Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 30th of June.
Good morning, Green Bay.
The Abbey — closing its De Pere bar after 52 years — has donated kitchen items including canned goods, silverware and more to Freedom House in Green Bay to help prepare meals for up to 16 local families.
Families can join the Fire Over the Fox festival at 3 p.m. Saturday along the Ray Nitschke Bridge with live music, a market, food trucks and a kids’ zone before fireworks light downtown at 9:45 p.m. VIP seating (plastic chairs, $12) is available at Leicht Park for On Broadway Inc.
UW-Green Bay's Lifelong Learning Institute will mark 35 years with a free introductory event tomorrow at 10 a.m. in Fort Howard Hall at The Weidner (previewing its dynamic 2026-2027 course lineup and an exclusive membership discount).
Green Bay continues to feel the heat as temperatures exceed 90° with heat indexes topping 100° on June 29-30.
Local residents use splash pads at Fisk Park, CityDeck, and Resch Aquatic Center to beat the heat.
WPS advises residents to save energy as an extreme heat warning remains in effect from noon Monday until 7 p.m. Tuesday; customers can lower bills by closing shades and adjusting thermostats while power plants stay ready — easing the strain on cooling systems.
City officials report that work continues at Algoma Harbor as part of a $15 million federally funded project to rebuild the north break wall & restore the iconic pierhead lighthouse, which was removed June 9 and is slated for repainting and reinstallation by September.
Mariners are advised to be cautious with the temporary navigation light in place.
The Salvation Army has opened a cooling center at its Corps Community Center on Union Court for residents facing dangerous heat during summer — it operates Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. when temperatures hit 90 degrees or higher.
Local health officials urge residents to take precautions in rising temperatures to prevent heat-related illnesses, especially among children, older adults, pregnant women, and those with chronic conditions.
They advise avoiding outdoor activity during peak heat, staying hydrated, and checking on vulnerable neighbors (seeking cool public spaces if needed).
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.
Dino Days Camp
9 AM – 3 PM — The Children's Museum of Green Bay — $120 Members, $140 Non-Members — Explore the prehistoric world with fun hands-on activities for kids.
Get The Led Out - A Tribute to Led Zeppelin
Evening show — Meyer Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the epic sound of Led Zeppelin live with Get The Led Out.
Dino Days Camp
9 AM - 3 PM — The Children's Museum of Green Bay — $120-$140 — Explore the wonders of dinosaurs through hands-on activities for kids ages 5-10.
Dino Days Camp
9 AM - 3 PM — The Children's Museum of Green Bay — $120 for full members, $140 for non-members — Engage in hands-on activities and exhibit play exploring the world of dinosaurs.
Bay Beach Lego Festival
10 a.m.-5 p.m. — Bay Beach Amusement Park — $1 Admission / $5 Contest Entry — Discover a vast array of Lego creations and participate in fun contests for all ages.
Craft & Create Camp
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — The Children's Museum of Green Bay — $120 Members / $140 Non-Members — A fun-filled summer camp for kids ages 5-10 with hands-on activities and creative play.
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