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Green Bay
Friday, May 8th, 2026
Good morning, Green Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Cell.Plus announced it will permanently close all Wisconsin stores by July 31 (affecting 66 employees statewide), including the Suamico store at 2304 Lineville Road, after its agent operating agreement was not renewed. Green Bay Press-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Brown County History Days offers a week of free programs from May 10 to 16 at venues including the Neville Public Museum and Packers Hall of Fame for residents to explore local heritage. FOX 11
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and other UW campuses are dealing with a nationwide Canvas outage that is disrupting final exam and assignment processes. UW-Madison students may face exam changes today if access is not restored, while UWGB finals are set to begin on May 11. Green Bay Press-Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ DNR officials reported that sturgeon spawned at Peshtigo Dam on Thursday (on the Peshtigo River) and groups were seen spawning below De Pere Dam on the lower Fox River, while none were observed at other local dams. FOX 11
- ➤ Heavy rain, snow and flooding have closed the Port of Green Bay until May 15 (officials reported fast water flowing from Lake Winnebago after dam gates were opened), which has raised concerns over spring stockpiles. WNCY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Counties in Northeast WI are adjusting budgets as rising gas prices force Winnebago to cut non-essential fuel use — while Outagamie plans to tap its contingency fund to protect planned maintenance and construction projects for next year. Officials warned higher fuel costs could impact future budgets. 94.3 Jack FM
- ➤ Brown County officials announced Thursday they reached a 60 year lease agreement with C. Reiss Terminals to relocate coal piles from near Mason Street to the former Pulliam Power Plant site (located at the Fox River mouth) in downtown. WHBY
- ➤ The Port of Green Bay remains closed to shipping until May 15 due to fast currents and high water levels on the Fox River caused by heavy rain and snowmelt, and the Army Corps of Engineers says it is not safe for ships to navigate and dock. WBAY
- ➤ Brown County reached a 60-year lease with C. Reiss Terminals to host salt operations at part of the former Pulliam Plant site, which will help move coal piles from downtown Mason Street riverfront to Fox River Terminal. County officials plan further redevelopment to boost regional growth. 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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Corvettes of the Bay Car Show
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — 225 E Walnut St, Green Bay, WI — Admission details to be confirmed — Enthusiasts gather to showcase and appreciate classic Corvettes.
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