Good Day
Appleton
Friday, March 6th, 2026
Good morning, Appleton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Grand Chute firefighters are wearing special red 'Support our Troops' shirts every day this week to honor firefighter paramedic Seth Barr+ deployed in the Middle East with his National Guard unit. The crew, missing his energy, expects him to return this summer. FOX 11
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Van Abel's of Hollandtown has served family-style meals since the 1850s and is known for its broasted chicken made since 1965, plus the restaurant has grown into a local family landmark under the care of owner Chris Coenen and his sister Ann Golden. The long-standing tradition keeps the dining experience warm and welcoming. WOSH-AM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Appleton Public Library introduced a free blood pressure monitoring kiosk on March 4 to help residents check heart health. The service includes educational resources and devices for home use and was funded by a local philanthropic group (American Heart Association and Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region). WTAQ
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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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Midwest Showdown Basketball Tournament
April 3-4 — Community First Champion Center — Admission fees may apply — Watch fierce competition as teams battle it out in this exciting basketball tournament.
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