Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of June.
Good morning, Green Bay.
Window Nation will donate more than 90 windows and doors to the Greater GB Habitat for Humanity ReStore, one of 27 sites receiving support nationwide.
The donation will help the store generate funds to build affordable homes in the local community.
Paul’s Pantry in Green Bay received 18 pallets of cucumbers on June 12 from a crashed semi truck when the scheduled recipient could not use them+ the pantry now distributes the produce at its grocery center and local food pantries.
Fridays on the Fox has returned to CityDeck with live music by Johnny Wad, food, and drinks.
Downtown Green Bay Inc. says the event brings locals together (six more shows are planned this summer except Fourth of July weekend).
Today, the Menominee Reservation hosts its first Two-Spirit Powwow at Woodland Bowl in Keshena to celebrate Indigenous heritage and honor late co-organizer Joseph Torres.
The powwow includes grand entries, a communal feast, and a Two-Spirit Elder panel at 5:30 p.m. (featuring Navajo drag queen Navi Ho and elder Maria Trevizo).
UW-Green Bay is expanding its graduate certificate programs to help working professionals gain online skills in high-demand fields — letting full-time employees boost their expertise without returning to full-time study.
Wisconsinites can soon pay for state park passes when renewing their vehicle registration online, at DMV offices, or at kiosks, as Gov. Tony Evers announced at Lake Kegonsa State Park on June 11.
The change will streamline the purchase process and provide steady revenue to support roads and parks.
At the Kroc Center, the first-ever Poling for Parkinson’s event provided walking poles to help participants improve balance and posture.
Proceeds will support training local instructors to offer year-round urban poling classes — a boost for those managing Parkinson’s.
Today, thousands will run the 10K Bellin Run in Green Bay as the event celebrates its 50th anniversary; among them, 20 local legends have raced every year since 1976 — a testament to their enduring commitment.
Registration remains open for new participants.
Yesterday, residents gathered at Titletown in Ashwaubenon to watch the US's World Cup opener against Paraguay — the event included a panel with former players like Mason Crosby and a youth soccer clinic.
The Bellin Run is celebrating its 50th anniversary today in Green Bay as 20 legends who have raced every year since 1976 join fellow runners — race packets are available Friday and the 10K begins at 8 a.m.
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.
Fire Over the Fox VIP Fireworks Seating
7:45-10:30 p.m. — Leicht Memorial Park — $12 — Secure a VIP chair for the largest fireworks spectacle in northeast Wisconsin.
Candlebox Live Concert
6:30-8:00 p.m. — EPIC Event Center — Tickets available — Experience the gritty sound and nostalgic hits of Candlebox, a defining band of the ’90s.
Uncle Kracker Concert
Evening — EPIC Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electric night with Uncle Kracker and special guests, The Wannabes.
Summer Camp Week at Josten Park
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Josten Park — Part of a package — Engaging summer camp activities for kids aged 6-12.
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