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Appleton
Friday, February 27th, 2026
Good morning, Appleton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Fox Cities business owners expressed moderate optimism about the 2026 economic outlook in a report by the local Chamber on Feb. 26 - their remarks highlight a shared confidence in future local investments. WHBY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Tony Evers and Wisconsin Emergency Management announced $2M in flood resilience grants to 15 Northeast communities, including Fond du Lac, Oneida Nation (Native American community) and Lebanon, to fund water flow studies and erosion mitigation ahead of future floods. FOX 11
- ➤ Gov. Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs announced $2M in flood resilience grants to help Northeast Wisconsin communities plan flood protection — Fond du Lac, Oneida Nation, and Lebanon are among 15 recipients. WTAQ
- ➤ Newcap cut between 14 and 17 jobs on Thursday to pursue a fiscally responsible path after an audit revealed a $2 million deficit—interim CEO Tom Sieber said external HR experts guided the layoffs while state monitors continue their review. FOX 11
- ➤ A new WisDOT study shows that applying brine directly to snow and ice cuts salt use by up to 72% while keeping roads safe. County highway teams may adopt the method across the state — it benefits both budgets and the environment. WTAQ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Joey Chestnut will join Timber Rattlers pregame festivities at Fox Cities Stadium on Aug. 28 during Wisconsin’s Bratoberfest. Fans with special ticket packages can meet him and enter a drawing to challenge him in an eating contest featuring bratwurst + cheese curds, sauerkraut and Bavarian pretzels. WTAQ
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The Lone Bellow Concert
6-9 p.m. — Poplar Hall — Tickets from $136 — Experience a memorable performance by The Lone Bellow in Appleton.
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Medicare 101 Seminar
6-7 p.m. — 5 Star Insurance Group, LLC — Free entry — Learn about Medicare coverage options and make informed healthcare decisions.
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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.
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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.
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