Good morning, Appleton.

Residents evacuated after flooding are reentering their homes as New London and Fremont reopened on April 22 and Shiocton residents start returning today.

Law enforcement set up checkpoints and We Energies restored natural gas for many customers, while a multi-agency center in Black Creek offers aid and resources for cleanup.

North Pole Christmas Village in Chilton will close after Christmas following its 20th season due to falling attendance and rising costs, with all displays set to be sold off.

As gardening season arrives, local experts in Appleton say using native plants in gardens supports wildlife habitats, reduces flooding, and filters pollutants while their deep roots store more carbon for a healthier environment.

Fox Valley communities are monitoring rising flood waters as Winnebago County Emergency Management tracks water levels moving through the Wolf River into local lakes, while residents are urged to take precautions through sandbagging and Slow No Wake rules & flood warnings remain in effect on key waterways.

Appleton and regional fire departments launched a free program for food truck inspections to check cooking equipment, fire suppression systems, extinguishers, generators, & electrical safety.

Inspections are set for April 28 at Fond du Lac, May 14 at Neenah-Menasha, and May 19 at Green Bay.

Interstate 41 northbound ramp from Wisconsin 96 in Grand Chute will close at 8:00 p.m. Monday and remain shut until fall 2026 as part of a project to expand the interstate from Appleton to De Pere, so motorists should plan alternate routes.

Apple Medical Clinic and Dr. Michael Johnson have agreed to pay over $382,000 to settle accusations of filing false Medicare claims and offering unnecessary combined treatments, according to federal prosecutors.

The settlement includes funds retained by CMS and a payment based on their ability to pay.

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.

Don McMillan Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — Tickets from $87 — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comedian Don McMillan in a lively atmosphere.

Comedy Night with Leanne Morgan

7-10 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening of hilarious storytelling and relatable humor from the comedic powerhouse Leanne Morgan.

Model Train Day

10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — The History Museum at the Castle — Included in admission — Explore intricately built models with expert insights from nationally recognized modeler Gordon Lind.