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Sunday, August 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Green Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The igNight Market returned on Saturday evening at Leicht Memorial Park, starting one hour late due to weather while live music and life-size games entertained attendees and 16 hot air balloons lit up the night sky—creating an open-air marketplace experience. WBAY
- ➤ At Green Bay's 8th annual Chalkfest Saturday, local artists and community members made chalk art before rain limited professional entries to three. Organizers said the event—designed to bring families together—featured eight additional participants and invites online votes for favorite designs. WBAY
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters arrived at a single-story home in Green Bay at 4:45 a.m. today and quickly put out a basement fire after seeing thick black smoke at the front—officials stress the need for working smoke detectors. FOX 11
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Fond du Lac deputy used spike strips to end a high speed chase on I-41 near Korth Rd Saturday morning, deflating all four tires of a 35-year-old driver who swerved between lanes before coming to a stop just south of County Highway N—he was arrested on charges of felony fleeing and eluding, reckless driving and suspicion of operating while impaired. WBAY
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Spierings Cancer Foundation’s 17th annual Rock Cancer event raised over $2 million for local families despite heavy rain and thunderstorms that delayed performances on Saturday at Doyle Park—organizers said the funds are vital for those affected by cancer. WBAY
TRAVEL NEWS
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Pooches in the Pool
10 AM – 1 PM — Joannes Aquatic Center — $10/dog — A splashing good time for dogs to swim, socialize, and show off their paddling skills.
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Health Screening Day
9 AM – 4 PM — PCM Credit Union — Appointment required — Access comprehensive health screenings with Health Gauge to prioritize your wellness.
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Los Montoya and Banda Maguey Live Concert
9 p.m. — Mi Pueblo Restaurant — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying night of regional music with top bands in Green Bay.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ George Bernard Shaw
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