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Appleton
Saturday, April 11th, 2026
Good morning, Appleton. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Students statewide can submit their prom photos over the next month to be featured in a gallery on USA TODAY NETWORK websites including The Post-Crescent; editors will review submissions before sharing them on social media. Post-Crescent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ High schools have announced prom dates—events are set for April 18 and 25 at venues such as Hilton Paper Valley Hotel and Fox Cities Stadium. Students will celebrate starting as early as 6:30 p.m. at various spots across the Fox Cities. Post-Crescent
- ➤ Marjorie Liu, author and comic book writer, will speak as the keynote at Lawrence University commencement on Sunday, June 14 at 10 a.m. on Main Hall Green + she is a Lawrence alum who credits campus courses for sparking her passion for writing. FOX 11
- ➤ Voters in Appleton and Menasha approved school referendums on April 7, with Appleton's $60 million measure receiving two-thirds support and Menasha's $36 million proposal passing narrowly. District leaders plan to hire more staff and work on a sustainable budget strategy (encouraging continued community input). Post-Crescent
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ A Northeast Wisconsin utility outlines payment plan options and budget billing programs so customers can avoid disconnection next Wednesday & warns against scammers using digital payment apps like Zelle or Venmo. FOX 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Evers signed a new law on April 9 allowing Native American students to wear traditional tribal regalia at graduations and school events; the law, championed by the Tribal Caucus and ACLU, clears up uncertainty that had led families to seek guidance. Post-Crescent
- ➤ Interstate 41 in Outagamie and Brown Counties is in the midst of a nine-year expansion (ongoing improvements include added lanes and updated interchanges) that will ease traffic and support regional growth. Appleton commuters may face brief delays during construction. Post-Crescent
- ➤ Gov. Tony Evers signed a law that lets residents place online sports bets anywhere if a betting app is administered by one of Wisconsin’s (11) tribes. The law takes effect immediately, but Appleton bettors will need to wait until tribal agreements are finalized. FOX 11
- ➤ Little Chute Fire Department broke ground on a new 18,000 sqft fire station at the 1100 block of Depot Street on April 9. The project, budgeted at $6.7 million with $2.2 million for overruns, will improve space and safety for its 52 firefighters and is expected to complete next spring. WTAQ
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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