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Monday, June 16th, 2025
Good morning, Green Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The village of Denmark will soon launch major improvements to its parks after community surveys shaped plans that include changes to War Memorial Park, Highridge Park, and a new space called Denmark Square near downtown. War Memorial Park will transform its kiddie pool into a splashpad and add an ADA-inclusive playground while Highridge Park will gain six new pickleball courts and a playground as a local Boy Scout troop helps clear trails and the village seeks grants for funding. WNCY
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police say a 43-year-old man was shot on Green Bay’s west side early Saturday morning after a verbal dispute outside a residence—authorities are searching for a suspect described as a black male with dreads in all-black clothing who fled the scene on foot. WTAQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The village of Denmark will soon begin a major overhaul of its park system as officials plan safety upgrades at War Memorial Park including a new splash pad, ADA compliant play area, relocated basketball court and concession stand while Highridge Park will add pickleball courts and a playground and Denmark Square will feature an amphitheater and walking trail. A local Boy Scout troop will help expand a cohesive trail system—village leaders are seeking grants and funding before starting the work. FOX 11
- ➤ Legislators approved a tax plan on June 12 that shields the first $24,000 of retirement income for individuals aged 67 and older for full-time residents — non-residents cannot claim the exemption and part-time residents get credit only for income earned in Wisconsin. The GOP proposal also increases the maximum adoption expense deduction from $5,000 to $15,000 and will move to the Assembly, Senate and Governor Tony Evers for final approval. Green Bay Press-Gazette
- ➤ Mayor Eric Genrich joined Tom Zalaski on Newsmaker Sunday—he recapped the NFL Draft from April and discussed summer events for Green Bay—and the program airs every Sunday at 7:30 a.m. WeAreGreenBay.com
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Senie Hunt Trio Live at Lil Jamaica
6-9 p.m. — Lil Jamaica Bar and Grill — Free entry — Experience masterful guitar in a vibrant live music setting with the Senie Hunt Trio.
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ComedyCity: After Dark
8:35-10:05 p.m. — ComedyCity Theatre — Ticketed event — Enjoy an improvisational show full of daring humor and audience participation.
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WELS National Education Conference
June 23-25 — KI Convention Center — Registration opens January 2025 — Explore the theme 'Now You Are' and enhance school culture with insights from expert speakers.
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Green Bay Kids' Day
10 a.m.-6 p.m. — Bay Beach Amusement Park — Free entry with wristband — Celebrate youth with free activities, meals, and fun throughout the city.
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Senie Hunt Trio Performance
6 PM - 12 AM — Hagemeister Park — Free entry — Experience an eclectic mix of musical influences from Hendrix to Marley.
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E'NUFF SAID Live Performance
7:30-11 p.m. — Anduzzi's Sports Club - Howard — Cost not specified — Experience an energetic live performance by E'NUFF SAID in a vibrant sports club atmosphere.
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E'NUFF SAID Live Performance
7:30-11:00 p.m. — Anduzzi's Sports Club — Cost not specified — Enjoy an energetic live performance by E'NUFF SAID in Green Bay, WI.
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2025 Kitsune Kon
All day — KI Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate anime and gaming culture with panels, gaming, and a manga café.
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