Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of May.
Good morning, Green Bay.
Badger Bash North will take over the Broadway District on Saturday, Sept.
5 (free entry) and host family-friendly activities like a football combine, marching band parade, and live music before the Badgers vs. Notre Dame game at Lambeau Field.
Memorial Day ceremonies to honor fallen U.S. military servicemembers will take place on May 25 across the Green Bay area.
Events feature parades, wreath layings, speeches, and musical tributes at locations like Heritage Hill State Historical Park, De Pere streets, and Admiral Flatley Park regardless of weather.
Astor Neighborhood Association announced a summer series at St. James Park.
Concerts and family gatherings will occur starting Tuesday, Jun. 16 with live music on Tuesday, Jul. 21 and Tuesday, Aug. 18 plus weekly popcorn nights from Wednesday, Jun. 17 through Aug. 19.
Downtown Green Bay will host Badger Bash North on Saturday, Sept.
5. The free event will offer activities including a football combine, live music and fireworks over the Fox River before the Wisconsin and Notre Dame game, with partners finalizing plans.
A meeting of creditors was held in federal bankruptcy court Monday as Newcap continues winding down its operations in Green Bay.
The nonprofit, which provided social services to the community, owes $4.03 million to 209 parties+ its first bankruptcy report is due Thursday.
The UW System awarded bachelor’s degrees to incarcerated students including 15 UW-Green Bay graduates on Monday (the first such milestone since 1975).
The Prison Education Initiative began in 2022 with a $5.7 million grant to improve post-release opportunities and reduce recidivism statewide.
The Green Bay City Council approved a conditional permit Tuesday for Safe Haven Hope Center to operate a transitional living home at 315 South Jefferson — the former Newcap site.
The facility will serve up to 19 residents and 26 people total and require a six-month status update from staff.
Bellevue village officials announced plans to install a porkchop configuration (allowing limited left-hand turns) that will let eastbound drivers turn from Landmark Blvd onto Costco Way after many have used the parking lot; final design and engineering are underway with cost estimates around $110,000.
The Packers season schedule is out and PMI Entertainment Group is hiring part-time staff at Lambeau Field for usher+ parking attendant+ message runner roles.
Applicants must be 18 or older and can apply online for featured game day positions.
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.
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?’.
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.
& 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.
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.
One Vision of Queen - Marc Martel
7:30-9 p.m. — Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying tribute to Queen with Marc Martel's stunning vocals reminiscent of Freddie Mercury.
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