Friday, March 14th, 2025

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Good morning, Appleton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Appleton Police are investigating a workplace accident that occurred just before 5:30 PM Wednesday in a building on the 2400 block of East Glendale Avenue—employees chose not to comment out of respect for the victim's family. WHBY
- ➤ Menasha police say a 67-year-old man died after officers were called near Emily and Ninth streets just before 10 p.m. when they found him in the water about 15—20 feet offshore from the Ninth Street boat landing and lifesaving measures failed. WBAY
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Early Thursday, police chased a 25-year-old Appleton woman on I-41 for suspected impaired driving as her car reached 120 mph and lost three tires from officers’ tire deflation devices—she is now held in jail. Post-Crescent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ten teachers were honored on Thursday night in Appleton for their excellence after being chosen from 245 nominees by a volunteer panel for the 2025 Excellence in Education Shining Star Awards from the Fox Cities Chamber—an event hosted by Local 5’s Lisa Malak and Millaine Wells at the Butte des Morts Country Club. WOSH-AM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A claim that Judge Susan Crawford would eliminate school choice if elected is false, since her record shows support for public schools and her spokesperson confirmed she never took a stance on ending voucher programs—Schimel’s campaign offered no proof of this claim. Post-Crescent
- ➤ The federal government is suing Air Wisconsin—an Appleton-based airline—for not reporting a hard landing incident that forced an emergency landing in Milwaukee earlier this month, with the FAA claiming pilot error caused the damage. WHBY
SPORTS NEWS
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WI OPE!n Tournament at Lumberjack Johnny's
A fun, non-sanctioned double-elimination axe throwing tournament that encourages participants to wear Leprechaun or Lumberjack costumes, featuring cash prizes and traditional Irish food.
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Maple Syrup Saturday 2025 Celebration
This event features a pancake breakfast and an educational tour about the maple syrup-making process, allowing families to adopt a bucket for a hands-on experience.
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Prep Hoops Middle School Basketball Camp - Wisconsin
This basketball showcase offers middle school players the opportunity to compete against top talent while being evaluated by college coaches and scouts.
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One Night of Queen
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Celebrate Queen's legacy with a tribute to their iconic The Works Tour.
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Spring Break Parent/Child Woodworking Workshop
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Board & Brush Creative Studio - Appleton — Pre-registration required — Create cherished decor together while enjoying hot cocoa and cookies.
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Sister's Easter Catechism: Will My Bunny Go to Heaven?
7:30-9 p.m. — Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — Cost info not provided — Laugh along as Sister answers delightful Easter questions with humor and participation.
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Wisconsin Music Trivia Night
7-9 p.m. | McFleshman's Brewing Co. | Free to play | Test your Wisconsin music knowledge and win prizes at a lively trivia night.
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John R Miller Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Appleton Beer Factory — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of captivating music with John R Miller in an intimate setting.
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Studio Y Dance Recital
11 AM - 2 PM — Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — Support local talent — Experience a delightful showcase of dancers from various age groups and skill levels.
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Appleton Podcast Co-op LIVE
7-9 p.m. — McFleshman's Brewing Co. — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live podcast recordings with laughter, insights, and giveaways.
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