Good morning, Appleton.

Appleton Downtown, Inc. will donate to the Center for Suicide Awareness after its Avenue of Ice sculpture was damaged over the weekend when a suspect allegedly threw it to the ground (restoration efforts by Krystal Kleer failed) as police continue investigating potential charges.

Appleton police mourn retired lieutenant Ronnie McIntire, 86, who died after a house fire injured him on Feb.

18 at his Meade Street home; he served the department for 36 years and later worked as a school crossing guard.

Appleton International Airport (ATW) will add 13 daily flights to Chicago O'Hare by this summer to meet growing business travel demand.

The expansion aims to boost seat capacity by 24% for the second half of 2026.

Two new local shops have opened recently as Bundt House bakery began serving freshly baked bundt cakes and treats on W College Avenue at the end of January, while Flora Shelves, an independent bookstore and floral studio hosting creative gatherings, opened on Feb.

7 at W Water Street (reported live by FOX 11's Savannah Wood).

Lawrence University's student government will decide whether to allow a Turning Point USA chapter after nearly 35 students' effort to start it received mixed campus support.

Officials said low voter turnout and concerns over the group's fit with university values have shifted the decision to the community council.

Students at Lawrence University voted online Monday on whether to recognize a proposed Turning Point USA chapter amid campus backlash and petitions; the student government will decide based on established non-discrimination policies (around 35 students support the group).

Kaukauna High School is cutting its gymnastics program after more than 50 years due to declining participation and limited facilities.

The team, with six members and led by assistant coach Kari Kleinschmidt, will compete in sectionals Saturday and advance to state next weekend if they qualify.

The Final Five contenders in the Timber Rattlers Food Fight were revealed yesterday at Fox Club at Fox Cities Stadium in Grand Chute, featuring entries from Pizza Brat, Southwest Grand Slam, Hot Honey Brat, Gnaf’s Nacho Poutine & Reuben Bratwurst.

Local food fans appreciated the creative culinary showcase.

The Lone Bellow Concert

6-9 p.m. — Poplar Hall — Tickets from $136 — Experience a memorable performance by The Lone Bellow in Appleton.

Medicare 101 Seminar

6-7 p.m. — 5 Star Insurance Group, LLC — Free entry — Learn about Medicare coverage options and make informed healthcare decisions.

Medicare 101 Seminar

1-2 p.m. — 5 Star Insurance Group, LLC — Free entry — Educational seminar to help navigate Medicare coverage options and make informed healthcare decisions.

Kevin James in Appleton

8-11 p.m. — Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — Ticket info available — Experience a night of laughs with comedian Kevin James in Appleton.