Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of July.
Good morning, Green Bay.
Today's Farmer's Market on Broadway may be disrupted by severe weather, after last week's high winds, rain and hail, and planners will decide before (10 a.m.) if the event should be canceled to protect vendors and attendees.
Titletown Brewing Co. hosted a fundraiser Monday evening at its Broadway District brewery — donating $1 per beer sold to assist Safe Haven Pet Sanctuary after a building was condemned following a roof collapse that displaced its cats.
Volunteers fostered the animals as the sanctuary seeks a new facility.
A Door County sergeant, deputy and civilian bystander saved a driver who suffered a medical emergency on State Highway 42 Monday; the man was taken by ambulance to a local medical center and later moved to a Green Bay facility for further care.
Last week, University officials presented Shannon Alberts of Security-Luebke Roofing with the Regents Business Partnership Award to honor his firm’s support and collaboration with UW-Green Bay.
The company, founded in 1934 and rebuilt after a near closure in 2013, now employs 85 people.
Historical markers now honor four Native American Revolutionary War veterans buried in the area.
Chief Wakadale-yon-duh-law (Capt. James Powlis) is memorialized on the Oneida Nation reservation in Hobart, while Capt. Hendrick Aupaumut and Jacob Konkapot Jr. are recognized in Kaukauna, with Shawuskukhkung commemorated in Stockbridge.
Shoppers in Wisconsin face higher cookout prices today as ground beef jumped 23.3% to $7.30 per pound, pushing the Fourth of July meal cost to $75.50 for 10 people (state survey), while inflation-adjusted prices remain nearly flat from last year.
Child Care Counts funding expired Tuesday, leaving child care centers scrambling to cover costs and retain staff.
One in four providers risk cutting services as lawmakers push for solutions to keep quality care available.
Local school districts offer free summer meals for children 18 and under at dozens of sites including schools + parks from today through Aug.
14. Some locations let adults purchase meals at $3.25 for breakfast and $5.75 for lunch.
Bald eagles are nesting in Brown County as experts report the birds have reused a large cottonwood nest at Barkhausen Waterfowl Preserve in Suamico for a second season, while conservation efforts have helped increase sightings statewide (including nests at Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary and De Pere’s fairgrounds).
A settlement with three egg producers leads to the donation of 2 million eggs to local food banks and community groups today, part of a deal following an investigation into alleged price fixing—Attorney General Josh Kaul said the move aims to help those affected by high egg prices.
Starting today, Medicaid recipients who give birth are covered for 12 months postpartum.
State officials and health groups say the extended coverage should improve maternal care and lower infant mortality.
A heatwave forces residents to seek relief today at local venues; many cool off at the Resch Aquatic Center and a renovated Bay Beach Pavilion cooling center, which will remain open until conditions improve (officials urge everyone to stay hydrated to avoid heat-related illness).
Leaders are operating temporary cooling centers this week as extreme heat endangers residents.
In Green Bay, the Salvation Army at 626 Union Court is open Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; other centers across Northeast Wisconsin offer varied hours, so call ahead if necessary.
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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