $10 each — Experience high-energy, family-friendly improv comedy with something for everyone.
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Live Music with THAT GUY
3:30-7 p.m. — Anduzzi's Sports Club - Green Bay East — Free entry — Enjoy live tunes by THAT GUY while you relax and unwind at this local venue.
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