Good morning, Appleton.

A fundraiser called Reeling In Love for Brett Jedwabny was held Saturday in Appleton to raise money for physical therapy supplies for the 16-year-old who was injured in a power washer accident last July—his father said the funds will help Brett progress and he is expected to return home from Chicago’s Shirley Ryan Ability Lab on May 24.

A cyclist crashed into a deer on the Bugline Trail in Lannon on Friday, May 2 around 6:45 p.m.—the cyclist remains in critical condition after being treated at the scene and taken to a local hospital.

WBAY was honored with eight awards at the 2025 Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Awards Gala in Middleton on Saturday — the station won first-place awards for Best Use of Social Media, Best Online Personality, and Best Election Promo and also received second and third place honors for its morning, evening, and specialty programming, reflecting its strong community role.

On Saturday, over 1,800 volunteers cleaned up trash and debris at more than 70 sites around the Fox-Wolf watershed to improve regional water quality.

Organizers said the event—expanded from 60 sites last year—aims to reduce phosphorus pollution and protect shared water resources.

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.

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.

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.

Light the Night Market

5-10 p.m. — Appleton Downtown, Inc. — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly evening filled with fun, food, and local culture.

MJ The Musical

7 p.m. — Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices may vary — Celebrate the life and music of Michael Jackson in this exciting Tony-winning musical.