Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of July.
Good morning, Green Bay.
The City of Green Bay said a review found that a $10,250 tourism grant for the Hmong New Year Celebration was used as intended, even as coalition organizers remain divided over fund allocation; plans continue for the next celebration on Oct.
10 and 11.
The YWCA Greater Green Bay held a ribbon cutting for its new rooftop Marguerite Kress Terrace Childcare Playground, featuring fresh turf, a tunnel, and an airplane seesaw, on Wednesday, July 22.
The update, funded by Green Bay Packaging and the George Kress Foundation, supports its early childcare program.
The Depot restaurant in Green Bay, once a train station (1899) now under new ownership, serves updated dishes including beer cheese soup, wild mushroom flatbread, and BBQ ribs with fries.
Photos taken on July 14 highlight its modern look while nodding to its historic roots.
The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay will launch the first reduced credit bachelor's degree in computer science in the UW system for fall 2026.
The program (100 credit track) is aimed at students seeking a faster route to workforce readiness.
St. Norbert College in De Pere is introducing four new academic majors, including Applied Artificial Intelligence, Nutrition, Business Analytics, and Data Science, this fall to boost enrollment and financial stability after recent layoffs and program cuts.
The new programs aim to prepare students for in-demand careers.
Former Kennedy Elementary students collected memento bricks from the demolition that began last week, and they will attend new Starr Elementary next door this fall.
The farewell honors the legacy of a school that opened in the 1960s.
Unpredictable weather has left corn fields in Wisconsin varying from heavy spring flooding that delayed planting to emerging drought conditions, and farmers remain hopeful as near-normal subsurface moisture + short-term forecasts support pollination efforts despite potential heat and dryness.
A $200,000 state grant will fund local partners to attract out-of-state healthcare workers for Brown County jobs, aiming to boost three areas (mental health, safe homes, and healthcare access).
Heroes for Healthcare, Emplify Health by Bellin, and Aurora Health Care will use the funds.
State health officials report that residents have submitted 33 lone star ticks this year, compared to six in 2025, raising concerns about red meat allergies linked to alpha-gal syndrome.
The department plans to expand tick drag tracking to monitor the situation better.
Former Packers tight end Jimmy Graham piloted the 2.5 millionth flight for the Young Eagles program at AirVenture in Oshkosh on July 22 with 10-year-old Hazel Schaefer.
The 10-minute flight marked a milestone in a program that has introduced kids to aviation since 1992.
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.
Cordell Winter Concert
3:30 – 9:30 PM — Anduzzi's Sports Club — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of indie and alternative rock with Cordell Winter.
Once Upon a Camp
9 AM - 3 PM — The Children's Museum of Green Bay — $120 for members, $140 for non-members — Engage kids aged 5-10 in hands-on activities and exhibit play this summer.
Green Bay Kids' Day Karnival
4-8 p.m. — Bay Beach Amusement Park — Free for kids — A thrilling celebration with games, food, and entertainment for all ages.
MEGADETH Live Concert
5-11 p.m. — Capital Credit Union Park — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary MEGADETH, a defining force in heavy metal music.
Blackberry Smoke Concert
6:30-10:30 p.m. — EPIC Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Blackberry Smoke brings their Southern rock and country soul vibes to Green Bay for an unforgettable night.
Robots & Coding Camp
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — The Children's Museum of Green Bay — $120 members, $140 non-members — Dive into hands-on coding and robotics activities for kids ages 5-10.
Robots & Coding Camp
9 AM – 3 PM — The Children's Museum of Green Bay — $120-140 — Explore robotics and coding through hands-on activities for kids aged 5-10.
Robots & Coding Camp
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — The Children's Museum of Green Bay — $120 Members / $140 Non-Members — Explore the world of robotics and coding through hands-on activities for kids aged 5-10.
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