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Appleton
Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Good morning, Appleton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Boeing B-29 Superfortress Doc will return to Oshkosh at EAA AirVenture to mark America’s 250th, with ticketed flight experiences at Appleton International Airport from July 20-23 and a display on Boeing Plaza from July 24-26 (one of only two flying examples in existence). WTAQ
- ➤ After 10 months of closure, the Communication Arts Center and Fieldhouse on the former UW campus in Menasha reopened under a county partnership with Wisconsin Entertainment Group — the facility is scheduled to host a spring concert on May 8 and Attic Theatre performances in June. Post-Crescent
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Wisconsin rose to $4.29 per gallon overnight + experts cite refinery maintenance and labor disputes as factors behind further expected hikes before the weekend. WOSH-AM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Appleton School Board approved a policy change to mark K-5 students absent if they arrive after 8:45 a.m. next school year. The update aligns attendance practices while existing rules for older students remain unchanged. Post-Crescent
- ➤ Menasha Superintendent Matt Zimmerman will resign on June 30 to take an administrative role with Appleton schools. He served Menasha for three years overseeing projects like the new Maplewood Middle School and plans for community education. Post-Crescent
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Heavy spring floods pushed sturgeon away from their normal spawning routes in the Lake Winnebago system; DNR officials said by April 28 the fish returned to main river channels and will monitor their activity as water levels drop. Post-Crescent
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Jennifer Sanderfoot (Manager of Medicinal Specialties, Palliative Care at ThedaCare) explained on Off the Desk that National Healthcare Decisions Month in April encourages adults 18 and older to complete a POA-HC form so families can act swiftly if sudden health issues occur. She stressed that planning ahead helps ease tough decisions. WOSH-AM
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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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Full Moon Sound Alchemy Experience
6:30-7:45 p.m. — Being Collective — $30 — Immerse yourself in a guided journey of sound healing under the full moon's energy.
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