Good Day
Appleton
Wednesday, April 29th, 2026
Good morning, Appleton. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Aunt Esther's Attic Boutique (2191 W. Spencer St.) in Appleton will close in June, so locals can shop its unique finds before then. Post-Crescent
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Shiocton schools welcomed back nearly 750 students on Monday after eight days of closures following historic flooding that forced a community evacuation (20% of students were affected). The district has filed for a waiver to avoid makeup days. WTAQ
- ➤ On April 15, photos captured teacher Janeal Spring at Appleton East as she assisted students during Teacher Appreciation Week — her classroom moments highlighted the community's support for education. Post-Crescent
- ➤ Kaukauna Area School District placed high school social studies teacher Patrick Meyer on administrative leave for a controversial social media comment that sparked community debate. Officials are reviewing the matter after a Monday board meeting as parents and students discuss his overall record. WOSH-AM
- ➤ Menasha Joint School District superintendent Matthew Zimmerman will step down on June 30 as he takes a new job with the Appleton Area School District. He served for three years and built a net-zero energy school — one key achievement during his tenure. WBAY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Little Chute is building a new $9 million fire station at 1105 Depot St to speed response times and improve firefighter health — the 18,000-sqft facility features drive-through bays and decontamination rooms and will open in March 2027. Post-Crescent
- ➤ Appleton's recycling site posted an unusual 17.3 mph speed limit sign to slow drivers amid heavy equipment operations. Officials explained the sign is part of a driver safety push + they will host a June event featuring a brief safety talk and food. WBAY
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Peoria Chiefs vs. Wisconsin Timber Rattlers
12:10 – 1:10 p.m. — Neuroscience Group Field at Fox Cities Stadium — VIP tickets available — Enjoy an exciting day of minor league baseball with VIP packages for a complete experience.
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The Glow Gathering: 715 Beautify Open House
A brand new skincare studio is coming to Downtown Appleton! Join us for an evening of snacks + sips, a first look at the new space, and a curated lineup of pop-up experiences like tiny tattoos, permanent jewelry, build-your-own charm bracelets, lip flips, and more.
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