Thursday, December 19th, 2024

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Good morning, Green Bay. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Salvation Army in Green Bay is distributing thousands of toys to children in need this holiday season, reflecting increased community support despite widespread financial constraints. 94.3 Jack FM
- ➤ Downtown Green Bay enhances NFL Draft festivities with a Packers Heritage Trail tour and a Draft Day 5K race to engage the community and support the Greater Green Bay YMCA. FOX 11
- ➤ Green Bay offers a range of holiday events this weekend, including the Holiday Pops concert, a drive-thru holiday lights display, and breakfast with Santa. Green Bay Press-Gazette
- ➤ Inmates at Green Bay Correctional Institution have donated 2,000 books to local students, fostering literacy and community connection in their fourth year of partnership with the school district. WeAreGreenBay.com
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ David Villareal, a former teacher convicted of sexually assaulting students, files an appeal after being sentenced to 50 years in prison. WBAY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Green Bay Area Public School District has announced the 2025-26 academic calendar, highlighting key dates including the start of school on Sept. 2, 2025, breaks, and the last day of school on June 5, 2026. Green Bay Press-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Green Bay reduced its 2025 Capital Improvement Plan by $19 million to curb city debt, affecting road, vehicle, and facility projects while striving for a prudent borrowing limit. Green Bay Press-Gazette
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ NFL officials start planning for the 2025 Draft in Green Bay, emphasizing the community's unique contribution and the importance of creating memorable experiences for players. WeAreGreenBay.com
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Holiday Pops Concert with Weidner Philharmonic and Dudley Birder Chorale
The Holiday Pops event features a collaboration between the Weidner Philharmonic and the Dudley Birder Chorale, showcasing traditional holiday favorites and new surprises.
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A Franks Christmas at Meyer Theatre
Experience a festive live performance of 'A Franks Christmas' at the Meyer Theatre in Green Bay.
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Premium Tailgate Party for Packers and Saints Fans
Enjoy a Wisconsin-style all-you-can-eat buffet and drinks at a lively tailgate party with live music before the Packers vs. Saints game.
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A Franks Christmas - Charity Event
A charitable event featuring live music with proceeds going to various causes of the ticket purchasers' choice.
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A Franks Christmas in Green Bay
A Franks Christmas will be performed live at the Meyer Theatre, offering a festive experience for the audience.
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FIRE ON HIGH Live Music Performance at The Legacy Hotel
FIRE ON HIGH will be performing live music in the atrium of The Legacy Hotel in Green Bay, WI on New Year's Eve.
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Bingocize Program at ADRC
The Bingocize program combines gentle exercises with bingo to promote mobility, independence, and health education for older adults.
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Creative Community Rock Painting Event
Participants can bring their own creative projects such as rock painting and paper crafts, with an initiative to spread positivity through painted rocks placed in the community.
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Michael Grabner Live Concert
Michael Grabner will perform live at Paradise North Distillery in Green Bay.
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Bingocize Fitness & Health Program
Bingocize is a 10-week program combining gentle exercises with bingo to enhance mobility, reduce falls, and promote health education among older adults.
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