Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of August.
Good morning, Green Bay.
A mosaic art installation named Community Bloom opened on August 27th in downtown Green Bay at 1335 Main Street—led by local artists Laura Schley and Annie Stenseth with help from community members who joined during ArtFest weekend.
After the dedication, residents planted in a repurposed 2,400-pound concrete planter to turn a piece of the city's past into art for the future.
A house fire on the 1100 block of Scheuring Road in De Pere caused $150,000 in damages when fire crews arrived at 5:45 a.m. Aug.
27 to find a one-story duplex with burning areas in the garage and attic—residents had been safely evacuated and no injuries were reported.
Gas prices in Wisconsin are rising after flooding at BP’s Whiting refinery in Indiana disrupted fuel supplies—local drivers report paying nearly $4 for premium fuel.
Experts warn that increased fuel costs will affect agriculture, tourism, and manufacturing in the region over the coming weeks.
Sen. Tammy Baldwin visited Fincantieri Ace Marine in Green Bay on August 26—arguing that boosting U.S. shipbuilding will protect national security and support Wisconsin jobs amid global competition.
She promoted the SHIPS for America Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at reinvesting fees to expand workforce capacity and improve shipyard infrastructure.
Crews are repairing bridge approaches on the WIS 441 Improvement Project, leading to road closures that closed the US 10/WIS 441 ramps at Racine Street on Tuesday and Wednesday—drivers must use detours via northbound WIS 441 to westbound County AP/Midway Road.
Traffic between South Oneida Street and I-41 was reduced to two lanes and will remain so until late October.
Senator Tammy Baldwin visited Fincantieri Ace Marine in Green Bay on Tuesday, August 26 to call for more U.S. shipbuilding to counter China’s dominance and protect local jobs—she noted that while China built 1,700 vessels last year, the U.S. built fewer than 10.
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.
Pop Rock Night at Anduzzi's
3:30-9:30 p.m. — Anduzzi's Sports Club — No cover — Enjoy a lively mix of pop rock classics and originals from local artists.
ComedyCity: After Dark
6:30-8:00 p.m. — ComedyCity Theatre — $10 tickets — Experience family-friendly improv comedy that's unscripted and inspired by audience suggestions.
ComedyCity: Family Fun Show
6:30-8:00 p.m. — ComedyCity Theatre — $10 each — Unscripted comedy for all ages featuring improv based on audience suggestions.
6th Annual Rescue Roundup
10 AM – 2 PM — Petco — Free entry — Meet adoptable dogs and engage with the local rescue community while having fun.
Grassroots in the Garden — New Leaf Foods
5:30-7 p.m. — Frank B Seymour Park — Free entry — Prepare the food forest for winter while learning tips to protect your garden from the cold and wildlife.
Green Bay Packers Mentor-Protégé Networking Event
3-5 p.m. — Lambeau Field — Registration required — Network with corporate buyers and resource providers in a premier sports setting.
The Pocket Kings Live Performance
7 PM – 1 AM — Gather on Broadway — Tickets available — Experience elite musicians creating a groove-inspired frenzy with their dance party vibes.
ComedyCity: After Dark - Family Fun Show
6:30-8:00 p.m. — ComedyCity Theatre — $10 tickets — Experience high-energy, family-friendly improv comedy with audience-inspired hilarity.
Levi Ballenger Live Performance
5:30-9:00 p.m. — Anduzzi's Sports Club - Holmgren Way — Check local listings for cost — Enjoy a live music experience featuring Levi Ballenger in a vibrant sports club atmosphere.
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