Good morning, Green Bay.

Dozens of community members gathered at St. John’s Ministries on Thursday night to honor 10 homeless residents who died over the past year.

Mayor Eric Genrich attended the memorial to show that every person is valued in Green Bay.

Starting Wednesday, the Mulva Cultural Center in De Pere will let visitors enjoy free exhibitions and most films with timed tickets thanks to a donation from Miriam and James Mulva.

The center also revised memberships to give current members a four-month extension and extra event perks.

Beginning Wednesday, the Mulva Cultural Center in De Pere will remove most entry fees for exhibitions and films because of a gift from Miriam and James Mulva.

Memberships now offer extra events including a preview of The Real Genghis Khan in late January.

Luxemburg-Casco High School students are gaining hands-on experience through the Youth Apprenticeship program that benefits local employers as they build talent pipelines.

Several companies including KARE Auto which plans to hire apprentices full time after graduation next spring reported positive outcomes.

The Brown County Library has launched a fundraiser aiming to raise $100,000 for the new Pamperin Family Branch in Ashwaubenon near the local Target.

The branch will add bookshelves, study rooms, a larger children’s area, and an outdoor patio before its mid-2026 opening.

UW-Green Bay will launch several leadership programs in 2026, including an Emotional Intelligence series starting Feb.

3 online and supervisory certificates beginning Jan. 27, along with a Celebrate event on Feb. 26 at The Weidner (featuring motivational speaker Erin King) to empower future leaders locally.

Wisconsin health officials confirmed that two children have died from respiratory illnesses this season, one from COVID-19 and one from influenza, and they urge families to vaccinate + practice good hygiene to slow virus spread.

Green Bay Public Market reached 87% of its $8.5 million private fundraising goal with strong community support to build a year-round market on Broadway.

The project will open in 2026 after delays from increased costs and material shortages.

Green Bay Public Market, halted to secure donations, reached 87% of its $8.5 million goal on Thursday (project update) and construction at the Old Fort Square building on Broadway will resume soon.

Officials say rising costs and delays pushed an earlier opening while the project could boost local economic development.

A Frank's Christmas

1:00 – 2:30 PM — Meyer Theatre — Starting at $87 — Enjoy a festive musical performance to celebrate the holiday spirit.

A Frank's Christmas

7:30-9 p.m. — Meyer Theatre — Tickets start at $87 — Enjoy a festive Christmas performance that promises holiday cheer and entertainment.

A Frank's Christmas

7:30 p.m. — Meyer Theatre — Tickets from $87 — Enjoy a festive performance of A Frank's Christmas in this holiday-themed show.

A Frank's Christmas

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Meyer Theatre — Tickets starting at $63 — Enjoy an unforgettable holiday performance in Green Bay.

Garden of Lights

4:30-9 p.m. — Green Bay Botanical Garden — $5-$17 depending on age and night — Experience the magic of over 350,000 lights across enchanting displays in a stunning winter garden setting.

ComedyCity: After Dark

8:35-10:05 p.m. — ComedyCity Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of immersive improv comedy with daring humor and audience interaction.