Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of July.
Good morning, Green Bay.
The Green Bay Packers are accepting 500-word essays for Operation Fan Mail’s 20th season to honor military families with active duty or veteran members.
Essays can be sent by mail or online, and selected families will receive four game tickets at Lambeau Field.
After a June 24 storm collapsed its roof, Safe Haven Pet Sanctuary has moved to a temporary home in the school wing at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church — the space features a cat wing, event area, commercial kitchen, and parking as the group raises funds for a permanent location.
Brickstead Dairy owner Dan Brick said his 600 acres of corn, planted in May to feed over 1,000 cows, grew nearly chest-high by early July south of Greenleaf; agronomist Brent Petersen noted steady rains in July and August remain critical (even as hot days boost growth but risk storms).
The Brown County Public Library launched ABC Conmigo | ABC With Me Tuesday to boost child literacy during summer as local groups like Casa Alba Melanie + Achieve Brown County place alphabet signs in community spaces, supported by a $3,300 private donation.
Two respected business leaders, Ron Dunford and Cheryl Conley, will teach a fall leadership course called 'Leadership That Matters: From Vision to Impact' at UW-Green Bay, where professionals will build decision-making, strategy, and execution skills in monthly sessions at Schreiber Foods.
Salvation Army of Greater Green Bay provides school supplies and backpacks for Brown County children; registration for its One Stop School Shop is open until July 17 and donation boxes start Monday, July 13 at the Kroc Center (1315 Lime Kiln Rd) and Salvation Army (626 Union Court).
Following Wednesday's heavy rain, parts of De Pere High School remain closed due to flooding while the office and gym stay open, and officials urge families to avoid the campus unless necessary.
Retired couple Jeff and Patty Landin from Green Bay set out to visit 30 MLB ballparks before the year ends.
They planned their route around the Brewers’ schedule, starting at American Family Field and now finishing a Midwest circuit before heading southwest — a journey that shows baseball unites fans.
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.
Craft & Create Camp
9 AM - 3 PM — The Children's Museum of Green Bay — $120 Members / $140 Non-Members — Encourage creativity with hands-on activities for kids aged 5-10 at this fun summer camp.
Craft & Create Camp
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — The Children's Museum of Green Bay — $120 for members, $140 for non-members — A hands-on summer camp for kids ages 5-10 to unleash their creativity.
Packers 5K Run with myTEAM TRIUMPH
Event Time Not Specified — Lambeau Field — Check website for details — Experience a 5K run promoting inclusion with ANGELS guiding individuals with disabilities to the finish line.
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