Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Appleton. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A new dog park in Outagamie County seeks name ideas from residents — it will open in the last week of May at 3302 W. Brewster Street in Grand Chute. FOX 11
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fox Valley Technical College instructors are using AI tools in nursing and communications classes to prepare students for the workforce. The college is hosting an open house today from 3 to 6 p.m. where faculty will demonstrate how these tools enhance classroom learning. NBC 26
- ➤ Michael Hernandez, an assistant superintendent overseeing local high schools, is one of two finalists in the search for Green Bay's next superintendent. Meet-and-greets (Mar. 4-5) are scheduled at West High School while the final decision will be announced Mar. 11. Post-Crescent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wisconsin Army National Guard troops helped support Operation Epic Fury in the Middle East last weekend while deployed in Kuwait and Iraq — officials confirmed their role, with specifics remaining confidential for security reasons. Governor Tony Evers reaffirmed support for Guard members as they contribute to ongoing U.S. operations abroad. FOX 11
- ➤ DOT held a public meeting Monday, March 2 at 5:00 p.m. at Greenville Village Hall to discuss the Highway 76 reconstruction project — which will begin next week and affect traffic from Everglade Rd. to the County JJ intersection. WBAY
- ➤ The USPS notified Neenah homeowners on South Park Avenue, Nicollet Boulevard, East Forest Avenue and Beaulieu Road that they must install new mailboxes by Oct. 1 to boost mail delivery efficiency. Some residents with disabilities are worried about the extra costs. FOX 11
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Packers QB Jordan Love and defensive end Micah Parsons will co-host a charity softball game at Fox Cities Stadium on June 5 to benefit their foundations (Love’s Hands of 10ve and Parsons’ Lion Heart). Donald Driver will also join the event, which will include tailgate activities. FOX 11
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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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