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Appleton
Friday, February 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Appleton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Appleton residents can apply for a free ten-week Resident Leadership Academy to explore local city operations and services, with applications due by February 20. WTAQ
- ➤ Following an 18-month renovation and $40.4 million investment, the Appleton Public Library is set to grandly reopen with enhanced features, including a community meeting room, story and sensory rooms, and increased natural lighting, establishing it as a vital community hub. WTAQ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Appleton police aim to open a Coinbase account to convert seized cryptocurrency into U.S. dollars, enabling restitution to fraud victims, marking a pioneering approach in Outagamie County. Post-Crescent
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Fox Cities Chamber's annual Economic Outlook Survey reveals a generally positive business outlook for 2025, yet highlights ongoing challenges in employment and expansion decisions. FOX 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Appleton International Airport's runway visual range system has been inoperative since February 2023 due to an underground cable issue, with repair funding uncertain amid competition for FAA resources. Post-Crescent
- ➤ Appleton plans to replace 16 rusting decorative light poles on the College Avenue Bridge at a cost of $90,000, funded within the city's budget. FOX 11
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A study by the University of Wisconsin-Madison found that soft-shell helmet covers, known as Guardian Caps, do not significantly prevent concussions in high school football practice. WTAQ
SPORTS NEWS
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Trampled By Turtles Concert
Trampled by Turtles, a band known for their fusion of bluegrass and rock, will perform live at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center.
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Yonder Mountain String Band Featuring Stillhouse Junkies
Stillhouse Junkies will perform a unique blend of original roots, blues, funk, swing, and bluegrass music alongside Yonder Mountain String Band at Poplar Hall.
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Avenue of Ice Festival
Downtown Appleton will showcase stunning ice sculptures along College Avenue, creating a festive atmosphere for visitors and locals alike.
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Charlie Berens: Good Old Fashioned Tour
Comedian Charlie Berens, known for his Emmy-winning journalism and the Manitowoc Minute, will perform live at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center.
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WPPR Chopper 2025 Pinball Tournament at Lumberjack Johnny's
The WPPR Chopper 2025 is a competitive pinball tournament featuring a hybrid best game format, extensive qualifying hours, and the chance to win a new pinball machine.
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Improvised Broadway Musical at Fox Cities Performing Arts Center
This event features the creation of a brand-new musical on the spot, where audience suggestions shape the characters, plot, and performances.
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Rock Of Ages Live Band Performance
Experience the live band performance featuring rock star musicians and lead singers from the original Broadway cast of the acclaimed musical Rock of Ages.
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Feedback Crew Meeting
This event will facilitate sharing and receiving feedback on written works in a collaborative environment at Fox Valley Technical College.
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Kaleidoscope Academy Presents: Spamalot
Kaleidoscope Academy showcases 'Spamalot,' a musical performed by 70 students at Appleton North High School.
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Cafe Walk in Downtown Appleton
Stroll through Downtown Appleton to explore cozy cafes and specialty shops while sampling a variety of delicious drinks and treats.
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