Thursday, April 24th, 2025

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Good morning, Appleton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 27-year-old man on probation for a 2015 Appleton trail attack was arrested last week in Kimberly for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman on April 16th around 8 p.m.—security and traffic cameras identified the suspect—and Fox Valley Metro Police are recommending fourth degree sexual assault, stalking and disorderly conduct charges. WTAQ
- ➤ Collin Killoren, a teacher at St. Ignatius Catholic School and Chesterton Academy in Kaukauna, was arrested Wednesday after police confiscated his personal devices during an investigation—school officials said no students were involved and that he has been placed on administrative leave. WTAQ
- ➤ On April 16, Kimberly police responded around 8 p.m. to the intersection of E. Maes Avenue and Pine Street after a woman said a man sexually assaulted her on a walk, and they identified 27-year-old Milan Stewart—who is on probation for a 2015 Appleton trail attack—as the suspect now held in Manitowoc County Jail with recommendations for fourth degree sexual assault, stalking and disorderly conduct charges. FOX 11
- ➤ A teacher at St. Ignatius Catholic School and Chesterton Academy was arrested by Appleton Police in connection with an ongoing investigation—his personal devices were confiscated and he is on administrative leave, with no students involved. WBAY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Appleton’s Property, Airport, Recreation & Economic Development Committee approved a plan to move the Weis Earth Science Museum to the History Museum at the Castle pending an Outagamie County vote on May 13—county officials said the shift will move the museum from its 5,000-square-foot Menasha location to a 3,000-square-foot display area in Appleton once legal agreements with UW are in place. WTAQ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ After months of board conflict, Wrightstown voters held a recall election on April 1 that removed School Board President Angela Hansen-Winker and elected challenger Nicole Verbeten with 69% of the vote as one precinct’s results remain pending. Verbeten will serve the remainder of the term through 2026 while the board later selects its officers. Post-Crescent
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Clue: A Whodunit Experience
1:00 AM — Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of murder and laughter as six guests try to solve the mystery at Boddy Manor.
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A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical
7 p.m. — Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a musical journey through Neil Diamond's life featuring his iconic hits.
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A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical
12 AM — 400 W College Ave, Appleton, WI — Cost info TBA — Experience the journey through Neil Diamond's life and enjoy iconic hits like 'Sweet Caroline'.
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Pint-Sized Concert at Stone Arch
7-8 p.m. — Stone Arch Brewpub — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of classical favorites and pop covers with local brews in a cozy atmosphere.
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Shotgun Jane Live at Kountry Bar
9 PM - 1 AM — Kountry Bar — Cost info not provided — Experience an unforgettable night of live music with Shotgun Jane in Appleton.
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Magic Standard Showdown
1-5 p.m. — Gnome Games Appleton East — $10 — Compete in Magic the Gathering's Standard format with each round offering prizes.
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Abbey Jorgenson Book Signing
12-2 p.m. — The Book Store — Free entry — Meet author Abbey Jorgenson and discuss their new mystery, Hell’s Half Acre, while getting your books signed.
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