Good Day
Appleton
Wednesday, May 27th, 2026
Good morning, Appleton. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Families are cooling off at the Kaukauna Splash Pad as temperatures climb. The free water play area (open until June 8) gives kids and parents a safe way to enjoy the heat. WBAY
- ➤ Appleton Police received a call on Monday after a cat climbed a tree to escape a dog (firefighters quickly rescued the pet) in a display of local service. WBAY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Amelia Zietlow at the History Museum at the Castle published her findings yesterday on a new mosasaur species called Tylosaurus rex (a prehistoric lizard with serrated teeth and dual dental rows) from fossils dated 80 million years ago. A replica skull is on display for visitors. FOX 11
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ State Superintendent Jill Underly announced a major new statewide education initiative during an online news conference Tuesday afternoon. Underly & other leaders from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instructions detailed how the plan will support student learning. WBAY
- ➤ Oliver Zornow, a school board member, raised concerns yesterday over cafeteria food in Appleton not meeting district wellness policies, and food services director Jill Granger said Chartwells supplies limited available options that had to meet federal and district standards on a rolling five-day average. WHBY
- ➤ St. Francis Xavier Middle School in Appleton held its groundbreaking ceremony yesterday to launch a project that will improve safety and upgrade outdoor facilities & work begins June 15 with completion planned by mid-August for the next school year. FOX 11
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The nearly 17-year PCB cleanup along the Lower Fox River ended in 2020 after removing 6.5 million cubic yards of contaminated sediment from a 39-mile stretch at a cost of $1.3 billion, and long-term monitoring will continue for 30 years. Post-Crescent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kayak portages at Kaukauna Lock 2 along the Fox River help paddlers navigate the historic locks safely; officials say 18 portages, including five built last fall (each costing about $10,000), are now in place with 31 planned overall. FOX 11
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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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& Juliet
& Juliet — 7:30 – 10:30 PM — Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Discover a hilarious twist on the classic love story as Juliet embarks on a new romantic adventure with iconic pop anthems.
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Cody Smith's Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — Ticket prices will be higher at the door — Experience a night filled with laughter during Cody 'Comedic Cody' Smith's tour.
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& Juliet
& Juliet — 1-4 p.m. — Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — Recommended for ages 8+ — Experience a fresh take on a classic love story with a vibrant pop anthem soundtrack.
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Emo Philips Live Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club, 1004 S Olde Oneida St, Appleton, WI — Ticket prices vary — Experience the comedic genius of Emo Philips, praised by legends and loved by fans.
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Emo Philips Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the brilliance of Emo Philips, hailed as one of the best joke writers in comedy.
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Emo Philips Live Comedy Show
8:45 – 10:15 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — Check for ticket prices — Experience the wit of one of the best joke writers in America.
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Wisconsin Timber Rattlers Parking Event
1:10 – 2:10 PM — Neuroscience Group Field at Fox Cities Stadium — $25 each — Secure your parking for the Timber Rattlers vs. Great Lakes Loons game.
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