Good Day
Appleton
Thursday, March 12th, 2026
Good morning, Appleton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On March 5, the Richeson family reopened their eatery in Little Chute as The Dutchess Eatery and Spirits (formerly The Heiting Place), offering a refreshed dining experience anchored in a new vision for local cuisine. Post-Crescent
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Appleton International Airport’s passenger traffic grew nearly 50% from 2019 to 2025 due to service upgrades — improved parking, check-in, and new airline bases — which boosted its economic impact and supported over 7,000 jobs. FOX 11
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Massive ice shoves on Lake Winnebago's western shore have drawn local spectators today as formations grew rapidly from small piles to towering walls near homes, prompting some residents to board up windows (a rare winter spectacle for the area). FOX 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Appleton International Airport says TSA employees are working without pay amid the federal shutdown as spring break travel builds. The airport accepts donations for essentials while over 1.3 million passengers are expected by March 29. WTAQ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Harsh winter weather canceled several blood drives in Northeast Wisconsin, leaving local centers short of blood. The Red Cross is urging residents to donate at nearby drives to earn a $15 Amazon gift card and free A1C testing to help meet the community's ongoing need. WBAY
- ➤ The Community Blood Center said on Thursday, March 12—its supply of types O positive and A negative blood stands at only 2.5 days—and urged eligible donors to schedule blood or platelet donations as soon as possible amid lower appointment rates from spring break travel and cold season. WTAQ
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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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Stand-Up Comedy with Sarper Guven
7-10 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the hilarious takes on marriage and cultural differences from a Turkish comic navigating life in America.
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William Montgomery Live Stand-Up
7-12:45 a.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — Check venue for ticket prices — Experience a night of laughter with comedian William Montgomery, known for his appearances on the top podcast Kill Tony.
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