Good morning, Appleton.

The winners for the 75th Flag Day Parade were announced after 100 floats passed on Saturday, June 13.

Brigadier Band won the Mayor’s Trophy, Mid Western Rodeo earned the Rayburn Kaufman Memorial Award, American Legion Post 38 received the Patriot Award, and Cavanaugh Carriages took the Bud Otis Memorial Award.

Appleton will celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a fireworks display and live entertainment at Veterans Memorial Park on July 3.

Food vendors will serve burgers and brats starting at 4 p.m. while parking inside the park costs $10.

Gas prices in Green Bay dropped 11.6 cents to $3.91 Monday and nearby Appleton stations averaged $3.89 down 9.3 cents from last week, giving local drivers some relief.

Fox Valley Literacy's Newsmaker Sunday show with Tom Zalaski featured discussions with Executive Director Brian Leone Tracy and Program Operations Director Heather Chantelois-Kashal as they reviewed PIAAC findings that over 50% of Wisconsin adults read below sixth grade (a decline that may affect daily communication).

A 92-year-old baseball veteran cheered at Fox Cities Stadium on Monday as his team won 4-1 against River Falls.

Kaukauna now advances to the semifinals and will face Nicolet on Wednesday.

At the 50th annual Bellin Run held Saturday morning in Green Bay and surrounding communities, Appleton’s Bryce Verheyen won the men's 5K while J.P.

Flavin and Fiona Smith won the 10K — and Kaukauna’s Allison Vanderwegen took the women's race.

Introduction to Human Design

6-8 p.m. — Fox Cities Wellness Center — $35 per person — Discover how your energy is designed to flow with clarity and ease in this beginner-friendly class.

Boys WIAA/WBCA June Jam

All day — Community First Champion Center — Registration required — Experience competitive youth basketball at this exciting multi-day tournament.

Wisconsin Amateur Open Pickleball Tournament

All day — Pickleball Kingdom — Check website for entry fees — Compete in a thrilling amateur pickleball tournament with local players.

Mandala Yoga Festival

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Pierce Park — Free entry — Celebrate wellness with diverse yoga practices in a vibrant community setting.

Breakthrough Basketball Essential Skills Camp

July 7-9 — Community First Champion Center — $97 for observing coaches — Enhance your basketball skills with high-intensity training and expert coaching.

Family Friendly Make & Take Workshop

10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Board & Brush Creative Studio - Appleton — $20 walk-in fee — Create a personalized piece for your home using provided materials in a fun, family-friendly environment.

Brewers Baseball Camp – Appleton

9 AM - 3 PM — Fox Valley Lutheran High School — Early registration recommended — Experience top-level baseball and softball instruction from Brewers personnel.

Brewers Baseball Camp – Appleton

9 a.m. — Fox Valley Lutheran High School — Register early — Enjoy top-level baseball and softball instruction from Brewers personnel.

Brewers Baseball Camp – Appleton

9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Fox Valley Lutheran High School — Registration required — Experience top-level baseball instruction from Brewers personnel in a fun camp setting.

Brewers Baseball Camp - Appleton

9 AM - 3 PM — Fox Valley Lutheran High School — Registration required — Experience top-level baseball and softball instruction from Brewers personnel.