Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of October.
Good morning, Green Bay.
Habitat for Humanity hosted a Rock the Block event on Friday in Green Bay - 13 new families previewed their new homes built with the help of 370 volunteers who spent 6,500 hours; the homes are available with a 0% interest mortgage and city-supported sponsorship.
The project marks the organization reaching a milestone in supporting local housing needs.
A Brown County Board member requested a demolition permit for the vacant Bank Mutual branch at 201 N.
Monroe Ave. in downtown Green Bay to convert it into a parking lot—this proposal will be reviewed on Oct. 7 at 5:15 p.m. by the Planning, Development and Transportation Committee.
Governor Tony Evers signed a law on Oct.
3 that makes it a felony to distribute sexually explicit deepfakes without consent, and the law takes effect today with violators facing up to 3 1/2 years in prison—aiming to protect privacy as artificial intelligence creates misleading content.
Sunita 'Suni' Williams was unable to travel to a local event Friday because the government shutdown prevented her from acting as an official government employee — organizers shared her video introduction and planned a live virtual Q&A after the shutdown ended.
NASA astronaut Sunita “Suni” Williams was set to speak at the Women’s Inspiration Dinner in Green Bay on Friday but could not attend due to the government shutdown—organizers instead shared her video introduction and planned a live Q&A once it ends.
In Green Bay and across the state, dentists raised concerns after Delta Dental bought Cherry Tree Dental locations at the end of June—this move ties practices to one insurer and may limit patient care and provider choice.
The state is gathering public comments on the restructuring and will decide on Oct. 10.
Dentists in Wisconsin expressed concern after Delta Dental purchased Cherry Tree Dental, including one in Green Bay, linking its dental insurance with practice ownership — they worry this consolidation may limit patient choice and hurt dental care.
The Commissioner of Insurance is reviewing public comments and will decide on the restructuring after Oct. 10.
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.
LEO G Live at Richard Craniums
7-10 p.m. — Richard Craniums — Free entry — Experience live tunes from LEO G in an energetic atmosphere.
ComedyCity: After Dark
6:30-8:00 p.m. — ComedyCity Theatre — $10 — Experience fast-paced, family-friendly improv comedy inspired by audience suggestions.
ComedyCity: Family Fun Show
6:30-8:00 p.m. — ComedyCity Theatre — $10 tickets — Experience an all-ages improv comedy show filled with audience-driven hilarity and non-stop laughs.
Wisconsin Music Trivia Night
7-9 p.m. — Zambaldi Beer — Free entry — Test your Wisconsin music knowledge and win exciting prizes while enjoying a night out with friends.
ComedyCity: After Dark Family Show
6:30–8:00 p.m. — ComedyCity Theatre — Tickets $10 — Experience high-energy, family-friendly improv comedy inspired by audience suggestions.
Market on Military
2-7 p.m. — Summer Market on Military — Free entry — Explore locally grown and crafted fare in the heart of Green Bay.
Fright Night featuring Bella Cain
7-11 p.m. — EPIC Event Center — Fundraising event — Enjoy a Halloween bash with live music and a costume contest while supporting local nonprofits.
Taylor Mason Comedy Late Show
6:15-7:30 p.m. — Cup O Joy — Ticket info available online — Enjoy an evening of laughs with Taylor's quick wit and polished comedy.
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