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Appleton
Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Good morning, Appleton. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Officials approved a historic marker honoring Harry Houdini to be placed on the south side of Houdini Plaza near an existing bust + it will be installed by Halloween to mark the 100th anniversary of his death. FOX 11
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Appleton International Airport saw a 60% rise in traffic from 2019 to 2025 after a name change and expanded airline services, including United Airlines in 2017 + Allegiant establishing its base in 2022, which boosted the local economy by supporting over 7,000 jobs and a $2 billion impact. WTAQ
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Blizzard Elsa left more than two feet of snow on the ground, giving local residents a chance to capture striking images of snowdrifts, buried vehicles and children dressing as Elsa — a nod to the Frozen character. FOX 11
- ➤ Appleton is recovering from its biggest snowstorm in history that dumped 27.5 inches of snow from March 14-16, causing school closures for two days + the National Weather Service confirmed most local areas received at least two feet of snowfall. Post-Crescent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The USPS warned that Blizzard Elsa could slow mail processing across the Great Lakes, but no specific service interruptions were listed for Wisconsin today. Some Appleton residents reported delayed deliveries, and the postal service advises keeping sidewalks clear to help carriers deliver mail safely. FOX 11
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Babies in Aurora Health Care's neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) celebrated their first St. Patrick's Day yesterday with festive green bows and shamrock onesies that brightened a special milestone for their families. FOX 11
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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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Medicare 101 Seminar
1-2 p.m. — 5 Star Insurance Group, LLC — Free entry — Learn about Medicare options and make informed healthcare decisions in a relaxed setting.
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Judy Gold Comedy Show
6:30-8:00 PM — Skyline Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with Emmy Award-winning comedian Judy Gold as she shares her comedic insights on life and culture.
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