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Green Bay
Thursday, November 6th, 2025
Good morning, Green Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Paul's Pantry saw a higher demand for food aid as delays in FoodShare benefits led to more families seeking help—yesterday it served 279 families versus its typical 250 to 260 and local businesses increased donations ahead of the holidays. The food pantry, fully funded by community support, is preparing for a surge in requests as more residents need assistance. Green Bay Press-Gazette
- ➤ Rooted In Inc. will host an emergency Cooking for the Community event tomorrow and asks volunteers to help prepare meals using 218 pounds of recovered food from Lambeau Field. The nonprofit will use the meals to feed local families and distribute them at food pantries from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church—330 S. Broadway in Green Bay. Green Bay Press-Gazette
- ➤ Green Bay city leaders met with local organizations Wednesday to address rising food insecurity as new data shows one in four Brown County residents struggles to get nutritious food. Mayor Genrich urged community members to donate food, money, or volunteer (with some pantries experiencing a 30-40% rise in demand) to help those affected (while SNAP benefits have been cut). WBAY
- ➤ The Green Bay Redevelopment Authority approved $500,000 in funding on Tuesday for a new year-round farmers’ market facility at Murphy Park. The Military Avenue Business District plans to build the Market on Military for weekly markets and community events — including pickleball games and dance classes — once it raises an additional $4.5 million. WNCY
- ➤ This weekend, Green Bay will host a Fab Four tribute at 7:30 p.m. on Nov 8 at 117 S. Washington St., a spa, sauna, and hot tub sale at Resch Expo from noon on Nov 7 to 8 p.m. on Nov 9, a free open house at Sabamba Alpaca on Nov 9 at 2338 Hickory Road, and a Sip and Shop Wine Walk in De Pere from 4 to 8 p.m. on Nov 7+ these events bring local music, shopping, and community fun. Green Bay Press-Gazette
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Green Bay police officer fell from his saddle while hunting with a friend on Oct. 30 and was seriously injured with broken ribs, sternum, and back while his family raises donations on GoFundMe to help with his medical care and support their growing family. Green Bay Press-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials cut the ribbon on November 5 for a $4 million project that upgraded Packerland Drive and built a roundabout at Trojan Drive—an effort led by the county, city, and Oneida Nation—and they will monitor the intersection to see if further changes are needed. FOX 11
- ➤ Families across Wisconsin face rising hunger as the government shutdown delays SNAP benefits, causing longer lines at food pantries including Trinity Lutheran Church in Green Bay. A mother in Appleton said her monthly $75 benefit (which helps cover her son's expensive medical care) is critical as she urges lawmakers to resolve the budget stalemate (leaving food security uncertain). NBC 26
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Streu's Pharmacy in Green Bay will close its retail operations at the end of this month while shifting to long-term care services due to low reimbursements from Pharmacy Benefit Managers — local pharmacists say that unfair contracts are forcing independent stores to reduce patient access. They urge lawmakers to act so that communities do not face longer waits and fewer options for essential health services. FOX 11
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ ASHWAUBENON — The Resch Center secured a five-year agreement to host state volleyball and basketball tournaments and is getting ready for today's girls state volleyball tournament. PMI Entertainment Group and the WIAA announced the deal that will bring key economic benefits to the region. WTAQ
- ➤ The Packers have opened nominations for the FAN Hall of Fame, asking fans to submit a 500-word essay with a photo by Nov. 30 to choose the 28th inductee (submissions can be made online or by mail). In December, the selection committee will pick 10 finalists, and fans will vote online in January before the winner is named in February 2026. FOX 11
- ➤ Former Packers coach Mike Holmgren advanced in the coach category for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026. He coached Green Bay from 1992 to 1998 and won Super Bowl XXXI in 1996 — the Hall of Fame class will be announced in February and enshrined in August. WTAQ
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ComedyCity: After Dark
6:30-8 p.m. — ComedyCity Theatre — $10 tickets — Enjoy high-energy, family-friendly improv comedy inspired by audience suggestions.
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Lambeau and Learn 2025
8 AM – 4 PM — Lambeau Field — Hotel block available at $129/night — A day of education and networking at the iconic Lambeau Field.
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Comedy Night with Tom Segura
6:00-7:30 p.m. — The Weidner — Tickets available — Experience the humor of one of the biggest names in comedy on his Come Together tour.
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ComedyCity: After Dark Family Fun Show
6:30-8:00 p.m. — ComedyCity Theatre — $10 each — Experience high-energy, family-friendly improv comedy inspired by audience suggestions for all ages.
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Garden of Lights
4:30–9 p.m. — Green Bay Botanical Garden — Ticket prices vary — Experience a 1-mile path filled with luminous lightscapes and magical holiday moments.
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Collectorabilia Con
8 AM – 5 PM — Resch Expo — $7 — A family-friendly event featuring retro games, toys, comics, and special guest Tony Cox.
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A Sherlock Carol
7:30-10 p.m. — Green Bay Community Theater — Ticket prices vary — Solve a delightful mystery with Sherlock Holmes and Tiny Tim this holiday season.
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Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Adele
6:30-7:29 p.m. — Birder Hall — Tickets selling fast — Experience the enchanting music of Adele performed by the Listeso String Quartet under candlelight.
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Cherry Pie Rocks Bulldogs Bar
7 PM – 1 AM — Bulldogs — $10 cover charge — Rock out at the newly remodeled Bulldogs Bar with an exciting performance that'll leave you wanting more until next year.
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