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Good morning, Appleton. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of May.

CRIME NEWS

  • Jeffrey Proski was sentenced to 25 years in prison and 15 years of extended supervision for attacking a Seymour home—he had been convicted of mayhem, aggravated battery, strangulation and false imprisonment in a March 6 incident and apologized for the harm he caused the victim and family.  FOX 11

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Barlow Planetarium in Menasha unveiled Wisconsin's largest portable planetarium—a mobile dome that stands 15 feet high and 25 feet wide and seats 40 people. The $70,000 project, funded largely by a $58,000 grant, will visit schools and local events across Northeast Wisconsin and into the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.  WTAQ

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Appleton Common Council will review a proposal today at City Hall at 7 p.m.—the plan would ban possession and consumption of fermented malt beverages and wine within 20 feet of park playgrounds and pavilions except at rented venues and special events. Parks, Recreation and Facilities Director Dean Gazza proposed the ordinance to reduce litter and hazards—and he did not include his idea to remove the park drinking permit requirement.  WBAY
  • Grand Chute installed temporary stop signs at Casaloma and Capitol Drive starting Monday—orange flags mark the signs, which will be removed once the detour on south Highway 15 and Northland Ave ends.   WBAY

EVENTS

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  • 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.

    Fri, 5/30/25

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  • 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.

    Mon, 6/2/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 6/5/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 6/12/25

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  • Nashville Pipeline Live at Kountry Bar

    8 PM — Kountry Bar — Free entry — Enjoy a night of live music with Nashville Pipeline in Appleton's favorite venue.

    Fri, 6/13/25

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  • Appleton City Golf Tournament

    7 AM – 2 PM — Reid Municipal Golf Course — Entry fees vary — Compete in a 36-hole stroke play tournament across multiple divisions.

    Sat, 6/14/25

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  • Father's Day Celebration at the BFK

    5:00 a.m. — Appleton Downtown, Inc. — Free entry — Celebrate dads with art activities and family fun at the museum.

    Sun, 6/15/25

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  • Steve Hofstetter Live Comedy Show

    7:00 – 8:30 PM — Skyline Comedy Club — GA $25 / Premium $50 / VIP $150 — Experience the humor of Steve Hofstetter, featuring premium seating and a meet and greet.

    Mon, 6/16/25

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  • Bobby Shmurda - Still Alive Tour

    8:00 PM - 11:59 PM — OB's Brau Haus — Ticket prices unknown — Come turn up with Bobby Shmurda for an electrifying night of music and fun.

    Wed, 6/18/25

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  • Heid Music Summer Concert Series

    5:30-8:30 p.m. — Appleton Downtown, Inc. — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of music and family fun in the heart of Downtown Appleton.

    Thu, 6/19/25

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