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Wednesday, September 17th, 2025
Good morning, Green Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The village of Ashwaubenon will hold a groundbreaking Tuesday at Klipstine Park on Anderson Drive to begin building a new bandshell for community events and live performances—local families such as the Bukowskis, Happels, and Appletons have donated to support the project. FOX 11
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Wisconsin’s Festival Foods has been acquired by The 1939 Group, a Missouri-based grocery company that also owns Schnucks Markets in Missouri, Illinois and Indiana. The deal includes shares held by CEO Mark Skogen and the company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan while financial details were not disclosed. WNCY
- ➤ Festival Foods, a Wisconsin grocery chain with a long family legacy, was sold to Schnucks, a Midwest supermarket chain, in a deal that added more than 8,000 workers—CEO Todd Schnuck said the transaction unites shared community values. NBC 26
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ NEW Pride Alive announced Tuesday it is postponing its annual festival at the Brown County Fairgrounds in De Pere because of a charged political climate — organizers will share a new date soon. NBC 26
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Green Bay Austin Straubel International Airport reported a strong summer with June up 11%, July increasing by 13.2%, and August nearly 5% higher than last year—Airport Director Marty Piette and Brown County Executive Troy Streckenbach said this rise shows local support and boosts our economy. WBAY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ After a loaded handgun was found last week at Preble High, the Green Bay Area Public School District held a community roundtable on Monday where parents and students shared ideas—such as metal detectors and more police presence—to improve safety. The district will start a clear backpack mandate next Monday and will present the feedback to the Board on Oct. 13. WNCY
- ➤ After a student's backpack was found to contain a loaded handgun at Preble High last week, the school district held a community roundtable on Monday night to gather ideas on safety—including a clear backpack mandate set to start next Monday—and explored options like metal detectors and increased police presence. CESA 7 is compiling data from the discussions to present to the Board of Education on Oct. 13. 94.3 Jack FM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Tony Evers visited Keshena on Sept 16 to highlight clean energy projects led by Sun Bear Industries—projects that include a community kitchen solar system and an elder home solar and battery backup upgrade. His visit supported efforts to boost energy independence in the Menominee Nation as part of National Clean Energy Week. FOX 11
- ➤ Amtrak's I-41 Thruway bus service from Green Bay to Milwaukee will end on Oct. 1 because the state did not renew its contract due to a funding gap. The service offered two daily round trips since 2019 — a key transit option for regional travelers. Green Bay Press-Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Brown County leaders have united to promote suicide prevention and vital community resources in recognition of Suicide Awareness Month. County executive Troy Streckenbach declared this week as Suicide Awareness Week and emphasized that dialing 988— the simplest way to reach help— connects those in need with support. FOX 11
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Don’t Squeeze the Charmin
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Meyer Theatre — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a night of laughter with a live performance of Don’t Squeeze the Charmin.
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The Royal Ball
Princes and princesses of all abilities and all ages are welcome to attend. Event includes activities, special guest appearances, open play and more!
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Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk
8-11 a.m. — Aurora BayCare Medical Center — Registration required — A community walk dedicated to raising awareness and support for breast cancer research and healing.
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From Ashes to New Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — EPIC Event Center — Tickets from $44 — Enjoy an electrifying performance by From Ashes to New in a vibrant local venue.
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LEO G Live at Richard Craniums
7-10 p.m. — Richard Craniums — Free entry — Experience live tunes from LEO G in an energetic atmosphere.
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ComedyCity: After Dark
6:30-8:00 p.m. — ComedyCity Theatre — $10 — Experience fast-paced, family-friendly improv comedy inspired by audience suggestions.
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