Saturday, May 24th, 2025

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Good morning, Appleton. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Cellcom said Friday it had no new updates as it continues to work on a long-term outage caused by a cyber incident that disrupted phone and text services—some customers still report they cannot make calls. WBAY
- ➤ Cellcom customers have been without full service since May 15 due to a cyber incident that stopped calls, texts and number porting—forcing many to seek other carriers. Appleton business owners and residents are now waiting for their numbers to be restored while providers like Boost Mobile see a steady rise in new customers. WTAQ
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices are lower ahead of the busy Memorial Day weekend, with Wisconsin’s average at $3.05 per gallon and some counties, like Menominee, reporting just $2.84 per gallon. The national rate stands at $3.20 per gallon — a marked drop from last year and a relief for travelers hitting the road soon. We Are Green Bay
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wisconsin had 22 tornadoes this year — with 7 on April 28 and 15 on May 15 — and meteorologists say weather conditions will support more tornado activity through August. Experts are still studying if the surge is linked to a warming climate. Post-Crescent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The House of Representatives passed a bill early Thursday morning to end federal tax on tips for both cash and card payments from 2025 to 2028 and the bill now must pass the Senate. Appleton business owners say the new law could help tip workers but worry it might change customer tipping habits — some fear tips may drop. WTAQ
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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