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Friends of Bay Beach is donating $1.5 million to pay down part of a $5 million park loan; the donation comes with a condition (the council will refrain from taking on new debt until April 2028) that frees funds for future park projects.

Children at 10 transitional housing homes received new outdoor play areas on Friday, Aug.

14. Ecumenical Partnership for Housing & Leadership Green Bay Team 4 partnered on the Together We Play project to provide local families with safe spaces for play.

Oconto County Youth Fair, its 85th year, runs from Aug 22 to Aug 30 at Zippel Park (150 N.

McKenzie Ave.) in Gillett, featuring animal displays, carnival rides from Aug 27 to Aug 30, live music and tractor pulls. Presale wristbands are available at select bank branches and vendors.

A local survey from Brown County United Way and partners found that 84% of 183 parents cited high childcare costs as a barrier, with available seats for only 58% of kids fueling workforce shortage concerns.

Organizers plan roundtable meetings and to add new childcare slots soon.

Green Bay Austin Straubel International Airport conducted a full-scale emergency exercise yesterday with 75 volunteers simulating an aircraft crash on its runway.

Emergency responders from the airport and region practiced treating and transporting individuals in preparation for actual events.

Green Bay’s Landmarks Commission declared a downtown historic building demolished by neglect on Aug.

19 — letting officials force repairs at owner Mike Schwantes’ expense to salvage it — after finding extensive deterioration, as Schwantes had requested extra time to address issues.

Green Bay Common Council approved 8PINE Inc. on Tuesday to build an $11M Shipyard District park (featuring a playground, dog park, splash pad, and event lawn) along the Fox River, adding a $750,000 grant match to close a funding gap.

Future phases may include seasonal business spaces.