Good morning, Appleton.

John Edwards is launching the My Housing Voice survey this week in Northeast Wisconsin to help families and caregivers plan housing options for over 6,000 individuals with autism + intellectual disabilities in Brown, Calumet, Outagamie and Winnebago counties.

Several community conversations are scheduled over the next six weeks.

Teachers union (WEAC) and county executive Tom Nelson donated $8,500 to Friends of Appleton Schools to support a referendum that would add $15 million over four years to manage a $13 million deficit.

Voting is today after early voting ended April 3.

County Highway F remains closed between North Grandy Road and Krull Road west of Nichols until floodwaters subside; drivers are advised to take detours via State 47 + State 156 and State 187.

The Wolf River remains above flood stage and should fall below by early Sunday.

Appleton reached a deal with Hilton Paper Valley Hotel to run Fox Cities Exhibition Center for five years with changes enabling flexible booking and exclusive deals + the city will take 6% of revenue for repairs.

The finance committee approved the memo, and a full council vote will finalize it.

Appleton reached an agreement with Hilton Paper Valley Hotel to operate the Fox Cities Exhibition Center pending Common Council approval after Monday’s 5:30 p.m. Finance Committee vote.

The five-year deal lets Hilton book events freely and share revenue with the city while finalizing a new contract.

Former UW-Oshkosh men’s basketball coach Matt Lewis resigned last Tuesday after 14 seasons—leaving a team built with promise—to support his wife’s new job opportunity at Illinois Wesleyan.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Judy Gold Stand-Up Comedy

6-10 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of sharp-witted humor from Emmy-winning comedian Judy Gold.

Jeffrey Keller Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hilarious stand-up of NYC actor and comedian Jeffrey Keller.

Jeffrey Keller Stand-Up Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — 2-item minimum purchase — Enjoy an evening of laughs with NYC comedian Jeffrey Keller as he shares his comedic talents and experiences.

Nimesh Patel Live Comedy Show

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Emmy-nominated comedian Nimesh Patel.

Amy Grant Concert

3:00 – 4:30 p.m. — Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — Ticket info available — Enjoy an afternoon with the iconic singer-songwriter Amy Grant in Appleton.

Open Mic Comedy Night

7-10 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughs from professional comedians and first-time performers in Appleton.