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Wednesday, May 6th, 2026
Good morning, Green Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Green Bay Botanical Garden features over 350,000 spring blooms in its largest floral display across 47 acres. The garden will host Moms & Mimosas on Sunday, May 10, offering free admission for moms and local vendors with food trucks and activities from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. WBAY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Luke Combs will perform at Lambeau Field on Friday, May 15 and Saturday, May 16 while exclusive merchandise is available now at the Packers Pro Shop and parking opens at 2:45 p.m. on both days for fans. FOX 11
- ➤ Theory of a Deadman and Sevendust will rock Epic Event Center on Sunday, Aug. 16 as part of The Dead/Seven Tour (ticket sales begin Friday at 10 a.m.). FOX 11
- ➤ Filmmaker Kevin Smith will share Jay and Silent Bob stories at the Meyer Theatre on Wednesday, Sept. 16 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets range from $46.75 to $71 and go on sale Friday, May 8 (by phone and online). FOX 11
- ➤ The Children's Museum of Green Bay is considering a move to the downtown Neville Public Museum as county and city officials explore partnerships and plan to hire new leadership. A city council resolution scheduled for a Tuesday night vote seeks to boost tourism & support the museum's role for families. 94.3 Jack FM
- ➤ The Children’s Museum of Green Bay is considering a move to the Neville Public Museum following Brown County discussions on partnerships and a city council resolution voted on Tuesday that urged immediate action before hiring a new director — local leaders say the change could boost downtown tourism. WNCY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ De Pere’s school board appointed Foxview Intermediate School principal Andy Bradford as interim superintendent after Christopher Thompson stepped down for health reasons last month; the board set no end date for Bradford’s service. FOX 11
- ➤ UW-Green Bay will hold its spring commencement on Saturday, May 16 at the Kress Events Center as over 1,050 students cross the stage; Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry CEO Sachin Shivaram will speak at 9:30 a.m. and former Taco Bell CEO Mark King at 2 p.m. UW-Green Bay
- ➤ Pulaski High School students won the Culinary Showdown Monday night at Rock Garden in Howard, beating Preble with a cream cheese wonton appetizer; ten teams from each school prepared hot and cold dishes as 300 locals sampled the offerings at the fundraiser. FOX 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Two judges and a public defender in Northeast Wisconsin were honored by the State Bar for legal contributions. Judge Thomas Walsh received a lawyer writing award, District Court Judge William Griesbach got a Lifetime Jurist Award, and attorney Alaina Fahley was recognized for her work helping children + families. 94.3 Jack FM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UW-Madison dairy experts warn that raw milk cannot be guaranteed safe due to potential germs, and pasteurization keeps milk healthy with minimal nutrient loss. Legislators in nearby states are considering laws for unpasteurized milk, while Wisconsin dairy farms follow strict safety rules to protect public health. WBAY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ MaKynna Lesinski from Stevens Point won the Packers 'Fan Favorite Contest' and her photo with her sister will be displayed around Lambeau Field during an upcoming home game in 2026, with her and a guest set to receive tickets to attend. WBAY
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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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Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood Live Show
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — Tickets vary — Enjoy an unforgettable night of laughter with stars from ‘Whose Line is it Anyway?’.
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MeatFest
10 a.m. — Resch Center — VIP entry available — Explore countless food samples while enjoying live music and cooking demos at this fun food festival.
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& Juliet Musical
& Juliet — 7:30 – 10:30 PM — Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — Check ticket prices — A hilarious musical reimagining of Juliet's story with a modern twist and catchy pop anthems.
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