Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of May.
Good morning, Appleton.
Fox Cities In Pictures: A Weekly Gallery shows images from local events in the Fox Cities region from May 5 to May 10—photos capture school sports in Menasha and Kimberly, a prom in downtown Appleton, and a closing event at the Trout Museum of Art before its new location opens Oct. 11. The gallery also highlights community moments in Neenah and nearby towns.
Appleton Downtown, Inc. will host the free Light the Night Market on College Avenue on May 16 from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.—attendees can enjoy local food, vendors, live performances, and a pirate ship ride costing $2 per ride.
A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a crash at the intersection of Memorial Drive and Gmeiner Road early Saturday morning — police have not released his condition and are investigating the cause while asking any witnesses to come forward.
Cameron Mueller, a 23-year-old former student teacher from Fox Crossing, was charged with a felony after he exchanged messages and a shirtless photo with an 18-year-old student at Menasha High School; he went to court on May 9 (posting a $5,000 bond) and is set to return on May 22.
WisDOT warns commuters that summer road closures from the I-41 project will lead to heavy traffic at key exits including the northbound State 441 exit at Outagamie County—where a May 9 multi-vehicle crash occurred without injuries—and the southbound I-41 exit for State 47 in Appleton.
UW-Oshkosh softball won its last ten games including two in the WIAC tournament and will head to the NCAA tournament.
Local reporter Burke Griffin interviewed head coach Scott Beyer—who said the Titans were named regional hosts for the third year in a row.
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.
MJ: The Musical
7:30-9 p.m. — Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating life story of Michael Jackson through music and dance.
Heid Music Summer Concert Series
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Jones Park — Free entry — Enjoy a summer evening filled with free music from local bands in Downtown Appleton.
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