Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of May.
Good morning, Green Bay.
A Northeast Wisconsin researcher discovered a new species of mosasaur lizard in Texas that lived 80 million years ago, and a replica skull is now on display at the History Museum at the Castle—highlighting its unique double row of teeth.
On Wednesday, 330 high school students were honored at Lambeau Field for their academic excellence during the annual Best of the Class ceremony, where FOX 11 anchors and former Packers linebacker George Koonce promoted service and leadership (marking 26 years of the program).
CollegeReady Takes Center Stage celebrated first-generation students at The Weidner as they signed college letters of intent and prepared to attend UW-Green Bay, NWTC, and UW-Milwaukee.
The event honored middle and high school scholars for their academic achievement and determination.
ThedaCare welcomed its first cohort of residents in its new simulation lab (2,200 sqft) on May 26; the facility features three simulation rooms, a debrief room and a control center to train physicians, nurses and interprofessional care teams.
On Wednesday evening, the Packers hosted their Protect & Serve awards ceremony at Johnsonville Tailgate Village — east of Lambeau Field — to honor 12 law enforcement officers with a K9, school resource officer, and department award, each receiving a $2,000 grant for community work.
Residents in Wrightstown met with Cloverleaf Infrastructure on Tuesday, May 5 to express concerns over data center plans — citing potential health, environmental and transparency issues.
The developer noted it has not acquired land and encouraged the village to learn from nearby projects in Port Washington and Beaver Dam.
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.
Yoga with Kitties
9:30-10:30 a.m. — Safe Haven Pet Sanctuary — $15 — Enjoy a relaxing yoga class surrounded by adorable rescue cats while supporting a good cause.
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